Driver Manager

Schneider National, Inc.; Kearny (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Driver Manager to lead a team of truck drivers in Kearny. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety policies, providing excellent customer service, and managing driver payroll. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to work collaboratively with various teams. The company offers a supportive environment that values diversity and innovation, making this an exciting opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in logistics and transportation management.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Company-paid Life Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Results-based Incentive Pay Program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills are essential.
• Good problem-solving abilities and teamwork skills required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Provide direction to drivers and manage payroll.
• Collaborate with teams to improve driver retention.

Skills

Written Communication

Oral Communication

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Welcome to Schneider! Thank you for your interest in a career with us.

Job Description - Team Leader - Driver (251024)

Job Number:

251024 - Full-time Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Job overview:

Schneider is seeking a Driver Manager in Kearny to provide leadership to a group of truck drivers through fielding phone calls and working to solve problems. The Driver Manager will act as a link between the business, our drivers and customers.

Responsibilities:

• Make safety-conscious decisions that ensure compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Balance the needs of our customers, drivers and the business.
• Provide direction to drivers and ensure excellent customer service.
• Manage driver payroll and home time.
• Collaborate with various teams to identify and implement creative solutions to improve retention.

Skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Have strong written and oral communication skills.
• Good at problem solving.
• Able to work with a variety of teams.

Pay and benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Results-based incentive pay program where you can earn above and beyond your base pay.

Our history has taught us that treating everyone with dignity and respect is vital to our ongoing success. We embrace and seek out diversity that is inclusive of thought, race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, age, religion, sexual orientation, ability, medical condition, veteran or military status, experience and background. This diversity and openness ensures all associates have equal access to opportunities and resources to contribute fully to the organization's success, and it fuels innovation, improves strategic thinking and cultivates leadership.

Any applicant may request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by contacting their Recruiter, Human Resources Business Partner, and/or Human Resources Leave Administration.

Primary Location

Building Location Address: 26 Pennsylvania Ave, Kearny, NJ, 07032