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Transportation/Driver Supervisor

Ryder System, Inc., Albany, NY, United States


Transportation/Driver Supervisor
Pay Type: Exempt / Salary paid Twice Per Month

Annual Salary Pay: $65,000-$70,000

Schedule: Tuesday‑Saturday

Tuesday & Wednesday hours: 5:00am‑12:00pm

Thursday hours: 10:00am‑5:00pm

Friday & Saturday hours: 5:00am‑5:00pm

Position will oversee Perth Amboy, NJ and Amsterdam, NY

Experience in transportation and driver supervision preferred

100% remote position

When Fortune 500 businesses and new startups need supply chain solutions, they look to our industry‑leading logistics experts. At Ryder, there is more to being a supply chain professional than working on some of the nation’s biggest brands. We make sure you are also getting the diverse experience, advancement opportunities, all from an industry‑leading Fortune 500 company.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits start at 30 Days

401 (K) Savings Plan with a company match

Discounted employee stock purchase options

Quality employee discounts that actually save you money on tools, cars, appliances, travel and more

All major holidays paid and Paid time off within your first year

Up to 12 weeks paid maternity leave

Responsibilities

Supervise, coordinate and oversee day to day logistics operations;

Plan and review, in collaboration with the Logistics Manager, all logistics processes, ensuring that they meet the company standards and customer service specifications

Establish work schedules and procedures and coordinate activities of the workers to ensure optimal shift/team logistics

Accountable for site Key Performance Indication (KPI)

Working in collaboration with customer in all aspect of operations

Meet regularly with team members collectively, as well as on an individual basis to monitor progress towards meeting objectives, track performance, coach and counsel as well as recognizing team and individual successes

Cultivate team spirit with a Diversity and Inclusion initiative and promote cooperation by seeking opportunities to improve internal processes

Carry out performance evaluations of the team members and recommend performance awards and/or merit increases when appropriate

Address performance problems through corrective action and disciplinary process

Understand labor agreement and maintain positive labor relations with all employees

Responsible for implementation of health & safety and security initiatives, practices and behaviors and adherence to company rules and policies

Provide appropriate orientation for employees and Lead Hands and give them the information, technology and any material necessary to perform their jobs

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

Instills commitment to organizational goals

Strong planning skills

Results oriented

Effective leadership skills

Motivating skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Diverse team environment

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Possesses a high degree of initiative

Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)

Ability to work independently and as a member of a team

Flexibility to operate and self‑driven to excel in a fast‑paced environment

Capable of multi‑tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills

Detail oriented with excellent follow‑up practices

Qualifications

H.S. diploma/GED required

One (1) year or more experience in transportation, warehouse or distribution environment preferred

0 to One (1) year direct supervisory/leadership experience required

Compensation Information
Salaried

Minimum Pay Range: $65,000

Maximum Pay Range: $70,000

EEO Statement
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.

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