Logistics Management Trainee

Exempt / Salaried position paid twice per month.

About the role

As a Logistics Management Trainee, you will participate in a 9-12 month training program centered around three fundamental pieces: on-the-job learning where you will apply your knowledge immediately, structured/foundational learning centered around logistics, and team-based learning with other future leaders. You will get exposure to multiple customer locations within the region for foundation knowledge of different operations and customer focus. Upon conclusion of the training, you will be expected to relocate within a specific geographical area to broaden your knowledge and skillset.

We are seeking individuals who display curiosity, innovation, and leadership to better our service to our customers, our team, and themselves. The business operates continuously, so you must be available to respond to safety or operational issues outside of normal business hours as they arise.

Under the direct supervision of a Logistics Manager, you will supervise, coordinate, and oversee logistics operations. The successful candidate must provide recommendations for improvements to the facility, equipment, machinery, and processes, and will be accountable for meeting customer service expectations with their team of associates.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coordinate, and oversee day-to-day logistics operations.
• Plan and review, in collaboration with the Logistics Manager, all logistics processes to ensure they meet company standards and customer service specifications.
• Establish work schedules and procedures, and coordinate activities of employees to ensure optimal shift/team logistics.
• Accountable for site Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Collaborate with customers in all aspects of operations.
• Meet regularly with team members collectively and individually to monitor progress toward objectives, track performance, and recognize successes.
• Cultivate team spirit with a Diversity and Inclusion initiative and promote cooperation by seeking opportunities to improve internal processes.
• Responsible for implementation of health & safety and security initiatives, practices, and behaviors, and adherence to company rules and policies.
• Understand key levers for account profitability; create, update, and present customer-specific reporting and financial analysis; and make recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Learn financial aspects of the job that are applicable and how this role connects to the financial stability of the account.
• Build trust and create connection points for new hires during onboarding, orientation, and training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required in Business, Logistics, Transportation, or a related field. Combination of other education and experiences will be considered.
• One (1) year of involvement in extra-curricular activities that demonstrate leadership skills.
• One (1) year of previous internship experience preferred.

Skills

• Effective leadership skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• High degree of initiative and self-motivation.
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships at all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors).
• Curiosity to learn independently while building relationships that broaden knowledge and foster collaboration.
• Flexibility to operate and excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of multitasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills.

Pay

Annual salary: $65,000 - $72,000 per year based on experience.

Schedule

2nd Shift: Monday-Friday, 3:30 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.

Benefits

For full-time positions, Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including:

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability insurance options.
• Paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family, and parental leave.
• Tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.