Manager Continuous Improvement - Ryder Last Mile (Remote)
About the position The Manager of Continuous Improvement at Ryder is responsible for promoting and facilitating continuous improvement methodologies across the organization. This role involves managing CI resources, driving change through data-driven initiatives, and enhancing performance in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and growth. The manager will work closely with various teams to implement effective strategies and ensure sustainable business improvements. Responsibilities • Supervise a team of continuous improvement engineering and quality professionals. • Lead employment decisions including hiring, promoting, coaching, and development. • Manage multiple and complex Supply Chain projects. • Regularly interact with Senior Management and/or customers. • Lead the development and execution of strategy, scorecarding, and key performance indicator action plans. • Conduct assessments of critical site and business needs with Operational leadership. • Develop and implement a thorough continuous improvement plan to address top business needs. • Drive process improvement activities to achieve significant improvements in key business metrics. • Provide regular reports of data and actions to measure progress against performance and business objectives. • Provide training, coaching, and mentoring on Ryder Business System concepts. • Support start-ups, retrofits, and expansions including pricing inputs and certifications. • Develop advanced competency in engineering methods, data analysis, and Lean tools. • Facilitate and execute Value Stream Maps & Kaizen Events through all stages. • Identify process gaps and lead CI Team to implement improvements. • Manage, track, and report the progress and value of transformational activities across customer accounts. Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain Management required. • Master's degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain Management preferred. • Nine (9) years or more in the Distribution, Warehousing, Manufacturing, Transportation, or Supply Chain Logistics industry required. • Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite with emphasis on Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio. • Advanced knowledge in developing and managing Lean methodologies such as PDCA, Value Stream Mapping, and Kaizen. • Expertise in core engineering and data analysis functions such as slotting, utilization, and labor planning. Nice-to-haves • Knowledge of Warehouse Management operations and data analytics. • Experience with Warehouse design tools such as AutoCAD and Warehouse Management Systems. • Knowledge of material handling solutions and automation types. • Familiarity with Transportation Design Tools and Mapping Software. Benefits • Disability insurance • Health insurance • Dental insurance • 401(k) • Paid time off • Parental leave • Vision insurance • Life insurance Apply tot his job