Ryder System, Inc.
Senior Director HR Business Partner
Ryder System, Inc., Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
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Senior Director HR Business Partner
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Ryder System, Inc.
As Senior Director, HR Business Partner, you will be a strategic leader and trusted advisor to senior leadership. Supporting Ryder’s Automotive & Industrial (AAI) vertical within the Supply Chain division, you will report to the Vice President of Human Resources and lead both the HR Business Partner team and on-site HR professionals. Your responsibilities will drive organizational effectiveness, talent development, employee engagement, and workforce planning. This high‑impact role requires a forward‑thinking leader who anticipates challenges, guides transformation, and ensures our people strategy accelerates business success.
Responsibilities
Partner with senior leaders to align people strategies with supply chain business objectives, serving as a trusted advisor and champion of best‑in‑class HR practices.
Lead and develop a high‑performing team of HR Business Partners, fostering a culture of strategic impact, accountability, and continuous growth.
Anticipate workforce challenges and guide leaders through complex organizational change with empathy and strategic foresight.
Collaborate with the broader HRBP leadership team to modernize the HR Business Partner function, enhancing scalability, effectiveness, and business impact.
Use people analytics to inform talent strategy, optimize workforce planning, and drive measurable outcomes.
Shape organizational structures and leadership pipelines, influencing how we attract, retain, and develop top talent.
Partner cross‑functionally with COEs (e.g., Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, HR Operations, Talent Management, Legal) to deliver integrated HR programs that support business goals.
Experience
10+ years of progressive HR Business Partner experience, including senior leadership roles supporting executive teams.
Experience in supply chain, manufacturing, public companies, or high‑growth environments is preferred but not required.
Skills
Proven ability to influence and coach senior executives, driving strategic people decisions at scale.
Demonstrated success in leading and developing high‑performing HR teams.
Strong business acumen with deep understanding of industry dynamics and organizational strategy.
Ability to lead through ambiguity and drive change in dynamic environments.
Data‑driven mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and measurable impact.
Commitment to inclusion, belonging, and culture‑building as a strategic advantage.
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences and challenge the status quo.
Strong relationship‑building skills across all levels of the organization.
Travel: 25–35% (estimated)
Job Category General Human Resources
Compensation Information Salary: $150,000 – $180,000 (salaried) plus eligibility for annual bonus, commission, and/or long‑term incentive plan based on level and performance.
Benefits Information Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits for all full‑time positions, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability insurance options. Paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave is available, and a tax‑advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan is offered.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
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Senior Director HR Business Partner
role at
Ryder System, Inc.
As Senior Director, HR Business Partner, you will be a strategic leader and trusted advisor to senior leadership. Supporting Ryder’s Automotive & Industrial (AAI) vertical within the Supply Chain division, you will report to the Vice President of Human Resources and lead both the HR Business Partner team and on-site HR professionals. Your responsibilities will drive organizational effectiveness, talent development, employee engagement, and workforce planning. This high‑impact role requires a forward‑thinking leader who anticipates challenges, guides transformation, and ensures our people strategy accelerates business success.
Responsibilities
Partner with senior leaders to align people strategies with supply chain business objectives, serving as a trusted advisor and champion of best‑in‑class HR practices.
Lead and develop a high‑performing team of HR Business Partners, fostering a culture of strategic impact, accountability, and continuous growth.
Anticipate workforce challenges and guide leaders through complex organizational change with empathy and strategic foresight.
Collaborate with the broader HRBP leadership team to modernize the HR Business Partner function, enhancing scalability, effectiveness, and business impact.
Use people analytics to inform talent strategy, optimize workforce planning, and drive measurable outcomes.
Shape organizational structures and leadership pipelines, influencing how we attract, retain, and develop top talent.
Partner cross‑functionally with COEs (e.g., Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, HR Operations, Talent Management, Legal) to deliver integrated HR programs that support business goals.
Experience
10+ years of progressive HR Business Partner experience, including senior leadership roles supporting executive teams.
Experience in supply chain, manufacturing, public companies, or high‑growth environments is preferred but not required.
Skills
Proven ability to influence and coach senior executives, driving strategic people decisions at scale.
Demonstrated success in leading and developing high‑performing HR teams.
Strong business acumen with deep understanding of industry dynamics and organizational strategy.
Ability to lead through ambiguity and drive change in dynamic environments.
Data‑driven mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and measurable impact.
Commitment to inclusion, belonging, and culture‑building as a strategic advantage.
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences and challenge the status quo.
Strong relationship‑building skills across all levels of the organization.
Travel: 25–35% (estimated)
Job Category General Human Resources
Compensation Information Salary: $150,000 – $180,000 (salaried) plus eligibility for annual bonus, commission, and/or long‑term incentive plan based on level and performance.
Benefits Information Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits for all full‑time positions, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability insurance options. Paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave is available, and a tax‑advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan is offered.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
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