Logistics Supervisor

Position Summary

The Logistics Supervisor reports to the Manager and oversees the day‑to‑day operations of the logistics department in Romulus, MI. The supervisor coordinates staff, plans logistics processes, monitors performance, develops team members, and ensures safety and security standards are met.

• Supervise, coordinate and oversee day‑to‑day logistics operations.
• Plan and review logistics processes with the Logistics Manager to meet company standards and customer service specifications.
• Establish work schedules and procedures and coordinate activities of the workers to ensure optimal shift/team logistics.
• Accountable for site Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and work collaboratively with customers on all aspects of operations.
• Meet regularly with team members individually and collectively to monitor progress toward objectives, track performance, coach, counsel, and recognize successes.
• Promote a Diversity and Inclusion initiative, cultivate team spirit, and pursue opportunities to improve internal processes.
• Carry out performance evaluations of team members and recommend awards or merit increases when appropriate.
• Address performance problems through corrective action and disciplinary processes.
• Understand labor agreements and maintain positive labor relations with all employees.
• Implement health & safety and security initiatives, practices, and behaviors and ensure adherence to company rules and policies.
• Provide appropriate orientation and training for new employees, Lead Hands, and supply information, technology, and materials needed to perform jobs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Instills commitment to organizational goals.
• Strong planning and results‑oriented.
• Effective leadership and motivating skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience working in diverse team environments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• High initiative and ability to create and maintain professional relationships at all levels.
• 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 and follow‑up practices.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One (1) year or more experience in transportation, warehouse or distribution environment preferred.
• Zero to one (1) year direct supervisory/leadership experience required.
• DOT regulated.

Annual salary ranges from $60,000 to $65,000, paid twice per month.

Work hours:

11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits: medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance.
• Paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave.
• Tax‑advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Possibility of an annual bonus, commission or long‑term incentive plan, depending on level and type.

Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a 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, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.