Driver Manager

Bob's Discount Furniture • Macon, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Driver Manager is responsible for leading transportation and driver operations while ensuring full compliance with DOT regulations, company policies, and safety standards. This role oversees company-owned and leased equipment, driver performance, yard and terminal operations, and coordination with internal and external partners to ensure timely, safe, and cost-effective delivery of goods. The Driver Manager plays a critical role in maintaining regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and a high-performing driver workforce.

Requirements

• Deep working knowledge of DOT rules, Hours of Service (HOS), and transportation regulations.
• Ability to ensure continuous driver, equipment, and operational compliance.
• Experience managing audits, compliance issues, and corrective action plans.
• Proficiency with MS Office and transportation-related systems.
• Experience using ELD systems, video safety software, and other fleet management tools.
• Associate degree or equivalent experience (10+ years of CDL or transportation experience may be considered in lieu of a degree).
• Previous supervisory or management experience in transportation, logistics, or fleet operations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of DOT HOS rules and transportation regulations.
• Working knowledge of geographic service areas and route planning.
• Understanding of labor laws and company policy compliance.

Nice To Haves

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities in time-sensitive situations.
• Effective communication and collaboration across operations, shipping, and store teams.
• Ability to interpret data and trends to improve fleet performance.
• Leadership presence with a safety-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Leading transportation and driver operations.
• Ensuring full compliance with DOT regulations, company policies, and safety standards.
• Overseeing company-owned and leased equipment.
• Managing driver performance.
• Managing yard and terminal operations.
• Coordinating with internal and external partners to ensure timely, safe, and cost-effective delivery of goods.
• Maintaining regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and a high-performing driver workforce.
• Evaluating fleet needs, equipment condition, and operational trends.
• Coordinating maintenance for company-owned equipment and leased assets.
• Managing trucking terminal operations, dispatching concepts, and yard management.
• Planning routes, scheduling, and managing vehicle movement across locations.
• Meeting shipping timelines and delivery requirements.
• Coordinating inter-store transfer (IST) schedules with shipping and store operations.
• Coordinating with third-party vendors to ensure equipment availability and service levels.
• Managing outsourced lease and maintenance obligations.
• Recruiting, hiring, training, evaluating, and developing drivers.
• Handling performance management, promotions, and corrective actions.
• Managing payroll processing, employee reviews, and labor-related matters.
• Managing transportation costs while maintaining service quality.
• Improving logistics efficiency and operational workflows.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment.
• No person shall be discriminated against or harassed because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, veteran or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state or local law.
• Accommodation requests can be made by contacting [email protected].

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree