Fleet Operations Lead: Driver & Load Planning

UniGroup; Des Peres (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Parental leave

Life insurance and disability coverage

Employee assistance program

Professional development and growth

Job summary

UniGroup is seeking a Driver Manager to oversee its contract truckman/truckload fleet and ensure loads are planned, assigned, and executed efficiently to maximize fleet utilization and service performance.

This individual contributor role partners with independent contractors, agents, dispatchers, van operators, payroll, and other teams to coordinate equipment, assign loads, support drivers, and resolve operational challenges while maintaining safety and schedule adherence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3–5 years of experience in transportation, logistics, fleet operations, dispatch, or a related field.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, assign, and execute transportation orders to maximize fleet capacity, equipment utilization, and customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate with agents and van operators to optimize load planning, routing, and equipment availability.
• Monitor fleet utilization, line haul opportunities, and operational performance to maximize revenue and service levels.
• Communicate with agents regarding order assignments, schedule changes, and specialized transportation requirements.
• Monitor key fleet performance metrics, including utilization, on-time pickup and delivery, and freight mix while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Ensure independent contractors are compensated accurately and on time, including hauling pay, stop pay, and applicable reimbursements.
• Review weekly driver statements and partner with Payroll to resolve payment questions or discrepancies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the contract driver fleet, providing operational support and coordinating with internal departments.
• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, orientation, and qualification of independent contractors and their equipment.
• Troubleshoot operational issues involving drivers, equipment, and shipments while collaborating with dispatchers, agents, customers, and internal teams.
• Ensure compliance with UniGroup policies and applicable DOT and FMCSA regulations.
• Support departmental initiatives and perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

UniGroup is seeking a Driver Manager to oversee its contract truckman/truckload fleet and ensure loads are planned, assigned, and executed efficiently to maximize fleet utilization and service performance.

This individual contributor role partners with independent contractors, agents, dispatchers, van operators, payroll, and other teams to coordinate equipment, assign loads, support drivers, and resolve operational challenges while maintaining safety and schedule adherence.