Logistics Manager - Dedicated Transportation

Ryder - Allentown, PA

Full-time - Mid Level

Allentown, PA

10,001+ employees

Rental and Leasing Services

About the position

The Logistics Manager is responsible for overseeing the efficient operation of accounts within Ryder System, focusing on P&L management, customer satisfaction, compliance, employee relations, and safety. This role requires strong leadership and the ability to collaborate with senior management and customers to meet operational demands while ensuring a high level of service and adherence to safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the performance of salaried and hourly employees, resolving performance issues and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with senior management and customers to determine needs and expectations, operating the account to meet those demands.
• Analyze weekly and monthly P&L statements to assess account profitability and provide financial data and operations reports to senior management.
• Oversee accounts payable, vendor quotes for purchased materials, and customer invoicing.
• Conduct Safety & Security meetings, provide safety training, and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

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

• Strong leadership and motivating skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates problem solving and 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).

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.