Fleet Operations Lead - Driver Oversight & Optimization

Keller Logistics Group; Kentucky; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Keller Logistics Group in Kentucky is seeking a Direct Manager to oversee 25-35 drivers across OTR, Local, and Shuttle runs. You will assign loads, optimize schedules, and ensure on-time performance.

This role requires strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with day-to-day coordination with maintenance and customer reps; a commitment to safety and cost control is essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with Supervisor and associates, orally and in writing.
• Ability to take job orders from Supervisor.
• Ability to get along well with others in organization.
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently, solve problems, and proceed with objectives without supervision.
• Participate in corrective and preventative actions and continuous improvement projects.
• Basic data entry and/or word processing skills.
• Skill in the use of computers, preferably in a PC, Windows-based operating system.
• Skill in the use of common office machinery.
• Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and on-call

Responsibilities

• Direct Manager to 25-35 drivers, combination of OTR, Local, & Shuttle
• Communicate load assignments to drivers as far in advance as possible
• Maintain acceptable driver retention levels within your assigned fleet
• Proactively maximize drivers available time on a daily basis
• Accurately update TMW with drivers ETA and actual arrival times
• Proactively communicate with Customer Reps on several aspects: Detention, Late Arrivals, Early Arrivals, Available Capacity, Lumpers, Stop offs, Driver Assist
• Reward and Discipline drivers as needed
• Coordinate on maintenance issues with the maintenance department
• Monitor cost metrics affected by drivers and counsel/coach them if those metrics are outside of acceptable levels, these are: Fuel Purchases, Idling, Tolls, Out of Route Miles, Schedule Equipment Maintenance

Skills

Communication

Written communication

Prioritization

Problem solving

Independent work

Continuous improvement

Data entry

PC skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Keller Logistics Group in Kentucky is seeking a Direct Manager to oversee 25-35 drivers across OTR, Local, and Shuttle runs. You will assign loads, optimize schedules, and ensure on-time performance.

This role requires strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with day-to-day coordination with maintenance and customer reps; a commitment to safety and cost control is essential.