Logistics Manager

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions•Cincinnati, OH

3d•$82,000 - $87,000

About The Position

The Logistics Manager plans and directs daily logistics and fleet operations to improve productivity and efficiency. The role provides leadership to dispatch staff, company drivers, and owner operators, and oversees communication functions to support economical use of vehicle and facility resources. The manager represents Ryder to customers and employees and is expected to embrace the company’s values of trust, innovation, expertise, collaboration, and safety, using technology as part of daily work. The position requires travel of 10% and availability to work a flexible schedule across various shifts. The role develops and implements transportation policies, programs, and procedures; manages driver and vehicle schedules, routes, and assignments; and analyzes operational, revenue, and performance information to improve service and control costs. It also recruits, trains, and monitors drivers, supports compliance with safety and government requirements, and oversees equipment and communication systems. This is a salaried position with a stated pay range of $82,000–$87,000. Ryder describes its culture as respectful, collaborative, innovative, and safety-focused, with opportunities to grow and have a voice. The position includes comprehensive training and professional development. For full-time employees, the stated benefits include health and welfare coverage options, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Additional offerings listed for this role include a company 401(k) match, discounted stock purchase options, performance-based annual cost-of-living increases, 12 weeks of paid maternity leave, and an additional paid time-off day for military veterans.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Three or more years of relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, warehousing, or an industry-related field required.
Two or more years of experience managing and leading direct reports required.
Advanced knowledge of transportation and/or warehouse logistics operations required.
Advanced knowledge of safety and security requirements required.
Strong leadership and team-building skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work within a diverse team environment.
Problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize, structure, and schedule tasks to meet deadlines.
Computer literacy and ability to use Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule across various shifts.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, or Supply Chain preferred.
Bilingual English and French for Quebec locations only.

Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of daily fleet operations.
Develop policies, programs, and procedures for efficient transportation systems and terminal operations.
Set schedules and routes, and assign drivers and vehicles.
Serve as the first point of contact for operational information, including store delivery services, issues, backhaul information, driver scheduling and availability, and driver concerns.
Submit recommendations to develop and maintain compliance with transportation policies, procedures, and programs.
Continuously analyze vehicle and driver schedules to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
Review and analyze revenue and performance reports to evaluate productivity and recommend changes.
Recruit, orient, train, and monitor the progress of new drivers.
Monitor turnover, evaluate mileage, equipment, time off, and pay, and recommend or establish programs to reduce turnover.
Enforce administrative policies, procedures, safety rules, and government regulations, including requirements concerning logs and equipment condition.
Direct the operation and maintenance of equipment and communication systems; review procedures; guide the resolution of technical problems; analyze costs; recommend cost-control measures; and develop plans, policies, and budgets.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit package.
Company-matched 401(k) savings plan.
Discounted stock purchase options.
Performance-based annual cost-of-living increases.
Comprehensive training and continued professional development.
12 weeks of paid maternity leave.
Additional paid time-off day for military veterans.
Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability insurance options for full-time positions.
Paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family leave, and parental leave for full-time positions.
Tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan for full-time positions.