Driver Manager: Lead, Coach & Optimize Fleet Ops

Schneider National, Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 62,000 - 77,000; 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 paid holidays.

Results-based incentive pay program

Job summary

Schneider is seeking a Driver Manager in Elwood, IL 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.

The role is based in Elwood, Illinois and involves coordinating driver payroll, home time, and performance coaching to optimize delivery success. The position supports a collaborative, safety-conscious team environment with competitive benefits.

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.

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

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Advanced problem solving and critical

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Schneider is seeking a Driver Manager in Elwood, IL 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.

The role is based in Elwood, Illinois and involves coordinating driver payroll, home time, and performance coaching to optimize delivery success. The position supports a collaborative, safety-conscious team environment with competitive benefits.