Driver Manager

Schneider National, Inc.; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 67,700 - 84,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) savings plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Results-based incentive pay program

Job summary

Schneider National, Inc. is looking for a Driver Manager in Kent, WA to oversee customer freight delivery through effective driver management. The role requires balancing customer and driver needs while ensuring adherence to company policies.

You will be responsible for performance management and coaching of drivers, managing payroll, and collaborating with teams to improve business outcomes. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is preferred, along with strong problem-solving and communication skills. Benefits include medical insurance, 401(k) plan, and an incentive pay program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Able to work collaboratively with a variety of teams.

Responsibilities

• Make safety-conscious decisions ensuring compliance.
• Balance customer, driver, and business needs.
• Provide continuous coaching to drivers.
• Manage driver payroll and home time.
• Collaborate to improve retention and drive business.

Skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Critical thinking skills

Collaborative work

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Job description

Job Title: Driver Manager

Job Number: 261846

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 5 a.m.-2 p.m. (1st Shift)

Primary Location

Kent, WA

Job Overview

Schneider is seeking a Driver Manager in Kent, WA to ensure successful execution of customer freight delivery through effective driver management. 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 continuous, structured, and proactive performance management and coaching to drivers.
• Manage driver payroll and home time.
• Collaborate with various teams to identify and implement creative solutions to improve retention and drive business.

Skills and qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 2 years of equivalent work experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Able to work collaboratively with a variety of teams, both internally and externally.

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.
• Starting salary is $67,700 - $84,600 per year based on experience.

EEO Statement

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.