Fleet Manager

URS Group•Green Oak Charter Township, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

United Road is the largest finished vehicle logistics company in North America. We move new and used vehicles for OEMs, dealerships, auctions, and fleet operators across the continent. We do it through company drivers, owner-operators, and thousands of third-party carriers in our Haully network. Our pillars are simple: Expertise, Partnership, and being Ever-Present for our customers and carriers. This role lives the Partnership pillar every day. The Fleet Manager will provide leadership and direction to the personnel domiciled at a terminal of approximately 1 to 25 employees and contractors who support, coordinate and deliver a large volume of vehicles per year. This role is accountable for the terminal’s revenue, day-to-day operations, staff management, customer communication and satisfaction, safety and regulatory compliance, equipment maintenance and inventory. The position will work closely with regional and corporate leaders, customers, vendors, professional car haulers, and other internal employees. All functions of this position are critical for the company to maintain a competitive edge and maximize profitability.

Requirements

Leadership and negotiation skills
People management skills
Process improvement skills
Strong analytical, diagnostic and problem solving skills
Proficient or advanced computer skills; ability to use window based software to enter order information
Safety-centered, positive work ethic
Ability to create and maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner which facilitates the success of business operations in order to meet company demands and expectations
Ability to evaluate alternatives in order to make the best overall decisions based on KPI metrics, service requirements, economical factors, customer relations, and driver needs
Ability to assist in creation and adherence to financial budget
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of organization
Ability to remain calm and professional in a stressful environment
Strong skill base and comfort with technology including Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, and routing or dispatching systems.
Knowledge of DOT & FMCSA Regulations

Nice To Haves

College Degree with at least one (1) year of management experience in the transportation industry preferred, or 3-5 years of transportation leadership experience

Responsibilities

Ensure proper staffing of terminal to fulfill all necessary work
Direct the duties of the staff and supervision of the terminal
Operate terminal efficiently by analyzing operating costs, equipment utilization, and revenue
Ensure the efficient and on-time delivery of freight; effectively problem solve customer and delivery issues
Build and maintain positive and profitable customer and vendor relationships
Respond to emergency situations
Advocate and maintain a strong commitment to safety; oversee all safety requirements for terminal including Hours-Of-Service and all DOT requirements, worker injury reports, and accidents
Oversee the recruiting, hiring, performance management, goal setting, disciplining and coaching of all drivers and employees at the terminal
Gather and disseminate information to regional and corporate leadership as it relates to staffing, inventory, budget, revenue and operational risks
Establish local procedures to ensure the safety and productivity of all stakeholders
Ensure all purchasing and accounts payables are handled in accordance with company policy
Ensure all company and OO equipment meet regularly scheduled PM intervals to help ensure maint costs stay within monthly budget.
Review all CSA violations and discipline drivers in accordance with standard directives from the Safety Dept and/or Regional Manager
Ensure all OEM inventories are accurately reflected in OVISS, and promptly resolve any discrepancies.
Actively seek means of growing revenues or increasing operational efficiencies to improve profitability of the terminal and to grow the business in size and scope