Driver Manager (Tue - Fri; 2PM - 2AM)

TAGG Logistics/Hub Group•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Driver Manager (DM) is a key leadership position responsible for managing 30–35 company drivers and overseeing the day-to-day execution of the assigned driver fleet. The DM is accountable for driver performance in service, safety, utilization, and retention, and works to maintain positive employee relationships. The role includes conducting regular performance reviews and determining corrective action plans when performance falls below expectations. The DM is also expected to become proficient in Transportation Management Systems to ensure timely and accurate data. The position works Tuesday through Friday, from 2 PM to 2 AM. Salary is up to $55,000 per year in base salary, with bonus eligibility. The stated salary is an estimate and may change based on factors including skills, experience, education, market factors, location, budget, and demand.

Requirements

Strong leadership skills.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, including change management.
Self-starter and highly motivated individual.

Responsibilities

Manage driver performance by setting expectations, conducting regular reviews, and implementing corrective action processes, up to and including termination when needed.
Oversee drivers’ safety and regulatory performance and implement corrective action plans for drivers below goal.
Resolve issues with assigned drivers.
Support driver retention.
Ensure drivers comply with FMCSA regulations, including hours of service, random drug testing, and proper licensing and endorsements.
Train and mentor drivers on proper use of tools and systems, including Omnitracs, document scanning, and payroll processes.
Track and manage driver schedules, including planned time off, holiday pay compliance, and vacations.
Resolve driver payroll discrepancies, including authorizing additional accessorial and hourly pay when appropriate.
Manage driver utilization to help achieve targeted levels and work with load planners to improve driver productivity.
Ensure drivers execute assigned work.
Enforce understanding of and compliance with company policies and procedures, including the Code of Conduct.
Contribute to an atmosphere of trust and teamwork that values employee contributions and supports a high-performance culture.
Support load planning in the replanning and recovery of loads.
Continue working until driver issues are resolved for the day or a proper handoff has been made.
Monitor deliveries and pickups for service failures and proactively alert load planning and carrier management about loads at risk of failure.