Startup Logistics Lead: 75% Travel & Training

Ryder System, Inc.; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. seeks a Startup Operations role within its SET Ops to manage new Dedicated Transportation Solutions startups and ongoing field support. Expect extensive travel (75–80%), location shifts, and leadership in process design and training for drivers and managers.

The role emphasizes cross-functional communication, rapid decision-making during startups, and development of operation standards. Travel-heavy, with bonus potential through incentives.

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma/GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain preferred.
• Three (3) years or more relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse or industry related field required.
• Two (2) years or more managing and leading direct reports required.
• Excellent knowledge of Transportation and/or Warehouse Logistics operations. advanced required.
• Excellent knowledge of safety and security requirements. advanced required.

Responsibilities

• Startup team focuses on flawless execution and adherence to customer critical success factors.
• Ensure drivers and managers understand core operations and systems for tracking compliance, driver pay, and customer billing.
• Act as an arm of management to answer questions and make quick decisions during startup.
• Train new management team and Certified Driver Trainer group.
• Build out process flow and provide guidance on consistency of operations.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Relationship building

Independent worker

Time management

Multi-tasking

Driver route tool knowledge

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain

Job description

Ryder System, Inc. seeks a Startup Operations role within its SET Ops to manage new Dedicated Transportation Solutions startups and ongoing field support. Expect extensive travel (75–80%), location shifts, and leadership in process design and training for drivers and managers.

The role emphasizes cross-functional communication, rapid decision-making during startups, and development of operation standards. Travel-heavy, with bonus potential through incentives.