Logistics Manager

About the role

Ryder is seeking a Logistics Manager to plan and direct operations while improving productivity and efficiency. The role provides leadership and direction to dispatch staff, company drivers, and owner operators, overseeing communication functions to ensure economical utilization of vehicle facilities.

Responsibilities

• 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 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 lower costs.
• Reviews and analyzes reports such as revenue and performance records to evaluate productivity and recommend 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, safety rules, and government regulations (e.g., logs, equipment condition).
• 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.

Skills and Abilities

• 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 within a diverse team environment.
• Demonstrates problem solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational skills; ability to prioritize, structure, and schedule tasks to maximize effort and meet deadlines.
• 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).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain preferred.
• Three or more years of relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse, or industry-related field required.
• Two or more years of 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).

Ryder is a DOT regulated employer.