FLEET MANAGER I

∙ Elijah House Foundation; Bowling Green, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a Fleet Operations Manager to lead the on-site dedicated fleet, ensuring on-time deliveries and optimal tractor utilization while managing budgeting and safety compliance.

You will drive strategic plans with a focus on P&L, driver growth, and adherence to FMCSA/DOT regulations, reporting to senior transportation leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Logistics preferred.
• Transportation experience managing at least 50 drivers.
• Proven leadership and knowledge of transportation industry and DOT regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage on-site operations and lead fleet team to ensure on-time freight pickup and delivery.
• Develop and execute strategic plan to support P&L and driver growth.
• Oversee driver training, payroll, time-at-home, retention, idle reduction, MPG.
• Provide ad-hoc reporting and scorecards for KPIs.

Skills

Leadership

FMCSA compliance

DOT regulations

Driver management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Routing software

MS Office

High-stress tolerance

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Logistics

Tools

Driver management tool

Transportation optimization software

MS Office

Job description

Work Where You Matter

At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient Store locations, Distribution Centers, Store Support Center or with our Private Fleet Team, we are proud to provide a wide range of career opportunities. We are not just a retail company; we are a company that values the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings. Your difference truly makes a difference at Dollar General. How would you like to Serve? Join the Dollar General Journey and see how your career can thrive.

Company Overview

Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. Dollar General helps shoppers Save time. Save money. Every day.® by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations. Learn more about Dollar General at www.dollargeneral.com/about-us.html.

Job Details

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Responsible for the overall on-site operation of the Dollar General dedicated fleet. Manages the on-site fleet team. Accountable for all Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) (on-time store deliveries, tractor utilization, reverse logistics including backhaul and rolltainer management, etc. Responsible for developing and managing the annual private fleet budget and is ultimately accountable for the P&L.

DUTIES and ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Manages dedicated operations and leads fleet team members to deliver results that include, among other things, on-time freight pickup and delivery, driver tractor utilization, safety compliance, and reverse logistics management. Uses the driver management tool to dispatch, track, and report results.
  50%
• Partners with Sr Transportation Manager, to develop and execute a strategic plan to support P&L, expense maintenance and active driver growth. This includes business execution to achieve Private Fleet Performance Indicators while adhering to Federal, State, local, and organizational rules and regulations.
  30%
• Accountable for overall driver training, driver payroll, time-at-home, driver retention, idle reduction, MPG improvement, driver load dispatch assignment, load optimization, equipment usage, and effective use of the driver management system.
  10%
• Champion Driver retention by building and maintaining driver relationships through understanding and meeting driver needs. These needs include, but are not limited to home time, payroll, utility, equipment breakdowns, logging violations, equipment issues, etc
  5%
• Provides ad-hoc reporting, analysis, and project participation for the Outbound Operations team that includes, among other things, the development of scorecards for specific key performance indicators, analysis of the data and implementation of new ideas and processes.
  5%
• Manages dedicated operations and leads fleet team members to deliver results that include, among other things, on-time freight pickup and delivery, driver tractor utilization, safety compliance, and reverse logistics management. Uses the driver management tool to dispatch, track, and report results.
  50%

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS:

• Proven leadership and knowledge of transportation industry, FMCSA Compliance Safety Accountability (CSA) program, and DOT regulations.
• Experience managing dedicated fleet operations and OTR drivers.
• Strong communication skills written and verbal, listening and interpersonal skills with strong problem solving and innovative thinking.
• Excellent attention to detail, planning, and organization skills.
• Proficient in usage of transportation optimization software to perform routing, tendering, scheduling, and shipment tracking, as well as MS Office software.
• Ability to function in a high-stress environment.
• 10% travel required

WORK EXPERIENCE and/or EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Logistics preferred.
• Transportation experience managing at least 50 driver preferred.