Fleet Operations Manager – Driver Performance & On‑Time Delivery

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is seeking a Transportation Manager II in Missouri to lead driver supervision and ensure safe, timely freight movement.

You will handle load planning, routing, and customer coordination while maintaining DOT compliance and company policies. The role requires flexibility across day, night, and weekend shifts to meet demand. Success hinges on strong communication, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration with drivers, customers, and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in transportation/logistics or equivalent.
• Ability to work across multiple shifts including nights/weekends if needed.
• Strong professional communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with drivers and safety to minimize turnover.
• Fill in for absent personnel and support special projects in fleet operations.
• Analyze fleet operations and profitability; present reporting and financial analysis.
• Manage payroll, counseling, invoicing, and driver pay issues as needed.
• Plan loads, routes, and monitor freight to ensure safe, on-time service.

Skills

Driver management

DOT regulations

Customer service

Safety compliance

Communication

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Excel

Problem solving

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Management

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Transportation Logistics

GED (Required)

High School Diploma (Required)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is seeking a Transportation Manager II in Missouri to lead driver supervision and ensure safe, timely freight movement.

You will handle load planning, routing, and customer coordination while maintaining DOT compliance and company policies. The role requires flexibility across day, night, and weekend shifts to meet demand. Success hinges on strong communication, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration with drivers, customers, and internal teams.