Job DescriptionSummaryThis position supports the Ryder Continuous Improvement culture across the Business Unit/Vertical by actively promoting and facilitating the use of continuous improvement methods to support new and existing operations. The Manager will manage the CI resources across multiple operations to influence, drive, and manage change through data driven CI, Engineering, and Automation efforts to deliver higher levels of performance in safety, quality, delivery, cost and growth. Effectively leverage data analytics, engineering methodologies, and all Ryder lean tools to enable root cause identification and elimination. This high influence position will interface with employees at all levels and functions across the business. This position reports to the CI Director or Sr. CI Manager and is closely aligned with a Director of Operations.Essential FunctionsSupervise a team of continuous improvement engineering and quality professionals. Lead employment decisions (hire, promote, coach, development) and manage performance. Manages multiple and complex Supply Chain projects. Regularly interacts with Senior Management and/or customer(s).Lead the development and execution of strategy, scorecarding and key performance indicator action plans. Work with Operational leadership to conduct assessments of critical site and business needs. Ensure the development of a thorough, effective and timely continuous improvement plan to address the top business needs at Ryder sites. Ensure process improvement activities are driven to achieve dramatic improvement in key business metrics. Provide regular reports of data and actions to measure progress against performance and business objectives.Provide training, coaching, and mentoring: must be able to translate all Ryder Business System concepts to local situations and help individuals, teams, and managers develop understanding and application of tools for sustainable business improvements. Coach business owners to use Engineering, Data Analysis and Lean methods to achieve operational excellence. Support start-ups, retrofits and expansions including pricing inputs, go-live and steady state certifications.Develop advanced competency in a wide range of engineering methods, data analysis, Lean tools, and quality standards and coach employees in their use. Ensures methodologies/tools such as product slotting, labor standards (time studies), layouts, optimization of flow, data profiling and analysis, automation, data analytics, and resource modeling are utilized to improve distribution and/or transportation operations.Effective facilitation and execution of Value Stream Maps & Kaizen Events through all stages (A3 charter creation, pre-work identification and completion, delivery of results, regular follow up and follow through on sustainment). Independently identifies process gaps and recommends and leads CI Team to implement process improvement. Manage, track, and report the progress and value of the transformational activities and projects across customer accounts. Direct the assessment, development, implementation, and continuous improvement activities related to the implementation of lean processes across accounts.Additional ResponsibilitiesManage the design, implementation,



monitoring and maintenance of the QMS based on established company and/or industry standards.Implement and monitor a standardized corrective action system.Support regulatory compliance and certification requirements.Oversee all functions related to Quality Assurance for a start-up or expansion.Oversee internal auditing to ensure regulatory compliance and certification.Performs other duties as assigned.Skills and AbilitiesEffective interpersonal skillsStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to create and maintain qualified relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)Ability 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 skillsBuilds, manages and develops effective teamsSystem and change implementation skillsAbility to manage multiple cross-functional and complex CI projects from beginning to sustained resultsMicrosoft Office Suite skills with emphasis on Access, Excel and PowerPoint & Visio expert requiredData visualization (PowerBI, Tableau) and database programming (SQL, DAX, etc.) intermediate preferredExpertise in developing and managing: Leader Standard Work, Visual Management Systems and Management Accountability Systems, Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA), Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S/Workplace Organization advanced requiredUnderstanding and experience in core engineering and data analysis functions (slotting, utilization, labor planning, layouts, metrics, etc.) expert requiredWarehouse design tools such as CAD (e.G.AutoCAD); slotting (e.GSlot3D), Predetermined Motion and Time Systems and methods (e.GMOST); Warehouse Management Systems (e.GManhattan Scale), and Labor MgtSystems expert preferredKnowledge of Warehouse Management operations, data analytics, Industrial Engineering, warehouse types (ambient, temp control, warehouse layout/ design and Lean methodsKnowledge of material handling solutions and automation types such as: powered industrial truck (PIT) applications; racking and other storage solution designs, packaging equipment; conveyor and sortation equipment; and other automation solutions (e.GAS/RS)expert preferredKnowledge of Dedicated Services and Managed Transportation NetworksKnowledge of all available equipment types such as; dry van, temperature control, flat bed, other specialized equipmentTransportation Design Tools ie; JDA, Appian, Network Design Tools ie; Llamasoft, Transportation Management Systems ie; JDA, OTM,, Mapping Software ie; Tableauexpert preferredKnowledge working with HRM systems (e.GWorkday) and associated HR processesKnowledge on team member hiring/on-boardingKnowledge of goal setting and performance management/resolution intermediate preferredQualificationsBachelor's degree required Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain ManagementBachelor's degree preferred Industrial Engineering or Supply Chain ManagementMaster's degree preferred Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain ManagementNine (9)



years or more in the Distribution, Warehousing and/or Manufacturing, Transportation, Supply Chain Logistics industry requiredMicrosoft Office Suite skills with emphasis on Access, Excel and PowerPoint & Visio. expert requiredData visualization (PowerBI, Tableau) and database programming (SQL, DAX, etc.) intermediate preferredExpertise in developing and managing: Leader Standard Work, Visual Management Systems and Management Accountability Systems, Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA), Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S/Workplace Organization advanced requiredUnderstanding and experience in core engineering and data analysis functions (slotting, utilization, labor planning, layouts, metrics, etc.) expert requiredWarehouse design tools such as CAD (e.G. AutoCAD); slotting (e.G. Slot3D),Predetermined Motion and Time Systems and methods (e.G. MOST); Warehouse Management Systems (e.G. Manhattan Scale), and Labor Mgt. Systems. expert preferredKnowledge of Warehouse Management operations, data analytics, Industrial Engineering, warehouse types (ambient, temp control, warehouse layout/ design and Lean methods. Knowledge of material handling solutions and automation types such as: powered industrial truck (PIT) applications; racking and other storage solution designs, packaging equipment; conveyor and sortation equipment; and other automation solutions (e.G. AS/RS). expert preferredKnowledge of Dedicated Services and Managed Transportation Networks. Knowledge of all available equipment types such as; dry van, temperature control, flat bed, other specialized equipment. Transportation Design Tools ie; JDA, Appian, Network Design Tools ie; Llamasoft, Transportation Management Systems ie; JDA, OTM,, Mapping Software ie; Tableau. expert preferredKnowledge working with HRM systems (e.G. Workday) and associated HR processes. Knowledge on team member hiring/on-boarding. Knowledge of goal setting and performance management/resolution intermediate preferredLean Six Sigma, requiredOther cPMP, ISO/QMS, preferredAmerican Production Inventory Control Society (APICS) and/or Supply Chain Logistics Certification, preferredTravelNoneJob CategoryContinuous ImprovementThis posting is for an existing vacancy.Compensation InformationSalariedMinimum Pay Range: 125000Maximum Pay Range: 130000Equal Opportunity EmployerWe value Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace and encourage all qualified candidates to apply including women, visible minorities, aboriginals and persons with disabilities.In accordance with our commitment to diversity and inclusion, Ryder welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment, selection, and assessment process. Should you require an accommodation, please inform the Human Resources representative of the nature of the accommodation requested so that we may discuss your needs with you. If you require assistance in order to apply, please contact us at 888‐957‐9337.Authorization to Work in CanadaAs part of our commitment to compliance with employment and immigration laws, all applicants must have valid legal authorization to work in Canada. Maintaining this authorization is the responsibility of every employee and is a condition of continued employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Manager Continuous Improvement (Brampton)
🏢 Ryder System
📍 Brampton