Delivery Manager - Dallas, TX

Johnson Brothers Liquor Company; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

Johnson Brothers Maverick Beverage in Texas is seeking a Delivery Manager to direct and oversee delivery operations, fleet resources, and DOT compliance for a growing distribution network.

You will lead delivery personnel, manage routing and scheduling, ensure vehicle maintenance, complete DVIRs, coordinate with vendors, and travel to cross-dock locations across the state.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery personnel and assist with discrepancies and/or complaints
• Understand tractor/trailer vehicle components (Pre/Post trip damage/ on-route issues)
• DVIR being done properly
• Ensuring maintenance is completed timely
• Approve quotes as required for the company owned fleet
• Assists with transportation activities such as dispatching, routing, and tracking using OT1 and SAMSARA
• Regular travel to cross dock locations throughout state
• Manage, Inspect, and maintain fleet up to D.O.T/ FMCSA/Johnson Brothers standards
• Manage driver’s D.O.T compliance guidelines using the J.J. Keller site
• Arranging repairs and routine maintenance (PM’s, day-to-day issues)
• Maintaining and completing accurate records (H.O.S, DVIR, Delivery paperwork)
• Ensuring that all drivers/operators have the correct and up to date qualifications.
• Scheduling and organizing team members day to day/overtime activities
• Maintain fleet properly registered and maintained with state and local regulations
• Gather and compare vendor information (pricing, response time, etc.)
• Troubleshoot and provide solutions for any delivery discrepancy or unit breakdowns
• Inspect fleet for proper D.O.T decals and state registrations
• Maintain breakage to a minimum
• Assess training needs/ facilitate on-going training to ensure driver and delivery effectiveness
• Handle employee issues including but not limited to job duties, scheduling, and discipline
• Familiar with transit and shipping guidelines
• Check routes nightly for maximum route planning
• Implement plans to increase output, customer efficiency, and profit
• Always be DOT ready

Job description

Looking for a rewarding career? Johnson Brothers Maverick Beverage is a leading family-owned distributor of wine, spirits, and beer, delivering exceptional service since 1953. We proudly represent the world’s top beverage brands and are committed to excellence, innovation, and growth. Johnson Brothers offers exciting opportunities in a variety of areas. Join our passionate team and help shape the future of the beverage industry!

Job Description:

Victory Wine Group was established in 2015 as an innovative solution for wineries and distillers in Texas. In January 2023, Victory Wine Group became Maverick Beverage Company of Texas and in 2025 we became Johnson Brothers Maverick of Texas. As an importer and distributor of fine wines and craft spirits based in Texas, we represent a high-quality, diversified collection of wines and spirits from around the world, many of which are family-owned and operated.

Location: 4087 E Ledbetter Dr, Dallas, TX 75241

Pay: $95-105k annual compensation

Benefits (must be Full-Time for most benefits):

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Delivery managers are responsible for directing and overseeing delivery-related operations within an organization to include managing the fleet resources.

Duties

• Manage delivery personnel and assist with discrepancies and/or complaints
• Understand tractor/ trailer vehicle components (Pre/Post trip damage/ on-route issues)
• DVIR being done properly
• Ensuring maintenance is completed timely
• Approve quotes as required for the company owned fleet
• Assists with transportation activities such as dispatching, routing, and tracking using OT1 and SAMSARA
• Regular travel to cross dock locations throughout state
• Manage, Inspect, and maintain fleet up to D.O.T/ FMCSA/Johnson Brothers standards
• Manage driver’s D.O.T compliance guidelines using the J.J. Keller site
• Arranging repairs and routine maintenance (PM’s, day-to-day issues)
• Maintaining and completing accurate records (H.O.S, DVIR, Delivery paperwork)
• Ensuring that all drivers/operators have the correct and up to date qualifications.
• Scheduling and organizing team members day to day/overtime activities
• Maintain fleet properly registered and maintained with state and local regulations
• Gather and compare vendor information (pricing, response time, etc.)
• Troubleshoot and provide solutions for any delivery discrepancy or unit breakdowns
• Inspect fleet for proper D.O.T decals and state registrations
• Maintain breakage to a minimum
• Assess training needs/ facilitate on-going training to ensure driver and delivery effectiveness
• Handle employee issues including but not limited to job duties, scheduling, and discipline
• Familiar with transit and shipping guidelines
• Check routes nightly for maximum route planning
• Implement plans to increase output, customer efficiency, and profit
• Always be DOT ready

Worker Sub-Type: Regular Time Type: Full time Johnson Brothers is a third-generation, family-owned wine, beer, and spirits distributor founded in 1953 by Lynn Johnson in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Guided by its founding values of work ethic, teamwork, excellence, innovation, passion, and integrity, the company partners with top-tier suppliers to deliver a world-class portfolio and exceptional service to customers across 25 states. The company was recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies for three consecutive years (2023–2025).

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