Driver Manager - Humble

Living Spaces•Humble, TX

3d•$66,375 - $88,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Driver will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Living Spaces Driver operations. Will create work schedules, transportation routes for drivers to pick up and drop containers to assigned locations. Will manage the maintenance and repair of the company vehicles to ensure that these vehicles are in safe and working order.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B. A. or B. S.) or equivalent from four-year college in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics or related field.
5 years of experience in transportation, fleet or logistics environment.
3 years of experience in a leadership role in a high-performance organization managing a sizable fleet operation and/or supply chain organization.
Must have current working knowledge of relevant equipment, regulations, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, and DOT compliant operation for the protection of our team, data and property.
Proficient in Microsoft 365 including, Excel, Word, and SharePoint.
Class A License

Responsibilities

Work closely with load planning to keep the drivers under dispatches that minimize delays and fully utilize the drivers’ time
Work closely with safety & risk team to swiftly respond to any accident or incident.
Route drivers in for scheduled training or counseling.
Stress the importance of the coaching session with the driver
Work closely with safety & risk to proactively manage all compliance related functions
Ensure all compliance measurements are met, provide reporting and guidance on ways to improve (CSA Score, Accidents, Injuries, Inspections, etc.)
Partner with the Director on the purchase of vehicles needed to expand or enhance the fleet
Schedule all regular maintenance on vehicles including ordering urgent or emergency repairs as needed
Manage vehicle licensure and registration
Providing reports to management on budgeting, schedules, maintenance and fleet progress
Developing methods to decrease cost and improve efficiency
In collaboration with other managers, develop and implement policies, procedures, goals, and objectives for transportation operations
Manage multi-site activities including driver performance, safety, compliance in accordance with DOT regulations
Monitors driver’s activity throughout the day to ensure deliveries are completed, productivity and safety measures are achieved, and any and all issues are resolved before the end of the day
Provide excellent leadership to a group of our hardworking drivers in a fast- paced environment
Build trusting relationships with drivers and make the most productive use of their available hours of service to deliver
Accountable for fielding calls from drivers and working one-on-one to solve problems with creative solutions
Develop and execute the company’s business strategies in order to attain the goals of the board and shareholders.
Provide strategic advice so direct reports will have accurate view of the market and the company’s future.
Prepare and implement comprehensive business plans to facilitate.
Ensure company policies and legal guidelines are communicated all the way from the top down in the company and that they are followed at all times.
Communicate and maintain trust relationships with shareholders, business partners, and authorities.
Able to delegate the responsibilities and supervise the work of direct reports providing guidance and motivation to drive maximum performance.