Transportation Manager

Ryder System, Inc.; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Discounted employee stock purchase

Employee discounts

Paid holidays and PTO

Maternity leave

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in Montgomery, AL seeks a Transportation Manager to lead shuttle transportation and yard spotting operations. You will direct the driver workforce, coordinate with customer and Ryder leaders, manage equipment and labor, monitor service, and drive continuous improvement.

Minimum two years in supply chain/logistics with supervisory experience required. The role emphasizes health and safety, regulatory compliance, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years or more relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse or industry related field required.
• One (1) year or more direct supervisory/leadership experience required.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access) is 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

• Customer service satisfaction and expectation management.
• Staffing performance management and development of exempt and non-exempt employees.
• Manage day-to-day planning and scheduling.
• Health and Safety Management.
• State/Local/Federal regulations compliance.
• Additional responsibilities performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership experience

Logistics experience

Analytical ability

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

HS diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Benefits

• 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 leave

Summary

The Transportation Manager is responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable execution of shuttle transportation and yard spotting operations supporting manufacturing and distribution facilities. The Manager provides direct operational leadership to the driver workforce, coordinates daily requirements with customer and Ryder warehouse/operations leadership, manages equipment and labor capacity, monitors service performance, and drives continuous improvement.

Essential Functions

• Customer service satisfaction and expectation management
• Staffing performance management and development of exempt and non-exempt employees
• Manage day-to-day planning and scheduling
• Health and Safety Management
• State/Local/Federal regulations compliance

Additional Responsibilities Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work within international functional teams
• High level analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult
• Demonstrated technical and professional skills in job-related area
• Off shift support in the event of critical customer network disruption or crisis
• Makes decisions in a timely manner
• Strong oral and written communications skills
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment
• Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills
• Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access) is 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

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma/GED required
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain preferred
• Two (2) years or more relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse or industry related field required
• One (1) year or more direct supervisory/leadership experience required
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access) is 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

Compensation Information

Compensation ranges for the position are below: Pay Type: Salaried Minimum Pay Range: $80000 Maximum Pay Range: $80000 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.

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. Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together.

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.

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.

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