Warehouse Startup Implementation Specialist
About The Position
We are hiring an Warehouse Startup Implementation Specialist supporting startup operations for our Supply Chain Solutions division. Apply here today to speak with a Recruiter about the position and perks of joining our Ryder Ever Better Team. 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.
Requirements
- H.S. Diploma/GED, Required
- 3 years or more in warehouse operations, logistics, or implementation environments, Required
Nice To Haves
- Associate's Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or Industrial Engineering, Preferred
- 1 year or more in experience with Ryder in warehouse operations or logistics role, Preferred
- Project Management experience and certification preferred
- Startup warehouse operations leadership, knowledge, and experience in large DC's is preferred to support startup operations
Responsibilities
- Execute startup floor activities by walking workflows to verify associates follow standard work and system processes.
- Provide real-time floor support by assisting supervisors and demonstrating correct process execution during go-live.
- Identify and document operational issues including location, frequency, and impact for resolution.
- Escalate issues to appropriate teams with clear supporting detail for action.
- Reinforce training by correcting behaviors and ensuring adherence to standard work.
- Maintain daily reporting including logs, issue trackers, and summaries.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to communicate issues and updates.
- Executes on-site implementation activities including installation verification, workflow validation, documentation, and operational support during startup.
- 75–80% travel required as a baseline expectation. Must maintain flexibility for responsive and short-notice travel based on startup and operational needs. Expected early Monday travel for site arrival and support, with Friday afternoon or evening departure to return home. Must be available for two-week consecutive on-site assignments when business or startup needs require. Must be able to travel throughout North America (US, Canada and Mexico). Timely documentation, expense reporting, and data submission are mandatory to support financial accuracy and overall project success.
- Performs other duties as required.
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
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
