Supply Chain Operations Associate

Ryder System, Inc.; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k match

Stock purchase plan

Employee discounts

Holidays & PTO

Maternity leave

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in Warren, MI is seeking a Supply Chain Operations Associate to manage purchase parts, supplier coordination, and inventory control within the GM LLP account. The role requires attention to production schedules, cost-conscious logistics, and effective cross-functional communication.

The position offers a salary range of $48,000–$50,000 with benefits, a Monday–Friday schedule, and potential overtime to support business needs.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required, Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1 year or more in administrative experience, and 1 year or more in relevant experience.
• Knowledge of MGO (GM's MRP system) is a bonus, intermediate level preferred.
• Knowledge of transportation management and material flow in manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Follow up all purchased parts to ensure shipment and on-time delivery to support production.
• Serve as main contact for suppliers and manage ship schedules and containment plans.
• Track critical parts and develop containment plans to avoid production interruptions.
• Coordinate alternative material sources and spot-buy requests when needed.
• Monitor truck loads, ensure material coverage at lowest cost for customers.
• Review buffers and document system exceptions, determine root-cause actions.
• Maintain inventory in MGO and process adjustment requests from the previous shift.

Skills

Administrative experience

Relevant experience

Transportation management knowledge

Material flow knowledge

Education

H.S. Diploma/GED

Bachelor's Degree, Preferred

Tools

MGO (GM's MRP system)

Transportation management

Material flow

Job description

Job Description

We are immediately hiring a Supply Chain Operations Associate in Warren, MI for our Supply Chain Solutions division.

• Pay Type: Exempt / Salary paid Twice Per Month

• Annual Salary Pay: $48,000 to $50,000

• Schedule: Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Employee will be required to work additional hours and days as needed to support business needs and on call as needed and eligible for overtime (Minimal).

When Fortune 500 businesses and new startups need supply chain solutions, they look to our industry-leading logistics experts. At Ryder, there is more to being a supply chain professional than working on some of the nation’s biggest brands. We make sure you are also getting the diverse experience, advancement opportunities, all from an industry-leading Fortune 500 company.

Here are a few of the many benefits when working with us:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits start at 30 Days

• 401 (K) Savings Plan with a company match

• Discounted employee stock purchase options

• Quality employee discounts that actually save you money on tools, cars, appliances, travel and more

• All major holidays paid and Paid time off within your first year

• Up to 12 weeks paid maternity leaveThe Supply Chain Operations Associate will be responsible for operational functions, (General Motors LLP Account) independent decision making related to material availability and inventory control.

Essential Functions

• Follow-up all purchased parts to ensure shipment and on-time delivery performance to support production requirements

• Serve as main point of contact for all suppliers. Provide direction to suppliers regarding ship schedule requirements and containment plan when behind schedule. Includes decision making on timing for supplier ship schedules - allowing them to push material out, pull ahead and expedite material as needed based on inventory coverage at plant

• Track critical parts and develop/execute containment plan to ensure no interruptions or down time to manufacturing line, inclusive of decision making on mode and required delivery window to ensure continuity of production

• Coordinate and/or arrange for alternative sources of material, requests for spot buys, if necessary (SPO and other GM Plants)

• Independent monitoring, set-up, and cancellation of truck loads for material pick-up, as necessary to support schedule variations. Ensure proper material coverage at lowest possible cost for customer

• Review part buffers to determine that they cover build requirements. (Metal Centers and Powertrain). Document and manage S and AV code exceptions (Assembly Plants) including Alarm Interval maintenance. Determine root-cause and take appropriate action

• MGO Data Maintenance. Maintain accurate inventory levels in MGO, making appropriate adjustments where necessary. Make judgments on posting inventory adjustments based on investigation and analysis. Investigate and process any record adjustment requests from the previous shift

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors). , Required

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team , Required

• Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment , Required

• Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills , Required

• Strong organizational, problem solving and communication skills., Required

• Strong verbal and written communication skills , Required

• Flexible work schedule, Required

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma/GED, Required

• Bachelor's Degree, Preferred

• 1 year or more in administrative experience, Preferred

• 1 year or more in relevant experience, Preferred

• Knowledge of MGO (GM's MRP system) Intermediate, Preferred

• Knowledge of transportation management Intermediate, Preferred

• Knowledge of material flow as it relates to manufacturing processes Intermediate, Preferred

Travel

• No

DOT Regulated: No

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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.

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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. Compensation ranges for the position are below:

Pay Type :

Salaried

Minimum Pay Range:

48000

Maximum Pay Range:

50000

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.

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 .

Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at [e-mail] or 800-793-3754.