General Manager - Distribution

Company: Ryder System, Inc.
Location: Apopka
Posted on: March 26, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description :We are searching for a General Manager - Distribution in Apopka, FL for our Supply Chain Solutions division. Apply here today to speak with a Recruiter about the position and perks of joining our Ryder Ever Better Team.

• Pay Type: Exempt / Salary paid Twice Per Month
• Annual Salary Pay: $100K - $120K
• Annual Bonus Incentive: Up to 20% or more of salary per year
• Schedule: Monday-Friday day shift. Must be available to work other shifts as neededThe General Manager is typically responsible for multiple locations for one large customer or multiple customer accounts with approximately $8M to $11M in operating revenue taking into consideration business complexity. It includes the management and improvement of services provided to the customer(s), as well as the development and implementation of customer performance measurements. May assist with business development initiatives and new locations startups. This position is responsible for leading, guiding, training and directing Logistics Managers (LM), Senior Logistics Managers (SLM), and/or Group Logistics Managers (GLM). This position has profit and loss responsibility for assigned account(s).Essential Functions
  • Identify and/or solve operational issues with the account(s) by implementing continuous improvement and LEAN initiatives, to strengthen team unity, goals, productivity and results.
  • Manage one or more customer account(s) to meet established metrics and performance expectations. Manage the customer relationship and identify potential opportunities for business growth.
  • Ensure financial objectives are met and grow revenue for assigned account(s).
  • Supervise, develop and manage performance for assigned employees and maintain a positive employee relations environment at assigned account(s).
  • Hire, train, supervise, and coach/mentor direct reports and management team.
  • Maintain a proactive safety program within the account(s) consistent with company policy in order to provide a safe and secure work environment.
  • Manage the profit and loss statements for assigned account(s) and implement actions as needed.Skills and Abilities
    • Excellent problem solving skills, use of formal Root Cause Countermeasure Systems preferred
    • Excellent oral and written communications skills with demonstrated leadership capabilities
    • Strong organization, analytical and computer skills
    • Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)
    • Ability to create and develop an inclusive and engaged work environment across the enterprise
    • Effectively guide profit and loss actions using current data sets
    • 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
    • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of warehouse operations/solutions, distribution, transportation and carrier management at a strategic level preferred
    • Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) preferred
    • Knowledge of OSHA required; DOT and Hazmat knowledge based on the account(s) required
    • Knowledge of Lean principles, systems and tools requiredQualifications
      • Bachelor's degree in business, logistics, supply chain or an additional two (2) years of relevant work experience required
      • Master's degree preferred
      • Six (6) years or more relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse or industry related field required
      • Five (5) years or more managing, leading and developing direct reports required
      • Five (5) years or more managing large multi-level teams preferred
      • Four (4) years or more Profit & Loss responsibility preferred
      • Four (4) years or more demonstrated experience developing and implementing complete logistics solutions and project management skills required
      • Two (2) years or more customer interaction required
      • Two (2) years or more managing customer KPIs requiredTravel: 40-50%DOT Regulated: NoApply Here With Ryder TodayRyder 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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