FLEET MANAGER II

∙ Elijah House Foundation; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dollar General Foundation seeks an experienced individual to manage dedicated fleet operations in Longview, Texas. This role entails overseeing a team to ensure timely deliveries, adherence to regulations, and maintaining driver satisfaction.

Ideal candidates should possess strong leadership and communication skills and a Bachelor's degree in Business or Logistics. The position requires 3-5 years of experience in transportation operations and the ability to thrive in a high-stress environment.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and knowledge of transportation industry.
• Experience managing dedicated fleet operations and OTR drivers.
• Three to five years in transportation operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage operations and lead fleet team members to deliver results.
• Develop and execute strategic plans for expanded fleet terminals.
• Achieve fleet performance indicators adhering to regulations.
• Accountable for driver training, payroll, and retention.
• Build and maintain driver relationships.
• Provide reporting and analysis for outbound operations team.

Skills

Leadership in transportation industry

Knowledge of FMCSA regulations

Effective communication skills

Problem solving skills

Attention to detail

Experience with transportation optimization software

Ability to work in high-stress environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Logistics

Tools

Driver Management System

MS Office software

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 expanded fleet terminals inclusive of P&L, utilization, expense maintenance and active driver growth. 20%
• Achieve private fleet performance indicators while adhering to Federal, State, local, and organizational rules and regulations. 20%
• 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%

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. 20% travel required.

Work Experience and/or Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Logistics preferred
• Three to five years in transportation operations for a logistics company preferred.
• Transportation experience managing at least 100 or more drivers and onsite driver management experience preferred. Driver Dispatch Management System experience preferred.

Dollar General is an equal opportunity employer.