Senior Logistics Manager - Dedicated Transportation

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

The Senior Logistics Manager provides leadership for a distribution center and its supervisors, who are responsible for turnkey warehousing and transportation solutions. The role maintains regular, high-level interaction with customers and represents Ryder as a management and professional representative.

The position leads operational planning and execution, customer issue resolution, continuous improvement, employee performance and development, and workplace safety. Depending on the operation’s scope and complexity, the manager may also oversee profit and loss statements. The role calls for a strong work ethic, adaptability, technology use, and alignment with Ryder’s values of trust, innovation, expertise, collaboration, and safety.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Five or more years of relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, warehousing, or an industry-related field.
• Five or more years of experience managing, leading, and developing direct reports.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and demonstrated leadership capabilities.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships at all organizational levels, including peers, work groups, customers, and supervisors.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility and self-direction to succeed in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and computer skills.
• Ability to create and develop an inclusive and engaged work environment.
• Ability to multitask, strong organizational skills, and excellent time management.
• Attention to detail and excellent follow-up practices.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, or Supply Chain.
• Master’s degree in Business, Logistics, Transportation, or a related field.
• Three or more years of profit and loss responsibility.
• One or more years of customer interaction.
• Ability to effectively manage profit and loss statements, depending on the complexity and scope of the operation.

Responsibilities

• Interface directly with customers to resolve issues promptly and maintain high customer satisfaction.
• Plan and execute operations strategically.
• Identify and resolve operational issues through continuous improvement and LEAN initiatives.
• Hire, supervise, develop, and manage employee performance while maintaining positive employee relations.
• Maintain effective communication within and across work groups; review data and implement necessary actions.
• Manage profit and loss statements when required by the operation’s complexity and scope.
• Lead a proactive safety program consistent with company policy.
• Instruct and enforce location safety management plans, training, and processes.
• Monitor equipment maintenance using checklists and observations as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability insurance options.
• Paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family, and parental leave.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Discounted stock purchase options.
• Performance-based annual cost-of-living increases.
• Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities.
• An additional paid time-off day for military veterans.
• The position may be eligible for an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan, depending on level and type.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED