Fleet Manager: Dispatch, Compliance & Leadership

Ashley Furniture Industries; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

Paid Time Off

Employee Discount

Professional Development

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Centers

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Life Insurance

Job summary

Ashley Furniture Industries is seeking a Fleet Manager in Mesquite, TX to oversee Driver Managers and resolve escalated dispatch issues. You will manage asset and driver utilization, scheduling, and ensure DOT/FMCSA compliance and hours of service.

Collaborate with planning, warehouse, transportation and customer service teams to optimize deliveries, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvements using dispatch software and reporting tools.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience: 3–5 years in dispatch, logistics, or transportation management.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Solid understanding of DOT, FMCSA regulations, and hours of service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all dispatch operations and coordinate logistics for timely deliveries.
• Develop and implement dispatch procedures and best practices.
• Monitor real-time delivery status and adjust schedules as needed.
• Collaborate with planning, warehouse, transportation, and customer service teams.
• Ensure compliance with DOT regulations and company safety policies.
• Supervise, train, and mentor Driver Managers and staff.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback.
• Manage staffing levels and schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dispatch software

Job description

Ashley Furniture Industries is seeking a Fleet Manager in Mesquite, TX to oversee Driver Managers and resolve escalated dispatch issues. You will manage asset and driver utilization, scheduling, and ensure DOT/FMCSA compliance and hours of service.

Collaborate with planning, warehouse, transportation and customer service teams to optimize deliveries, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvements using dispatch software and reporting tools.