Logistics And Warehousing Jobs in Dekalb
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Title: Network Optimization Modeler
Employment Type: Direct-Hire, FTE
Location: Dekalb, IL (Onsite)
Salary: $145,000 - 155,000 + Bonus + Relocation Package
Required Skills and Experience
-Hands-on experience building and owning network optimization models with demonstrated success outcomes (not theoretical or academic-only exposure).
-Direct experience using commercial network modeling tools, with strong preference for: Llamasoft, OptiLogic, Comparable large-scale commercial network optimization platforms (e.g., AIMMS / AnyLogic / similar).
-Minimum of 5+ years of direct experience building network models; additional experience is beneficial but not required.
-Ability to immediately step into an existing production model with minimal to no ramp-up or formal training.
-Proven capability to review, refresh, and own large-scale network models, including validating assumptions and outputs.
-Experience supporting U.S. and Canada network modeling or similarly complex regional supply chain networks.
-Strong ability to translate new business questions or ad hoc requests into actionable network optimization analyses and respond quickly.
Bonus Skills and Experience
-Experience working with both commercial network optimization tools and homegrown/proprietary modeling solutions, demonstrating a deeper understanding of how models are built and function.
-Background in manufacturing or production environments, particularly where production constraints are tightly coupled with network design decisions.
-Exposure to or experience with production modeling in addition to distribution or transportation network modeling.
-Familiarity with transportation modeling, including route planning and vehicle-related optimization concepts.
-Experience working closely with inventory simulation or logistics simulation use cases.
-Master’s degree preferred (not required).
-Academic or research background combined with real-world commercial modeling experience.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
-Take immediate ownership of USAC (U.S. and Canada) network optimization modeling, serving as the primary model owner.
-Review, validate, and manage the 2025 model refresh and forward-looking models (2026–2028), ensuring accuracy and usability for leadership decision-making.
-Serve as a key contributor in new business and ad hoc modeling requests, quickly assessing how requests fit into the broader network optimization framework and taking action.
-Collaborate closely with: Network optimization leadership, Other specialized modelers (transportation, simulation, inventory), Supply chain finance partners, Planning teams and internal logistics stakeholders
-Support internal “customer-facing” needs, reacting to evolving logistics and supply chain questions while helping prioritize work across competing requests.
-Contribute to a center-of-excellence-style modeling team, where specialization exists but network optimization capability remains core to the role.
Position Description
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- Ryder Drivers are Paid Weekly
- Hours Per Week: 50 or more hours per week
- Solo Miles Pay: $0.60 per Mile with 2000 Miles per Week
- Solo Stops Pay: $26.00 per Stop with 15 Stops per Week
- Per Diem Pay: $40.00 per night with 1 - 2 nights per Week
- Overnights for Route in Ryder Booked Hotel
- Paid Training
- Schedule: Monday – Friday or Tuesday - Saturday
- Start Time: 9:00 PM - 3:00 AM Dispatch Window
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- Route: Regional
- Tractor Type: Day Cab
- Trailer Type: Dry Van 31'-53'
- Equipment: Electric & Manual Pallet Jack
- Ryder will Train you on all equipment needed to be successful
- Freight: Touch – Hardware Supplies
- Endorsements: Hazmat - Within 90 Days of Hire
- We Reimburse Cost to Obtain Endorsements and Provide Training
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- 401(k) rollover available now + company match at 1 year
- 12 weeks paid maternity leave(subject to specific eligibility criteria, including work tenure)
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Requirements
- Minimum 21 years of age
- Pass a Ryder Drug Test
- Pass a Ryder Background and Motor vehicle check including Drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last 3 years
- Pass a DOT physical
- Pass a Ryder road test
- Provide appropriate CDL and endorsements for the position
- Must have Class A verifiable experience in a tractor trailer or comparable vehicle:
- 9 months experience within the past 3 years, OR
- 2 years’ experience within the last 5 years, OR
- 5 years’ experience within the last 10 years
- Ability to follow written and/or oral instructions
- Ability to read, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations policies and/or procedures
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.
Responsibilities
- Ensuring compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standards and guidelines
- Detecting and eliminating or minimizing safety hazards Maintaining accurate records and logs
- Loading/Unloading freight or assisting in the loading/unloading of freight if required by customer
- Performs other duties as assigned
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.
Posted Date 3 weeks ago (2/25/2026 3:03 PM)
Requisition ID 2
Primary State/Province IL
Primary City Harvard
Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 60033
Category Drivers Regional/OTR Solo
Employment Type Regular-Full time
Travel Requirements Driver
Position Code 1000998
