Fleet Manager: Intermodal Dispatch & Contractor Leadership

World Group; Sauget (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Bonus Eligibility

Job summary

World Group, a leading provider of vessel agency and logistics services, is seeking a Fleet Manager for our Sauget, IL terminal. You will be the direct link between drivers and customers, supporting day-to-day operations and ensuring on-time service while maximizing productivity.

The role requires 2-5 years in intermodal transportation, experience with contractor fleets, and strong communication skills. Join a growing team focused on safe, efficient operations and exceptional customer service.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of intermodal/container transportation experience.
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations.
• Experience working with fleet of contractors/owner operators.
• Exemplary customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strategic thinker in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritize and manage time-sensitive tasks.
• Computerized dispatch skills (TMS).
• Proficient in MS Outlook, Excel, Teams and Word.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and supervise our fleet of owner-operators.
• Monitor and ensure delivery performance, fleet profitability and regulatory compliance.
• Assign equipment as needed.
• Maximize efficiency and profitability of every delivery.
• Oversee fair distribution of loads among contractors.
• Plan and execute order of deliveries for efficient load drops.
• Coordinate with Customer Success to accept/decline loads.
• Negotiate rates with contractors outside ICOA.
• Develop relationships with contractors to improve performance.
• Resolve disputes involving contractors.
• Monitor contractor compliance with DOT and related regulations.
• Coordinate required training for fleet contractors.

Skills

Intermodal/containers experience

Customer service

Communication skills

DOT regulations

Tools

TMS

MS Outlook

Excel

Word

Teams

Job description

World Group, a leading provider of vessel agency and logistics services, is seeking a Fleet Manager for our Sauget, IL terminal. You will be the direct link between drivers and customers, supporting day-to-day operations and ensuring on-time service while maximizing productivity.

The role requires 2-5 years in intermodal transportation, experience with contractor fleets, and strong communication skills. Join a growing team focused on safe, efficient operations and exceptional customer service.