Senior Warehouse Manager

Ryder System, Inc.; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Prescription

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance options

Paid time off

401(k) retirement savings plan

Job summary

Ryder is seeking a Senior Manager Logistics to lead the Distribution Center and oversee warehousing and transportation solutions, with regular customer interface. The role emphasizes strategic planning, continuous improvement, and strong leadership across teams, ensuring safety and operational excellence across accounts.

The position involves managing performance, data-driven actions, and potential P&L responsibilities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Five (5)+ years in supply chain, logistics, warehouse or related field.
• Five (5)+ years of managing, leading and developing direct reports.
• One (1) year or more customer interaction preferred

Responsibilities

• Interface directly with the customer to resolve issues and ensure satisfaction.
• Strategic operational planning and execution for the operation.
• Identify and solve operational issues with continuous improvement and LEAN initiatives.
• Hire, supervise, develop and manage performance for employees.
• Maintain open and effective communications within work groups and with other groups.
• Review data and identify and implement necessary actions.
• May manage profit & loss statements based on complexity and scope.
• Lead a proactive safety program within the work groups.
• Instruct and enforce location safety management plans, training and processes.
• Monitor the maintenance of equipment for assigned work groups.

Skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Customer relations

Team management

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Business/Logistics

Master's degree in Business/Logistics/Transportation

Job description

Job Description

The Senior Manager Logistics provides leadership for the Distribution Center and supervisors, who are directly responsible for turn key warehousing and transportation solutions. The incumbent will have and maintain high level interface directly with the customer on a regular basis.

Essential Functions

Interface directly with the customer to ensure issues are resolved in a timely manner while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.

Strategic operational planning and execution for the operation.

Identify and/or solve operational issues with the account(s) by implementing continuous improvement and LEAN initiatives, to strengthen team unity, goals, productivity and results.

Hire, supervise, develop and manage performance for employees and maintain a positive employee relations environment at assigned account(s).

Maintain open and effective communications within the work group(s) and with other work groups within the organization.

Review data, identify and implement necessary actions as required.

May manage the profit and loss statements based on the complexity and scope of the organization.

Lead a proactive safety program within the work group(s) consistent with company policy in order to provide a safe and secure work environment.

Instruct and enforce location safety management plans, training and processes.

Monitor the maintenance of equipment for assigned work group(s) by using checklists and observations as required.

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent problem solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with demonstrated leadership capabilities
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)
• Ability to work independently and as member of a team
• Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organization, analytical, and computer skills
• Ability to create and develop an inclusive and engaged work environment
• Ability to effectively manage Profit & Loss statements may be necessary depending on the complexity and scope of the operation (preferred)
• Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized with excellent time management skills
• Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma/GED required
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain preferred
• Master's degree in Business, Logistics, Transportation or related field preferred
• Five (5) years or more relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse or industry related field required
• Five (5) years or more managing, leading and developing direct reports required
• Three (3) years or more Profit & Loss responsibility preferred
• One (1) year or more customer interaction preferred

Job Category

Logistics

Our Culture & Commitment

At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety. Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together.

Compensation Information

The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type.

• Pay Type: Salaried
• Minimum Pay Range: $100,000.00
• Maximum Pay Range: $112,000.00

Benefits Information

For all Full-time positions only: Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax‑advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.

• Medical
• Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance options
• Paid time off for vacation
• Paid time off for illness
• Paid time off for bereavement
• Paid time off for family and parental leave
• Tax‑advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan

Equal Opportunity Statement

Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Important Note

Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

Security Notice for Applicants

Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a [@ryder.com] email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application through www.ryder.com/careers.

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