Fleet Manager - Intermodal Logistics & Contractor Lead

ContainerPort Group; Sauget (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Tuition assistance

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

ContainerPort Group in Sauget, IL, is seeking a dedicated Fleet Manager to serve as the direct link between drivers and customers. You will build trusting relationships with owner-operators, support day-to-day operations, and keep fleets aligned with shipments to maximize productivity and on-time service.

This role requires 2–5 years of intermodal transportation experience, knowledge of DOT regulations, and strong communication and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• HS diploma required and knowledge of DOT regulations.
• 2–5 years intermodal/container transportation experience.
• Experience working with fleet of contractors/owner operators.
• Exemplary customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong communication, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and supervise our fleet of owner-operators.
• Monitor delivery performance, fleet profitability and compliance.
• Assign equipment as needed to optimize loads.
• Oversee load distribution among contractors for efficiency.
• Plan deliveries to create efficient drop-offs and pickups.
• Coordinate with Customer Success and negotiate contractor rates.
• Develop relationships with contractors to improve retention.
• Resolve disputes involving contractors and coordinate trainings.

Skills

Relationship building

Negotiation

Customer service

Strategic thinking

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

HS diploma

DOT regulations knowledge

Tools

TMS

MS Outlook

Excel

Teams

Word

Job description

ContainerPort Group in Sauget, IL, is seeking a dedicated Fleet Manager to serve as the direct link between drivers and customers. You will build trusting relationships with owner-operators, support day-to-day operations, and keep fleets aligned with shipments to maximize productivity and on-time service.

This role requires 2–5 years of intermodal transportation experience, knowledge of DOT regulations, and strong communication and negotiation skills.