Fleet Manager

Savannah Logistics Group•Savannah, GA

About The Position

Savannah Logistics Group is hiring a Savannah Local Fleet Manager for its team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused operation. The role coordinates freight loads and driver schedules, monitors deliveries, manages shipment and driver records, and communicates with customers, drivers, and the customer service and operations teams. The Fleet Manager also addresses delivery disruptions, applies corrective actions for driver safety events or operational discrepancies, and ensures compliance with local, state, and federal requirements. Offers are contingent upon a criminal background check and drug screen.

Requirements

Five or more years of related experience.
Ability to handle multiple spreadsheets.
Ability to make quick decisions under pressure.
Experience with Navis Port System is required.
Excellent communication with drivers and the office team.
Excellent management and supervisory skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
Offers are contingent upon a criminal background check and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Accurately track and enter data into TMS and Port Pro.
Work with the CSR to manage and schedule customer loads.
Offer loads to drivers and set up schedules in conjunction with the operations team.
Monitor load progress to ensure timely delivery.
Develop solutions to delivery-schedule problems, including vehicle breakdowns, weather, and traffic.
Maintain communications with customers, drivers, and customer service.
Alert concerned parties to potential deviations from shipment estimated arrival times.
Review driver safety events daily and apply corrective actions directly with drivers; address operational discrepancies directly with drivers.
Enter delivery instructions, driver settlements, and records maintenance information into Port Pro as needed.
Maintain records of freight movement and delivery receipts.
Review and approve driver settlement records and driver pay.
Review and process paperwork received from drivers.
Optimize chassis utilization and monitor container locations to minimize demurrage and per diem charges caused by delayed pickups or deliveries.
Build relationships and communicate with drivers to provide excellent service, resolve problems, and support customer satisfaction.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned.