Startup Logistics Operations Lead

Ryder System, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is seeking a Startup Operations team member to manage new Dedicated Transportation Solutions startups and ongoing field operations support.

The role requires extensive travel (75-80%) and assignment to new locations, with a focus on training, process development, and rapid decision-making during startup phases. The position emphasizes cross-functional coordination, adherence to customer success factors, and the ability to guide drivers and managers through core operations and

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma/GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain preferred.
• Two+ years relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse or industry related field required.
• One+ year or more direct supervisory/leadership experience required.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access) is required. advanced required.
• Logistics industry knowledge advanced required.
• Knowledge and understanding of Customer/Company local and Federal regulations. advanced required.
• Fundamental knowledge of Supply Chain Management components. intermediate required.
• Strong knowledge of Manufacturing and Production advanced required.

Responsibilities

• Members of Start Up team focused on flawless execution and adherence to pre-established customer critical success factors.
• Ensuring both drivers and managers understand the core operations and systems used 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 of process flow and providing guidance on consistency of operations.

Skills

Logistics knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

SCM fundamentals

Manufacturing & Production knowledge

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Ryder System, Inc. is seeking a Startup Operations team member to manage new Dedicated Transportation Solutions startups and ongoing field operations support.

The role requires extensive travel (75-80%) and assignment to new locations, with a focus on training, process development, and rapid decision-making during startup phases. The position emphasizes cross-functional coordination, adherence to customer success factors, and the ability to guide drivers and managers through core operations and