Logistics Manager - Dedicated Transportation

Ryder - Hutchinson, KS

Full-time - Mid Level

Hutchinson, KS

10,001+ employees

Rental and Leasing Services

About the position

The Logistics Manager is responsible for planning and directing operations to enhance productivity and efficiency within the logistics framework. This role involves providing leadership to dispatch staff, drivers, and owner operators, ensuring effective communication and economical utilization of vehicle facilities. The position requires a commitment to the company's core values and the ability to embrace technology in daily operations.

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 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.
• 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice-to-haves

• Bilingual, English and French (for Quebec locations only).
• Strong leadership and motivating skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize, structure and schedule tasks to maximize effort and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability insurance options.
• Paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave.
• Tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• 12 weeks of paid maternity leave.
• Additional day of Paid Time Off for Military Veterans.