Ryder System, Inc.
Director of Ecommerce Data & Analytics
Ryder System, Inc., Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Director of Data & Analytics – Ryder Ecommerce Division
The Director of Data & Analytics for the Ryder ecommerce division leads the data strategy and execution across e-commerce product, business and customer insights, and AI/ML initiatives. This role is responsible for building a scalable data foundation, delivering actionable insights, enabling data-driven decision‑making, and establishing a platform for advanced analytics and data products. With a focus on operational efficiency and business growth for the domain aligned with enterprise objectives, the Director oversees data engineering, analytics, and governance, partnering with cross‑functional teams to ensure data is a strategic asset supporting both internal and customer needs.
Essential Functions
Define and lead execution of a unified data and AI/ML strategy aligned to business and operational priorities
Build and manage a high‑performing team across data engineering, BI, and analytics
Develop a scalable, modern data platform and advanced analytics, self‑service BI, and machine learning solutions
Collaborate with stakeholders to identify, prioritize, and deliver AI/ML use cases that drive measurable business outcomes
Partner with stakeholders to define data requirements, metrics, governance, and ethical AI principles
Deliver insights to optimize logistics operations and support customer‑facing products
Champion a data‑driven culture across teams through enablement and education
Ensure compliance with data security and privacy standards (e.g., SOC 2, GDPR)
Align data strategy with enterprise architecture, product development, and platform delivery
Additional Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills & Abilities
Strong entrepreneurial mindset that sees “what could be” and leads the effort to achieve, Required
Strategic planning and communication of a clear data vision, Required
Ability to lead cross‑functional data initiatives and drive measurable outcomes, Required
Strong knowledge of data architecture, analytics, and governance, Required
Skilled in Agile environments and iterative delivery, Required
Excellent collaboration and stakeholder management skills, Required
Background in logistics or supply chain analytics is a plus, Required
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in data science, computer science, analytics, or related field, Required
Master’s Degree in data science, computer science, analytics, or related field, Preferred
8 years or more in experience in data or analytics roles, Required
3 years or more in leadership role, Required
Experience with modern data and ML tools (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks, Power BI, Domo) Intermediate, Required
Experience supporting enterprise or multi‑tenant platforms preferred Intermediate, Required
Proven experience leading enterprise‑scale data platform initiatives and enabling AI/ML capabilities Advanced, Required
Familiarity with data compliance frameworks (e.g., SOC 1/2, ISO 27001, GDPR) Intermediate, Required
Travel
0 – 10%
Job Category Enterprise Data
Compensation Information Pay Type: Salaried Minimum Pay Range: $155,000.00 Maximum Pay Range: $195,000.00
Benefits Information Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax‑advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Equal Opportunity Employer Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
Security Notice For Applicants Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a [@ryder.com] email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application through www.ryder.com/careers. Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at careers@ryder.com or 800‑793‑3754.
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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Essential Functions
Define and lead execution of a unified data and AI/ML strategy aligned to business and operational priorities
Build and manage a high‑performing team across data engineering, BI, and analytics
Develop a scalable, modern data platform and advanced analytics, self‑service BI, and machine learning solutions
Collaborate with stakeholders to identify, prioritize, and deliver AI/ML use cases that drive measurable business outcomes
Partner with stakeholders to define data requirements, metrics, governance, and ethical AI principles
Deliver insights to optimize logistics operations and support customer‑facing products
Champion a data‑driven culture across teams through enablement and education
Ensure compliance with data security and privacy standards (e.g., SOC 2, GDPR)
Align data strategy with enterprise architecture, product development, and platform delivery
Additional Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills & Abilities
Strong entrepreneurial mindset that sees “what could be” and leads the effort to achieve, Required
Strategic planning and communication of a clear data vision, Required
Ability to lead cross‑functional data initiatives and drive measurable outcomes, Required
Strong knowledge of data architecture, analytics, and governance, Required
Skilled in Agile environments and iterative delivery, Required
Excellent collaboration and stakeholder management skills, Required
Background in logistics or supply chain analytics is a plus, Required
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in data science, computer science, analytics, or related field, Required
Master’s Degree in data science, computer science, analytics, or related field, Preferred
8 years or more in experience in data or analytics roles, Required
3 years or more in leadership role, Required
Experience with modern data and ML tools (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks, Power BI, Domo) Intermediate, Required
Experience supporting enterprise or multi‑tenant platforms preferred Intermediate, Required
Proven experience leading enterprise‑scale data platform initiatives and enabling AI/ML capabilities Advanced, Required
Familiarity with data compliance frameworks (e.g., SOC 1/2, ISO 27001, GDPR) Intermediate, Required
Travel
0 – 10%
Job Category Enterprise Data
Compensation Information Pay Type: Salaried Minimum Pay Range: $155,000.00 Maximum Pay Range: $195,000.00
Benefits Information Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax‑advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Equal Opportunity Employer Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
Security Notice For Applicants Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a [@ryder.com] email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application through www.ryder.com/careers. Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at careers@ryder.com or 800‑793‑3754.
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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