Fleet Supervisor

Dollar General • Zanesville, OH

10d

About The Position

The Fleet Operations Supervisor ensures seamless transportation operations across all shifts, providing leadership and support to drivers, the distribution center, and the Store Support Center (SSC). The role is responsible for dispatching, store communications, driver safety and compliance, and promoting a culture of operational excellence and safety.

The supervisor oversees daily and after-hours transportation operations, including dispatch, store deliveries, and reverse logistics. The position also manages driver training, retention, time at home, load optimization, equipment usage, and performance metrics. It responds to driver emergencies and load issues, monitors satellite communications, reports late deliveries, plans swaps, completes required reports, and maintains effective use of the driver management system.

The role requires 10% travel. A bachelor’s degree in business or logistics is preferred, or equivalent experience. A current CDL is preferred and must be maintained if held.

Requirements

• Proven leadership in transportation operations.
• In-depth knowledge of FMCSA and DOT regulations and the CSA program.
• Proficient written and verbal communication, listening, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and strong planning and organizational skills.
• Understanding of driver logs, hours of service, and vehicle safety inspections.
• Proficient in transportation optimization software and MS Office.
• Ability to function in a high-stress environment.
• Knowledge of US geography.
• 1–3 years in transportation operations for a retailer, manufacturing company, major carrier, or logistics company.
• Experience managing 20–40+ drivers.
• A current CDL is preferred and must be maintained.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in business or logistics, or equivalent experience.
• On-site driver management experience.
• Experience with satellite dispatch systems such as McLeod, TMW, Telogis, Dispatch Tracks, or AS400.
• Current CDL.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily and after-hours transportation operations, including dispatch, store deliveries, and reverse logistics.
• Ensure FMCSA and DOT compliance, driver safety, and legal operations.
• Build strong relationships with drivers through regular communication and quarterly face-to-face meetings.
• Manage driver training, retention, time at home, load optimization, equipment usage, and performance metrics such as idle reduction and mpg improvement.
• Respond to driver emergencies, resolve load issues such as overweight loads and paperwork problems, and maintain nightly issue logs.
• Monitor satellite communications, report late deliveries, and plan swaps as needed.
• Complete required reports and maintain effective use of the driver management system.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager