Driver Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in Operations, Planning, and/or Customer Accounts.
• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Ability to lead others.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to work in high-pressure situations in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States; the company does not sponsor employment visas.

Responsibilities

• Lead a fleet of 30 or more drivers and manage driver availability to maximize fleet productivity.
• Review Profit/Loss for the assigned area and identify ways to maximize profitability.
• Develop relationships with Driving Associates that support safety, service, equipment care, fuel performance, and retention.
• Coach drivers toward weekly mileage goals by managing home time and hours of service.
• Maximize Profit/Loss for assigned tractors.
• Collaborate with planners to assign drivers to lanes that serve both the company and the driver.
• Discuss each load and its service expectations with drivers for every plan.
• Identify improvement opportunities and provide training and coaching to help drivers reach their potential.
• Communicate safety expectations, including pre-trip inspections, following distance, and route conditions.
• Ensure payroll accuracy for assigned drivers.
• Provide timely and meaningful in-person reviews for each Driving Associate.
• Track freight to its final destination to ensure on-time delivery.
• Work with sales and account teams to ensure customers have current information.
• Assist others in achieving the organization's objectives.

Benefits

• Potential bonus pay based on company performance.
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to local communities.
• 401(k).
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, supplemental, and life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Employee stock purchase plan.