Startup Logistics Lead - Field Ops & Training (Travel 75%)

Ryder System; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is seeking a Startup Operations role focused on new Dedicated Transportation Solutions startups and ongoing Field Operations support.

Responsibilities include training drivers and managers, writing process documents, system testing, and occasional design‑level consulting for new product features. The role requires extensive travel (approximately 75–80%), with assignments at new business locations anywhere in the country for fixed periods.

Qualifications

• HS 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 focused on flawless execution and adherence to pre-established customer critical success factors.
• Ensuring drivers and managers understand core operations and systems for tracking compliance, driver pay, and customer billing.
• Acting as an arm of management to answer questions and make quick decisions during the startup phase.
• Training of new management team and Certified Driver Trainer group.
• Building out process flow and providing guidance on consistency of operations.

Skills

Leadership

Logistics operations

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Communication

Education

HS diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree in Business/Logistics/Supply Chain

Tools

Driver route tool

Job description

Ryder System, Inc. is seeking a Startup Operations role focused on new Dedicated Transportation Solutions startups and ongoing Field Operations support.

Responsibilities include training drivers and managers, writing process documents, system testing, and occasional design‑level consulting for new product features. The role requires extensive travel (approximately 75–80%), with assignments at new business locations anywhere in the country for fixed periods.