Group Director Customer Logistics
Company: Ryder System, Inc.
Location: Topeka
Posted on: January 27, 2023
Job Description:
Group Director Customer Logistics Topeka , Kansas Current
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today!SummaryThe Group Director Customer Logistics is primarily
responsible for integrated operations management, safety, financial
and customer relations of warehouse operations for multiple
customers and locations following sector/vertical strategy.Support
the sales process by participating in new business development
opportunities and working with current customers to support
business changes and introduce new services.Implement activities
supporting assigned strategic objectives for the vertical and acts
as the Lean Champion.Depending on the customer requirements,
additional service offering may include transportation, packaging
and/or reverse logistics, etc.This position is responsible for
leading, guiding, training and directing General Managers and
Directors and works closely with their assigned Finance, Human
Resource and Safety partner.Essential FunctionsSupport the sales
process by participating in business development opportunities with
new and existing customers.Forecast, plan, manage and ensure
locations meet defined financial targets. Ensure mitigation plans
are implemented as required.Build and maintain relationships with
customers at the regional and corporate levels based on operational
execution and value creation. Represent Ryder in customer meetings
and presentations to drive retention and growth.Oversee the
deployment of Ryder's Lean Guiding Principles and foster a culture
of innovation and continuous improvement.Hire, train, guide and
supervise GLMs (I&II), Directors I and DCLs to meet the
requirements of the positions within the accounts.Monitor and hold
operations accountable for maintaining a safety culture that meets
or exceeds annual safety targets.Manage operations to ensure
internal and external Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are
achieved. Ensure mitigations plans are implemented as
required.Additional Responsibilities
- Performs other duties as assigned.Skills and AbilitiesExcellent
oral and written communications skills with demonstrated leadership
capabilitiesAbility to create and maintain professional
relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work
groups, customers, etc.)Ability to create and develop an inclusive
and engaged work environmentAbility to inspire and develop
othersMust be able to interact with executive level
managementAbility to manage multiple accounts with different
product directionAbility to work independently and as a member of a
teamFlexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced
environmentCapable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with
excellent time management skillsDetail oriented with excellent
follow-up practicesSolid advanced knowledge of distribution
management at a strategic level, sales and demonstrated knowledge
of Profit & Loss performance requiredTransportation and Carrier
Management advanced knowledge strongly preferredKnowledge of Lean
principles, systems and tools, intermediate level requiredKnowledge
of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), intermediate level
requiredKnowledge of OSHA required; DOT and Hazmat knowledge may be
required based on the account(s), intermediate level
requiredQualificationsBachelor's degree required in Business,
Logistics, Supply Chain or related field, or a minimum of eight
years of relevant work experience required.Master's degree
preferredMinimum of fifteen(15) years experience in a logistics
environment (warehouse, cross dock, transportation) required.
requiredRelated experience at a Director level or higher with
multiple location and/or customer account responsibility required.
requiredMust possess demonstrated experience in developing,
growing, improving, and implementing integrated logistics solutions
and project management skills. requiredStrong P&L experience
with forecasting and managing financial targets required.
requiredExperience leading teams in a LEAN work environment is
highly preferred preferredSolid knowledge of distribution
management at a strategic level, sales and demonstrated knowledge
of Profit &Loss performance required. advanced
requiredTransportation and Carrier Management knowledge strongly
preferred. advanced preferredKnowledge of Lean principles, systems
and tools. intermediate requiredKnowledge of Warehouse Management
Systems (WMS). intermediate requiredKnowledge of OSHA required; DOT
and Hazmat knowledge may be required based on the account(s).
intermediate requiredDOT Regulated - NoTravel - 60% anticipatedCA,
CO, CT, WA and NYC - Salary is determined based on internal equity;
internal salary ranges; market data/ranges; applicant's skills;
prior relevant experience; certain degrees or certifications, etc.
The salary for this position ranges from $150,000 to $190,000.
Salaries may be supplemented with a bonus as applicable and/or as
business conditions allow.Job Category: LogisticsRyder 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
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