Fleet Manager

World Group•Minneapolis, MN

About The Position

ContainerPort Group, a World Group company, is seeking a Fleet Manager for its growing Minneapolis, Minnesota terminal. The Fleet Manager serves as the link between drivers and customers, building trusting relationships with owner-operators and supporting their day-to-day operations. The role is responsible for keeping the fleet committed to shipments that safely maximize productivity and provide on-time customer service. The position leads and supervises a fleet of contracted owner-operators, monitors delivery performance, profitability, and regulatory compliance, and coordinates equipment and load assignments. The Fleet Manager plans efficient deliveries, coordinates with the Customer Success team, negotiates rates outside the ICOA, resolves disputes, monitors contractor compliance, and coordinates required training.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Two to five years of intermodal/container transportation experience.
Working knowledge of DOT regulations.
Experience working with a fleet of contractors or owner-operators.
Exemplary customer service and interpersonal skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey information clearly, concisely, and with focus to customers and owner-operators.
Strategic thinking and comfort working in a fast-paced, always-on, deadline-driven environment.
Ability to prioritize effectively and accurately execute time-sensitive tasks.
Computerized dispatch skills and experience using a TMS.
Strong computer skills and experience using MS Outlook, Excel, Teams, and Word.
Alignment with ContainerPort Group’s purpose, brand promise, and core values.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and supervise a fleet of owner-operators.
Monitor and ensure effective and efficient delivery performance, fleet profitability, and regulatory compliance.
Assign equipment as needed.
Maximize the efficiency and profitability of every delivery.
Oversee fair and equitable distribution of loads among contractors.
Plan and execute delivery sequences to create efficient load drop-offs and pickups.
Accept or decline loads and coordinate with the Customer Success team.
Negotiate rates with contractors outside of the ICOA.
Develop lasting relationships with contractors to improve performance and encourage retention.
Resolve customer, terminal, and rail disputes involving contractors.
Monitor contractor compliance and use discretion to take appropriate action concerning DOT and compliance regulations, suspected controlled-substance issues, hours of service, and vehicle compliance.
Coordinate required training for the contractor fleet.

Benefits

Competitive compensation.
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
Life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Financial planning.
401(k) plan with up to 6% company match.
Paid Time Off.
Flexible work arrangements.
Internal mobility and professional development opportunities.
Tuition assistance.
Bonus eligibility.