Driver Manager

PS Logistics, LLC; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Driver Manager to oversee daily operations of their dedicated fleet. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a team of drivers, ensuring safety and productivity while navigating the complexities of the trucking industry. With a commitment to cutting-edge technology and driver satisfaction, this position allows you to make a significant impact on logistics operations. Join a forward-thinking company that values excellence and offers a dynamic work environment where your leadership can shine.

Qualifications

• Degree in Logistics or related field or relevant experience.
• Proficient in dispatch software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily activities of drivers and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Communicate ETAs and assign work to drivers using McLeod software.

Skills

Communication Skills

Detail Orientation

Interpersonal Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Logistics or Supply Chain

1-3 years of experience in dispatch or fleet management

Tools

McLeod Software

Job description

Founded in 2004, P&S Transportation is one of the fastest growing flatbed trucking operations with terminals nationwide.We are continuously expanding and improving our services through our commitment to hiring the best and brightest in the Logistics and Transportation field.By targeting experienced professionals, partnering with the best universities and recruiting straight from the top programs in logistics and operations, we support our vision to be on the cutting edge of transportation.Our goal is to stay ahead through our emphasis on driver satisfaction and retention, cutting edge technology, offering creative solutions, customer partnerships and smarter people than our competition.Our business is growing exponentially and we require the best to help us continue on our path of success.Join our team and be a part of the future of the industry.

We are continuously expanding and improving our services through our commitment to hiring the best and brightest in the Logistics and Transportation field. By targeting experienced professionals, partnering with the best universities, and recruiting straight from the top programs in logistics and operations, we support our vision to be on the cutting edge of transportation.

Job Description

We are looking for a Driver Manager to manage the daily activity of our driver personnel. If you are looking for a career that gives you the opportunity to be a GREAT manager for our GREAT fleet, this is the perfect job for you!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities, include but are not limited to:

• Communicate ETAs with load planners
• Utilize McLeod, which is our operating software, to assign work to drivers all over the country
• Direct the daily activities of drivers to designated territories or dedicated operations in accordance with company policies, procedures, and business objectives
• Providing drivers with guidance on complying with any applicable local, state and federal statutes regulating the trucking industry.
• Ensure that drivers are safe, productive, and deliver on-time to our customers.
• Counseling drivers and assisting them with over the road issues
• Assist drivers with keeping important documents up to date such as driver’s license renewal, random drug tests and physicals

Qualifications

• Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or any related field or 1-3 years of experience in dispatch or fleet management
• Proficient experience with truck dispatch software
• Microsoft Office knowledge
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Must be detail oriented and have a great interpersonal skills

Additional Information

This job is a salary position with no guarantees for career progression. This does not mean that you will not be considered for other positions or opportunities.

PS Logistics complies with all applicable equal employment laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act. Qualified individuals with a disability may request reasonable accommodation from the company.