VP of Operations – Supply Chain

Ryder System, Inc.

Ryder VP leading Retail, Technology, and Healthcare supply chain operations nationwide. Driving distribution, logistics strategy, customer partnerships, cost efficiency, and transformation.

Posted 8/13/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $200,000 - $240,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supply chain leadership, logistics strategy, and distribution operations, with a strong focus on achieving financial targets and enhancing service levels. Proven ability to lead teams, develop inventory management strategies, and foster effective customer relationships.

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Supply Chain LeadershipLogistics StrategyDistribution OperationsInventory ManagementTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Supply Chain ManagementLogistics ManagementDistribution StrategyPerformance MetricsCost ReductionOperational EfficiencyTransportation PlanningCustomer InteractionFinancial Target AchievementProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

LeadershipTeam-BuildingCommunicationMotivationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Distribution ToolsInventory Management SystemsWarehouse Management Systems

Industry Keywords

Supply Chain3PLConsumer GoodsRetailOperations Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the Retail, Technology and Healthcare operations team to top-tier supply chain performance
Establish Ryder as one of the top-performing supply chain organizations in the industry
Lead logistics strategy, distribution operations, transportation planning, and customer interaction
Lead teams to deliver high service levels, low costs, and value-added customer services
Provide leadership for warehousing and transportation strategy, organizational structure, design, and long-term vision
Report performance against key service metrics internally and externally
Direct and lead locations
Create efficiencies and leverage distribution and transportation costs
Manage distribution operations and maximize available resources
Deliver against financial targets and budgets
Plan, build, maintain, and improve distribution tools, facilities, processes, equipment, and systems
Develop and execute inventory management strategies to reduce costs
Interface with customers regarding supply chain strategy and working partnerships
Establish performance metrics, resolve problems proactively, introduce best practices, and foster positive change
Confront complex operational issues, determine solutions, and motivate staff to implement changes
Manage performance, engagement, and career development of direct staff
Work with senior leaders to align employee activities with company policies and total rewards objectives
Evaluate tradeoffs involving automation investments, locations, inventory management, and delivery speed and cost
Travel approximately 50%

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business, operations management, or a related field
Minimum of 15 years of experience at a large consumer, distribution, 3PL, or retail company in supply chain leadership roles
Experience focusing on distribution and logistics
Ability to operate strategically while implementing plans and leading individuals through planning and implementation
Goal-oriented approach and perseverance to achieve positive results
Ability to motivate and retain well-qualified individuals with diverse talents, interests, and cultural backgrounds
Strong leadership, team-building, and trust-building skills
Ability to prioritize, follow through, achieve results, and meet deadlines
Sense of urgency and high decisiveness
High personal initiative; self-driven and action-oriented
Exceptionally strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to communicate concepts effectively at all levels
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships
Estimated travel of 50%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan may be available based on level and/or type
Medical insurance
Prescription coverage
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance options
Paid time off for vacation
Paid time off for illness
Paid bereavement leave
Family leave
Parental leave
Tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan
Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace