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Logistics Coordinator roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in supply chain, operations, or business. Most positions qualify as STEM-adjacent under business operations, and employers in freight, e-commerce, and manufacturing regularly hire international candidates. Your 12-month OPT window is enough to demonstrate value and pursue H-1B visa sponsorship.
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Job Summary
The main purpose of a Logistics Manager is to plan and direct operations while improving productivity and efficiency. The Logistics Manager provides leadership and direction to the dispatch staff, company drivers, and owner operators while overseeing communication functions to effect economical utilization of vehicle facilities by performing the following duties personally and/or through subordinate supervisors.
In addition to a comprehensive benefit package, a 401(K) Savings Plan with a company match, discounted stock purchase options and performance-based annual cost of living increases, we are proud to offer:
- Comprehensive training and the ability to continue your professional development
- Regional and local Ryder resources to help guide and support as we grow this offering.
- The stability and peace-of-mind that comes with working for a World-Class, Fortune 500 organization that has been in business for over 85 years with over 36,000 employees worldwide.
- 12 weeks of paid maternity leave.
- Additional day of Paid Time Off for Military Veterans.
We are seeking the best and most promising candidates to provide creativity, agility and superior customer service that will exceed our Customer’s expectation. If you possess a strong work ethic and a burning desire to succeed and grow your career, then we have an opportunity for YOU!
You MUST be willing to commit yourself to align with our core values: Trust, Innovation, Expertise, Collaboration and Safety. The ability to embrace and utilize Technology as part of your daily routine is crucial.
In addition, YOU are the management and professional representative of the Ryder organization.
If your work experience and/or education aligns with the Requirements and Responsibilities listed below, APPLY NOW!!
Essential Functions:
- Responsible for all aspects of the daily fleet operation.
- Develops policies, programs, and procedures for efficient operations of transportation systems and terminals.
- Sets schedules, routes, and assigns drivers and vehicles.
- First point of contact for operational information including but not limited to store delivery services, issues, backhaul information, driver scheduling/availability, and driver concerns.
- Submits recommendations for development of compliance with transportation policies, procedures, and programs.
- Conducts continuous analysis of vehicle and driver schedules to increase efficiency and to lower costs.
- Reviews and analyzes reports such as revenue and performance records to evaluate productivity and for recommended changes.
- Recruits, orients, trains, and monitors progression of new drivers.
- Monitors turnover, evaluates operation mileage, equipment, time off and pay, makes recommendations and establishes programs to minimize turnover.
- Enforces compliance and administrative policies, procedures, safety rules, and government regulations, i.e. logs, equipment condition, etc.
- Directs operation and maintenance of equipment and communication systems; reviews procedures; provides guidance to resolve technical problems; analyzes costs and recommends cost control measures; and develops plans, policies, and budgets.
- Other duties as assigned.
Additional Responsibilities
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Must be available to work on a flexible schedule on the various work shifts.
Skills and Abilities
- Builds and manages effective teams
- Strong leadership and motivating skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Bilingual, English and French (for Quebec locations only)
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills within a diverse team environment
- Demonstrates problem solving skills
- Demonstrates analytical skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize, structure and schedule tasks to maximize effort and meet deadlines
- Must be computer literate and able to use the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel & Word required)
- Excellent knowledge of Transportation and/or Warehouse Logistics operations advanced required
- Excellent knowledge of safety and security requirements advanced required
Qualifications
- H.S. diploma/GED required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain preferred
- Three (3) years or more relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse or industry related field required
- Two (2) years or more managing and leading direct reports required
- Excellent knowledge of Transportation and/or Warehouse Logistics operations advanced required
- Excellent knowledge of safety and security requirements advanced required
DOT Regulated: No
Travel - 10%
Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.
Job Category: Logistics
Our Culture & Commitment:
At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety.
Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together.
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:
82k
Maximum Pay Range:
87k
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.
Important Note:
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:
Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a [@ryder.com] email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application through www.ryder.com/careers.
Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at careers@ryder.com or 800-793-3754.
Current Employees:
If you are a current employee at Ryder, please click here to log in to Workday to apply using the internal application process.
MOVE YOUR CAREER FORWARD WITH RYDER!
If you are up to the challenge, Apply Now to work for one of the largest and most respected names in Logistics, Transportation, Fleet Maintenance and Supply Chain Services in the World!
Job Summary
The main purpose of a Logistics Manager is to plan and direct operations while improving productivity and efficiency. The Logistics Manager provides leadership and direction to the dispatch staff, company drivers, and owner operators while overseeing communication functions to effect economical utilization of vehicle facilities by performing the following duties personally and/or through subordinate supervisors.
In addition to a comprehensive benefit package, a 401(K) Savings Plan with a company match, discounted stock purchase options and performance-based annual cost of living increases, we are proud to offer:
- Comprehensive training and the ability to continue your professional development
- Regional and local Ryder resources to help guide and support as we grow this offering.
- The stability and peace-of-mind that comes with working for a World-Class, Fortune 500 organization that has been in business for over 85 years with over 36,000 employees worldwide.
- 12 weeks of paid maternity leave.
- Additional day of Paid Time Off for Military Veterans.
We are seeking the best and most promising candidates to provide creativity, agility and superior customer service that will exceed our Customer’s expectation. If you possess a strong work ethic and a burning desire to succeed and grow your career, then we have an opportunity for YOU!
You MUST be willing to commit yourself to align with our core values: Trust, Innovation, Expertise, Collaboration and Safety. The ability to embrace and utilize Technology as part of your daily routine is crucial.
