Driver Operations & Safety Manager

Cox Transportation Logistics LLC; Oakdale (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cox Transportation Logistics LLC is seeking a Driver Manager to lead and optimize our fleet operations. You will coordinate freight bookings, assign loads to drivers, and drive revenue through efficient routing and performance monitoring.

You will monitor driver performance, ensure on-time delivery, and maintain compliant payroll and timecard processes, while fostering strong driver relationships and safety culture across the organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in road transportation operations, fleet management or logistics coordination.
• Knowledge of transportation planning, shipping/receiving and supply chain basics.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and dispatch software; familiarity with TMW.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and DOT safety regulation understanding.

Responsibilities

• Books freight from customers and assigns load for drivers.
• Monitor, track, and communicate with drivers via phone, GPS systems and other tools.
• Ensure on-time delivery performance and address disruptions.
• Audit, review, and approve driver timecards and payroll data.
• Maintain payroll records and resolve driver pay inquiries.
• Promote safe operations and ensure DOT and Hours of Service (HOS) compliance.
• Serve as liaison between drivers and customers and build relationships.
• Address driver concerns, payroll inquiries, and operational issues in a timely manner.
• Maintain payroll documents and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Fleet management

Logistics coordination

Transportation planning

Communication skills

DOT regulations knowledge

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Driver communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Dispatch software

TMW

Job description

Cox Transportation Logistics LLC is seeking a Driver Manager to lead and optimize our fleet operations. You will coordinate freight bookings, assign loads to drivers, and drive revenue through efficient routing and performance monitoring.

You will monitor driver performance, ensure on-time delivery, and maintain compliant payroll and timecard processes, while fostering strong driver relationships and safety culture across the organization.