Senior Transportation Fleet Manager

The Sr. Fleet Manager is a key operations link between the organization, drivers, and customers. The Sr. Fleet Manger coaches and mentors a group of experienced drivers and achieves specific customer service and key company goals. This role ensures optimal fleet performance, regulatory compliance, cost control, and safety. The Sr Fleet Manager leads a team of drivers, collaborates with internal departments, and manages relationships to deliver efficient transportation solutions. The Sr. Fleet Manager will coordinate and communicate with customers related to the fleet activity to maximize utilization of drivers and company assets. The Sr. Fleet Manager may engage in planning activities as well with customer engagement. This position is a higher-level fleet management position with complex scope and responsibility. Resposibilities Manage Dedicated Fleet of Professional Drivers Manage daily fleet operations including scheduling, dispatching, and maintenance. ⁠Ensure vehicles are regularly inspected, serviced, and compliant with safety standards. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal transportation regulations. Monitor fuel consumption and implement cost-saving initiatives. Assist in Managing messaging for overall operations. Responsible for Service Failures (Driver, Dispatch, Planning), Communication, Equipment, Utilization, Driver Turnover, Fuel (MPG, out of network, idle time of equipment, out of route miles), Safety (Safety Initiative, Accidents, Worker’s Comp, Random Drug), Maintenance (PM Services, Equipment Inspections) Track and trace the trucks in the morning and through the day. Track and manage home time requests in accordance with accounts expectations. Maintain positive and productive communication with drivers to deliver on time, prevent service failures, and reduce turnover. Receive ETAs and PTAs and manage throughout the day. Receive confirmations of load assignments. Develop an effective working relationship with assigned professional drivers and understand the needs and performance of each professional driver. Communicate and establish expectations for performance, conduct, and safety, and provide ongoing feedback for the professional driver. Monitor and trace loads so that follow-up can be made to customers regarding late pickups and/or deliveries, as well as any other load changes that may occur. Work with other internal departments to resolve customer or company issues when necessary. Follow established procedures and best practices to ensure consistency and quality. Manage Driver PM Schedules for both tractor and trailers. Assist drivers with payroll needs, Advances, Fuel issues. Respond to all driver messages in a timely manner. Accurately update AS400 data Knowledge, Skills, and Abilties Ability to manage large or multiple fleets across the organization. Ability to demonstrate a high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Products Must be able to effectively communicate verbally, in writing, and electronically. Knowledge of DOT regulations and Driver HOS necessary Ability to work in a fast paced and always changing environment. Ability to manage people effectively. Ability to be self-motivated and work unsupervised Education/Experience High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related experience in Business, Logistics or other closely related field is preferred. AS400 experience is preferred but not required. 2–5 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or account management. Competitive Compensation We believe in rewarding excellence. Our compensation approach balances market-based salary ranges with individual performance, experience, and tenure ensuring your pay is fair, competitive, and aligned with your growth. The posted range reflects the full pay band for the position. The expected pay range below represents where most candidates are hired, based on experience, skills, and internal equity. Candidates with more extensive or hig…

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