Strategic Logistics Manager: Fleet Ops & Efficiency

Ryder System, Inc.; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in the United States is seeking a Logistics Manager to lead daily fleet operations and optimize efficiency across drivers and terminals.

With a strong focus on safety, policy development, and team leadership, the role emphasizes collaboration, cost control, and performance analysis to meet customer expectations. A comprehensive benefits package and 401(k) are offered.

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma/GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, or 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

• Responsible for all aspects of the daily fleet operation.
• Develops policies, programs, and procedures for efficient operations of transportation systems and terminals.
• Sets schedules, routes, and assigns drivers and vehicles.
• First point of contact for operational information including but not limited to store delivery services, issues, backhaul information, driver scheduling/availability, and driver concerns.
• Submits recommendations for development of compliance with transportation policies, procedures, and programs.
• Conducts continuous analysis of vehicle and driver schedules to increase efficiency and to lower costs.
• Reviews and analyzes reports such as revenue and performance records to evaluate productivity and for recommended changes.
• Recruits, orients, trains, and monitors progression of new drivers.
• Monitors turnover, evaluates operation mileage, equipment, time off and pay, makes recommendations and establishes programs to minimize turnover.
• Enforces compliance and administrative policies, procedures, safety rules, and government regulations, i.e. logs, equipment condition, etc.
• Directs operation and maintenance of equipment and communication systems; reviews procedures; provides guidance to resolve technical problems; analyzes costs and recommends cost control measures; and develops plans, policies, and budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team building

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Education

H.S. diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, or Supply Chain preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Ryder System, Inc. in the United States is seeking a Logistics Manager to lead daily fleet operations and optimize efficiency across drivers and terminals.

With a strong focus on safety, policy development, and team leadership, the role emphasizes collaboration, cost control, and performance analysis to meet customer expectations. A comprehensive benefits package and 401(k) are offered.