In addition, YOU are the management and professional representative of the Ryder organization.
If your work experience and/or education aligns with the Requirements and Responsibilities listed below, APPLY NOW!!
Essential Functions:
- Responsible for all aspects of the daily fleet operation.
- Develops policies, programs, and procedures for efficient operations of transportation systems and terminals.
- Sets schedules, routes, and assigns drivers and vehicles.
- First point of contact for operational information including but not limited to store delivery services, issues, backhaul information, driver scheduling/availability, and driver concerns.
- Submits recommendations for development of compliance with transportation policies, procedures, and programs.
- Conducts continuous analysis of vehicle and driver schedules to increase efficiency and to lower costs.
- Reviews and analyzes reports such as revenue and performance records to evaluate productivity and for recommended changes.
- Recruits, orients, trains, and monitors progression of new drivers.
- Monitors turnover, evaluates operation mileage, equipment, time off and pay, makes recommendations and establishes programs to minimize turnover.
- Enforces compliance and administrative policies, procedures, safety rules, and government regulations, i.e. logs, equipment condition, etc.
- Directs operation and maintenance of equipment and communication systems; reviews procedures; provides guidance to resolve technical problems; analyzes costs and recommends cost control measures; and develops plans, policies, and budgets.
- Other duties as assigned.
Additional Responsibilities
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Must be available to work on a flexible schedule on the various work shifts.
Skills and Abilities
- Builds and manages effective teams
- Strong leadership and motivating skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Bilingual, English and French (for Quebec locations only)
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills within a diverse team environment
- Demonstrates problem solving skills
- Demonstrates analytical skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize, structure and schedule tasks to maximize effort and meet deadlines
- Must be computer literate and able to use the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel & Word required)
- Excellent knowledge of Transportation and/or Warehouse Logistics operations advanced required
- Excellent knowledge of safety and security requirements advanced required
Qualifications
- H.S. diploma/GED required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain preferred
- Three (3) years or more relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse or industry related field required
- Two (2) years or more managing and leading direct reports required
- Excellent knowledge of Transportation and/or Warehouse Logistics operations advanced required
- Excellent knowledge of safety and security requirements advanced required
DOT Regulated: No
Travel - 10%
Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.
Job Category: Logistics
Our Culture & Commitment:
At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety.
Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together.
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:
82k
Maximum Pay Range:
87k
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.
Important Note:
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:
Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a [@ryder.com] email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application through www.ryder.com/careers.
Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at careers@ryder.com or 800-793-3754.
Current Employees:
If you are a current employee at Ryder, please click here to log in to Workday to apply using the internal application process.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Logistics Coordinator
Target industries with established sponsorship track records
Freight forwarding, third-party logistics, e-commerce fulfillment, and manufacturing companies sponsor international employees far more often than small distributors. Focus your search on mid-size to large operators where HR has handled visa processes before.
Frame your international background as a supply chain asset
Fluency in cross-border logistics, familiarity with import and export documentation, or experience with international freight processes makes you more valuable to employers who ship globally. Lead with this in your resume and interviews.
Pursue STEM OPT extension if your degree qualifies
If your degree is in supply chain management, industrial engineering, or a related STEM field, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. That gives employers three years to evaluate you before committing to H-1B sponsorship.
Earn a recognized logistics certification during OPT
Credentials like APICS CSCP or a Lean Six Sigma certification strengthen your case for sponsorship by demonstrating professional commitment. Employers are more likely to invest in sponsorship for candidates who show initiative beyond their core job responsibilities.
Raise sponsorship early with companies that already file H-1Bs
Before accepting an offer, verify the employer has a history of H-1B filings using publicly available Department of Labor disclosure data. Bringing this up early avoids spending months with a company that has no sponsorship pathway.
Logistics Coordinator OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Logistics Coordinator role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B sponsorship?
It depends on how the role is defined. Logistics Coordinator positions that require a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations management, or a related field generally meet the specialty occupation standard. Roles where any degree is accepted regardless of field are harder to sponsor. Employers with structured logistics operations and degree requirements in job postings have the strongest sponsorship cases.
Can I work as a Logistics Coordinator on OPT without employer sponsorship?
Yes. During your OPT period, your EAD card authorizes you to work for any employer in a role related to your degree field without the employer taking any sponsorship action. You can start work as soon as your EAD is valid and your employment start date is on or after your program end date. No employer petition or filing is required during this period.
Does a Logistics Coordinator job qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
The job itself does not determine STEM OPT eligibility, your degree does. If your degree is in supply chain management, industrial engineering, operations research, or another qualifying STEM field on the DHS STEM designated degree program list, you may be eligible for a 24-month extension regardless of your job title. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO before assuming eligibility.
Where can I find Logistics Coordinator jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and international students and surfaces Logistics Coordinator roles at employers with a history of sponsoring international workers. General job boards rarely filter for visa sponsorship willingness, which means you can spend weeks applying to companies that won't move forward once they see your authorization status. Migrate Mate removes that friction.
What happens to my Logistics Coordinator job if my OPT expires before H-1B approval?
If your employer files an H-1B petition before your OPT expires and you have a valid STEM OPT extension or a timely filed cap-subject petition, cap-gap protection may cover the gap between OPT expiration and October 1 when H-1B status begins. Without a STEM extension, your ability to continue working depends entirely on the timing of the H-1B filing and lottery selection. Discuss this timeline with your DSO and employer well in advance.