FLEET SUPERVISOR

∙ Elijah House Foundation; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a Fleet Supervisor in Bowling Green, KY to lead day-to-day transportation operations and manage 40 drivers. You will ensure on-time deliveries, optimize tractor utilization, and oversee safety, compliance, and driver management systems.

Join a team focused on efficiency and reliability, with emphasis on driver development, adherence to FMCSA/DOT regulations, and continuous process improvements across dispatch and routing activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Logistics preferred, or comparable experience.
• One to three years transportation operations managing 40+ drivers.
• Experience with driver dispatch management systems (McLeod, TMW, Telogis, Dispatch Tracks, AS400) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• 80%: Ensure driver safety, FMCSA and DOT compliance, and on-time store deliveries; manage tractor utilization and driver pay.
• 20%: Build relationships with drivers; oversee driver training, time at home, retention, idle reduction, mpg improvement, and load/dispatch optimization.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning & Organization

Hours of Service

FMCSA/DOT compliance

MS Office

Driver management systems

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Logistics

Tools

McLeod

TMW

Telogis

Dispatch Tracks

AS400

Job description

Work Where You Matter

At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient Store locations, Distribution Centers, Store Support Center or with our Private Fleet Team, we are proud to provide a wide range of career opportunities. We are not just a retail company; we are a company that values the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings. Your difference truly makes a difference at Dollar General. How would you like to Serve? Join the Dollar General Journey and see how your career can thrive.

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm/On Call

Company Overview

Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. Dollar General helps shoppers Save time. Save money. Every day by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations. Learn more about Dollar General at www.dollargeneral.com/about-us.html.

Job Details

General Summary:

The Fleet Supervisor (FS) is responsible for the day to day transportation operations. Responsibility includes managing 40 drivers, ensuring on time store deliveries, tractor utilization, inbound reverse logistics on time pick up, and driver safe and legal operations.

Duties & Responsibilities:

80%

• Responsibility for driver safety, FMCSA, and DOT compliance.
• Accountable for on time store delivery routes, tractor utilization, and driver pay.

20%

• Builds strong relationships with drivers through understanding their work life, meeting their expectations, and quarterly face to face business meetings with each driver.
• Accountable for driver training, time at home, driver retention, idle reduction, mpg improvement, driver load dispatch assignment, load optimizing, equipment usage, and effective use of the driver management system. Promotes a safety culture by evaluating the safety performance of all drivers.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

• Proven Leadership and in-depth knowledge of dedicated transportation operations, FMCSA and DOT regulations.
• Understanding of Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) program.
• Strong communication (written and verbal), listening, interpersonal problem solving and innovative thinking skills.
• High attention to detail, strong planning, and organization skills
• Understands driver logs, hours of service, and dedicated operations.
• Proficient in usage of transportation optimization software to perform routing, tendering, scheduling, and shipment tracking.
• Ability to function in a high-stress environment
• Must know MS Office software
• 10% travel required

Work Experience &/or Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Logistics preferred, or comparable experience of one to three years in transportation operations for a retailer, manufacturing company, major carrier, or logistics company required. One to three years transportation experience managing at least 40 or more drivers preferred

One to three years onsite driver management experience preferred

One year Driver Dispatch Management System (satellite dispatch systems) experience (McLeod, TMW, Telogis, Dispatch Tracks, AS400)