Logistics Manager

Logistics Manager

Ryder System, Inc. is one of the largest and most respected names in Logistics, Transportation, Fleet Maintenance and Supply Chain Services in the World.

The main purpose of a Logistics Manager is to plan and direct operations while improving productivity and efficiency. The Logistics Manager provides leadership and direction to the dispatch staff, company drivers, and owner operators while overseeing communication functions to effect economical utilization of vehicle facilities by performing the following duties personally and/or through subordinate supervisors.

• Responsible for all aspects of the daily fleet operation.
• Develops policies, programs, and procedures for efficient operations of transportation systems and terminals.
• Sets schedules, routes, and assigns drivers and vehicles.
• First point of contact for operational information including but not limited to store delivery services, issues, backhaul information, driver scheduling/availability, and driver concerns.
• Submits recommendations for development of compliance with transportation policies, procedures, and programs.
• Conducts continuous analysis of vehicle and driver schedules to increase efficiency and to lower costs.
• Reviews and analyzes reports such as revenue and performance records to evaluate productivity and for recommended changes.
• Recruits, orients, trains, and monitors progression of new drivers.
• Monitors turnover, evaluates operation mileage, equipment, time off and pay, makes recommendations and establishes programs to minimize turnover.
• Enforces compliance and administrative policies, procedures, safety rules, and government regulations, i.e. logs, equipment condition, etc.
• Directs operation and maintenance of equipment and communication systems; reviews procedures; provides guidance to resolve technical problems; analyzes costs and recommends cost control measures; and develops plans, policies, and budgets.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Must be available to work on a flexible schedule on the various work shifts.

• Builds and manages effective teams.
• Strong leadership and motivating skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Bilingual, English and French (for Quebec locations only).
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills within a diverse team environment.
• Demonstrates problem solving skills.
• Demonstrates analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize, structure and schedule tasks to maximize effort and meet deadlines.
• Must be computer literate and able to use the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel & Word required).
• Excellent knowledge of Transportation and/or Warehouse Logistics operations advanced required.
• Excellent knowledge of safety and security requirements advanced required.

• H.S. diploma/GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain preferred.
• Three (3) years or more relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse or industry related field required.
• Two (2) years or more managing and leading direct reports required.
• Excellent knowledge of Transportation and/or Warehouse Logistics operations. advanced required.
• Excellent knowledge of safety and security requirements. advanced required.

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
• Job Category:
  Logistics
• Compensation:
  Salaried
• Pay Range: $75,000 - $85,000 annually
• Travel: 10%

• Comprehensive training and the ability to continue your professional development.
• Regional and local Ryder resources to help guide and support as we grow this offering.
• The stability and peace-of-mind that comes with working for a World-Class, Fortune 500 organization that has been in business for over 85 years with over 36,000 employees worldwide.
• 12 weeks of paid maternity leave.
• Additional day of Paid Time Off for Military Veterans.
• 401(k) Savings Plan With a Company Match.
• Discounted Stock Purchase Options.
• Performance-based Annual Cost Of Living Increases.

Important Note:

Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

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