Fleet Manager (Dedicated)

Koch Companies; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 64,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

HSA and FSA options

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Company-paid life Insurance

Job summary

Koch Companies in Minneapolis is seeking a Fleet Manager (Dedicated) to coordinate freight planning, driver assignments, and equipment utilization for a Dedicated Trucking division. You will maximize driver and fleet productivity, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver exceptional service to customers.

You will serve as a key contact for drivers and support day-to-day operational success and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service and relationship-building abilities.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Conflict resolution skills with professionalism and patience.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and high emotional intelligence.
• Knowledge of transportation operations and DOT regulations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and assign loads to maximize driver and equipment utilization while meeting customer expectations.
• Monitor driver hours of service and ensure compliance with DOT regulations and company policies.
• Manage driver schedules, home time requests, and mileage expectations.
• Coordinate scheduled truck maintenance with the Maintenance Department.
• Track high-security shipments and ensure compliance with company requirements.
• Respond to driver, customer, and supplier inquiries.
• Coordinate appointments with customers, brokers, shippers, and consignees.
• Collaborate with internal teams to optimize equipment utilization and operational performance.
• Manage driver payroll-related items, including advances, layovers, and non-driving pay.
• Communicate driver status changes to Safety, Payroll, Maintenance, and other departments.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and support to direct reports while fostering employee development and engagement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Customer service

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

MS Office proficiency

Emotional intelligence

DOT regulations knowledge

Job description

We're looking for a Fleet Manager (Dedicated) to join our team! In this role, you'll coordinate freight planning, driver assignments, and equipment utilization for a Dedicated Trucking division. You'll help maximize driver and fleet productivity, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver exceptional service to both internal and external customers. You'll serve as a key point of contact for drivers while supporting day-to-day operational success and customer satisfaction.

Hiring Range

Starting at $64,000 - $70,000+ (negotiable based on experience)

Location

Corporate Office, on site

Schedule

1st shift

Who You Are

You are a highly organized and customer-focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You enjoy building strong relationships, solving problems, and balancing multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail. You communicate effectively, make sound decisions under pressure, and are motivated by helping drivers and customers succeed. Experience in transportation operations, dispatching, or fleet management will help you excel in this role.

Why Work for Us

• Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, and more
• Free online healthcare and mental healthcare upon hire
• 401(k) with company match
• Six paid holidays plus three floating holidays
• Accrued Paid Time Off beginning on your date of hireCompany-paid Life Insurance with optional buy-up coverage
• Promotion-from-within culture and long-term career growth opportunities
• Quarterly non-discretionary bonus program (if applicable)

What You'll Do

• Plan and assign loads to maximize driver and equipment utilization while meeting customer expectations.
• Monitor driver hours of service and ensure compliance with DOT regulations and company policies.
• Manage driver schedules, home time requests, and mileage expectations.
• Coordinate scheduled truck maintenance with the Maintenance Department.
• Track high-security shipments and ensure compliance with company requirements.
• Respond to driver, customer, and supplier inquiries.
• Coordinate appointments with customers, brokers, shippers, and consignees.
• Collaborate with internal teams to optimize equipment utilization and operational performance.
• Manage driver payroll-related items, including advances, layovers, and non-driving pay.
• Communicate driver status changes to Safety, Payroll, Maintenance, and other departments.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and support to direct reports while fostering employee development and engagement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills to be Successful

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service and relationship-building abilities.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Conflict resolution skills with professionalism and patience.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and high emotional intelligence.
• Knowledge of transportation operations and DOT regulations.