Driving Division Manager

Fred Beans Automotive Group; Doylestown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Fred Beans Automotive Group in Doylestown, PA seeks an experienced Driving Division Manager to lead transportation and delivery operations for our Parts Distribution Center.

You will oversee driver management, dispatch, route planning, fleet coordination across multiple locations, and ensure safety, customer service and cost control.

This hands-on leadership role requires building strong teams, improving efficiency, and partnering with warehouse and sales to keep deliveries on time.

Qualifications

• Previous management experience in transportation, logistics, or distribution operations.
• Experience leading and developing teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of fleet management, dispatch operations, and route optimization.
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations and safety requirements.
• Experience managing departmental budgets and monitoring expenses.
• Excellent organizational, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to balance day-to-day operations with long-term process improvements.
• Comfortable coordinating across multiple departments and locations.
• A hands-on leadership style with a focus on accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily transportation and delivery operations across multiple warehouse and cross-dock locations.
• Lead dispatch, route planning, driver assignments, and delivery coordination.
• Ensure deliveries are completed efficiently while meeting customer expectations.
• Identify routing improvements to reduce mileage and boost productivity.
• Address delays, vehicle breakdowns, and staffing shortages.
• Coordinate with warehouse, sales, and operations management for smooth deliveries.
• Oversee delivery drivers, dispatch staff, and fleet management.
• Handle hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management.
• Promote a positive work environment focused on accountability, safety, and service.
• Partner with Fleet Manager to oversee maintenance and utilization of a fleet of 100+ delivery vehicles.
• Ensure DOT compliance and company safety policies.
• Monitor driver safety and provide coaching based on safety data.
• Investigate accidents and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate regular safety meetings and promote safe driving.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets and operating expenses.
• Monitor transportation costs like fuel and overtime.
• Analyze route performance and transportation data for improvements.
• Track KPIs such as route efficiency, cost per delivery, and driver retention.
• Implement strategies to improve efficiency while maintaining service.

Skills

Management experience

Fleet management

Dispatch operations

Route optimization

Budget management

DOT regulations

Leadership

Problem solving

Job description

Fred Beans Automotive Group is looking for an experienced and motivated Driving Division Manager to lead transportation and delivery operations for our Parts Distribution Center in Doylestown, PA.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on leader with a strong background in transportation, logistics, fleet management, or distribution operations. The ideal candidate will have experience managing large teams, improving operational efficiency, and maintaining a strong focus on safety, customer service, and cost control.

As the Driving Division Manager, you will oversee all aspects of our delivery operations, including driver management, dispatch, route planning, fleet coordination, and transportation performance across multiple warehouse locations.

What You'll Do

Transportation & Delivery Operations

• Oversee daily transportation and delivery operations across multiple warehouse and cross‑dock locations.
• Lead dispatch operations, including route planning, driver assignments, and delivery coordination.
• Ensure deliveries are completed efficiently while meeting customer expectations.
• Identify opportunities to improve routing, reduce unnecessary mileage, and maximize productivity.
• Address operational challenges, including delivery delays, vehicle breakdowns, and staffing shortages.
• Work closely with warehouse, sales, and operations management to ensure smooth coordination of deliveries.
• Oversee transportation personnel, including delivery drivers, dispatch staff, and fleet management.
• Manage hiring, onboarding, training, employee development, and performance management.
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels and driver coverage across routes and shifts.
• Provide ongoing leadership, coaching, and support to department supervisors and team members.
• Promote a positive work environment focused on accountability, professionalism, safety, and customer service.

Fleet Management & Safety

• Partner with the Fleet Manager to oversee the maintenance, readiness, and utilization of a fleet of 100+ delivery vehicles.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company safety policies.
• Monitor driver safety performance, including Lytx safety alerts, and provide appropriate coaching and follow‑up.
• Investigate accidents, vehicle damage, and safety incidents, implementing corrective actions when necessary.
• Coordinate regular safety meetings and promote safe driving practices throughout the division.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets, operating expenses, and financial forecasts.
• Monitor transportation costs, including fuel, overtime, mileage, and vehicle expenses.
• Analyze route performance and operational data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Track key performance indicators, including route efficiency, cost per delivery, productivity, and driver retention.
• Implement strategies to improve efficiency while maintaining excellent customer service.

What We're Looking For

• Previous management experience in transportation, logistics, distribution, delivery operations, or a related field.
• Experience leading and developing teams in a fast‑paced operational environment.
• Strong understanding of fleet management, dispatch operations, and route optimization.
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations and transportation safety requirements.
• Experience managing departmental budgets, monitoring expenses, and improving operational performance.
• Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to balance day‑to‑day operational demands with long‑term planning and process improvements.
• Comfortable working with multiple departments and managing operations across several locations.
• A hands‑on leadership style with a focus on accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Why Join Fred Beans?

Fred Beans Automotive Group is a well‑established, family‑owned automotive organization with a strong presence throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

As our Driving Division Manager, you'll have the opportunity to lead an essential part of our parts distribution operations, develop a large team, and make a direct impact on efficiency, safety, and customer satisfaction.