Senior Program Manager - Logistics Startups

Ryder
Springfield, IL

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Job Description :

We are hiring a Senior Program Manager - Logistics Startups supporting startup operations 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: $85,000 to $95,000

  • Annual Bonus: up to 10% of base salary

  • Shift & Schedule: Flexibility needed to support any shift/schedule

  • Travel: 80-90%

  • Project Management experience and certification required

  • Startup warehouse operations leadership, knowledge, and experience in large DC's is preferred to support startup operations

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.

Here are a few of the many benefits when working with us:

  • 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

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We want YOU to join our family made up of Proud Women and Men in Logistics who work alongside Military Reserve and Veterans we hire every day!

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SUMMARY

This position is responsible for managing group of non inter-related programs aligned to a strategic goal. Ensures programs are managed to compliance and company/customer standards. Manages allocation of internal and external resources to meet implementation demand signal. Provides regular and proactive communications to customers and Ryder Executive Management

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Supports business start-ups for large and complex programs

Provides guidance, leadership and coaching to assigned staff

Develops department goals to maintain optimum efficiency

Provides input and performance goals

Implements strategic policy when selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results

Monitors post implementation customer expectations and standards

Interact with multiple levels including Executive Management within Ryder and client organizations

Acts independently to determine methods and procedures on new assignments

Works on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors

Manages a team of professional level employees. Develops direct reports

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree Business, Engineering, Supply Chain or related field.

EXPERIENCE

Eight (8) years or more experience Relevant work experience

Five (5) years or more experience Related experience in Project Management

Five (5) years or more experience 3-5 years in a Supervisor or Managerial role

SKILLS

Project management skills. Rapidly learns and applies new information/concepts in Project Management. Drives for results

Builds and manages effective teams.

Ability to build strong customer relationships.

Effective leadership skills. Manages Diversity & Inclusion. Innovation Management. Has decision quality and managerial courage

Demonstrates problem solving skills.

Develops and delivers effective presentations.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors). Sense of humor, approachability, business acumen

Highly thorough and dependable. Integrity, trust and perseverence

Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment. Deals with ambiguity

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

Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices

KNOWLEDGE

Proficiency in MS Office including MS Project; advanced level.

LICENSES

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification (1 Year, required).

Certified Six Sigma Green Belt (1 Year, required).

TRAVEL

80-90%

#INDexempt

#LI-RK

Job Category: Project Management

Compensation Information :

The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:

Pay Type :

Salaried

Minimum Pay Range:

$85,000

Maximum Pay Range:

$95,000

Benefits Information:

For all Full-time positions only : 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.

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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Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

Security Notice for Applicants:

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Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at [email protected] or 800-793-3754.

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Posted 2026-05-27

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