Driver Recruiting Manager

Auto Driveaway Transport Logistics; Illinois; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Auto DriveawaySystems, LLC is seeking a Driver Recruiting Manager to lead a team of recruiters responsible for hiring professional drivers across asset types, including DOT and CDL qualified resources.

You will develop screening practices, collaborate with Operations, HR and Marketing, drive driver engagement, provide reporting, and expand our driver pool nationwide while prioritizing safety and customer experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of recruiting experience for drivers and full lifecycle recruitment knowledge of laws.
• Proven leadership and management of a geographically dispersed team.
• Strong background in transportation, logistics or related fields.
• Knowledge of transportation regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and email.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Driver Recruiters sourcing professional drivers for all asset types, including DOT and CDL qualified resources.
• Develop and implement screening procedures; conduct interviews to onboard top driver candidates.
• Coordinate with regional offices to meet forecasted driver needs and projects.
• Develop driver utilization metrics to keep safe drivers engaged and productive.
• Establish a driver engagement platform to reinforce culture, safety, and customer service.
• Collaborate with Safety and Compliance on onboarding and training processes.
• Explore traditional and non-traditional recruiting methods to grow the driver pool.
• Provide reporting and analytics to key stakeholders.
• Work with Operations, HR and Marketing to drive candidate traffic to applications.

Skills

Leadership

Recruiting

People management

Communication

Sourcing

Cold calling

Data analysis

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Looking for the ability to make an impact as a key part of a dedicated, diverse, and growing company? If so, Auto DriveawaySystems, LLC and its family of driveaway companies is seeking an energetic, safety-focused, and passionate Driver Recruiting Manager to lead a talented team of recruiters charged with hiring and staffing drivers for one of the largest professional driveaway companies in the United States.

Auto Driveaway is a leading national provider of professional vehicle relocation services. Auto Driveaway primarily serves large corporate fleets, fleet management companies, upfitters, dealerships and vehicle OEMs with fast, safe, and reliable door-to-door driveaway and trucked transportation service nationwide. Services include fleet shipping and fleet management services; single vehicle “door-to-door driveaway” shipping; expedited shipping; enclosed carrier shipping for high-value vehicles; international (overseas) shipping; short-term and long-term vehicle storage; licensing, titling, and registration of vehicles; and vehicle maintenance and reconditioning services.

A large, diverse, engaged professional driver network is essential to business operations and customer experience. Moving tens of thousands of assets each year, from cars to Class 8 trucks to specialized equipment, having highly trained, safety-conscious drivers ensures we get assets delivered on time, as promised. Our drivers are our most important resources and to keep the wheels turning, we are looking for a great leader to continue the momentum and take the team to the next level!

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Driver Recruiters responsible for sourcing professional drivers for all asset types, including but not limited to DOT and CDL qualified resources
• Develop and implement best practices to screen applications; conduct phone and/or in-person interviews to determine the most qualified driver candidates to be presented and onboarded into the driver pool
• Engage with internal stakeholders to ensure driver population reflects forecasted volume and specific projects, including holding regional recruitment initiatives to meet business needs
• Develop driver utilization metrics to keep safe drivers busy and rewarded
• Establish a driver engagement platform to drive corporate culture, customer service excellence and inclusion across a geographically dispersed network
• Partner with the Safety and Compliance team on driver onboarding and training processes
• Explore new and innovative recruiting opportunities to grow the driver population across all segments, including DOT and CDL drivers, through the use of traditional and non-traditional techniques such as cold-calling, direct sourcing, networking, job fairs, employment agencies, internet searches, postings, etc.
• Be an active participant and contribute to driver recruitment initiatives and communicate proactively and consistently with business partners
• Collaborate with 40 Field Offices on driver recruitment activities and strategies
• Provide requested reporting and analytics
• In conjunction with key functional groups such as Operations, Human Resources and Marketing, utilize various social media methods to deliver and drive candidate traffic to our website and application channels
• Grow Auto Driveaway’s reputation as the driveaway company of choice across the United States

Required Qualifications

• College degree required
• 5+ years of recruiting experience, with proven mastery of the full life cycle of recruitment for drivers, recruiting practices, processes and procedures including relevant Federal and State laws
• Proven leadership and management ability, with experience overseeing a geographically dispersed team
• Strong background in transportation, logistics or related fields
• Knowledge of transportation regulations and compliance requirements
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• High energy, enthusiasm and drive for achieving results
• Passionate about safety and customer experience
• Ability to conduct cold calls, research-based sourcing and internet and web-based recruiting
• Proficiency with email and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Project planning and project management skills
• Data analysis and/or report building experience
• Ability to multi task and work in a fast-paced environment, recognizing a sense of urgency and self-motivation
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record (MVR) required

Auto Driveaway participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.

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