Manager, Dispatch Follow Up (Cox Fleet)

Cox Enterprises; Portland (OR); Remote; USD 81,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation with pay

Seven paid holidays

Paid wellness hours (up to 160 per yr)

Job summary

Cox Enterprises' Cox Fleet is seeking an experienced operations leader to manage a distributed team of professionals. You will coach staff on dispatch timeliness, efficiency, and process discipline while partnering with HR on hires and promotions.

The role emphasizes process optimization, cross-functional communication, and a commitment to customer service in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and may work remotely or in a hybrid setup depending

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline; 6+ years in a related field; or equivalent combinations.
• Minimum 1 year in a management/leadership role.
• Experience in automotive industry or fleet management preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-performance team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all assigned team members.
• Coach on operational excellence, dispatch timeliness, and staff utilization.
• Monitor alerts and ensure optimal system processes.
• Support recruitment and HR interfaces for hires and promotions.
• Collaborate on wages, scheduling, and employee issues.
• Deliver annual reviews and performance metrics.

Skills

Team leadership

Relationship building

Communication skills

Negotiation

Problem solving

Adaptability

High performance environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

Advanced degree (MBA/PhD) optional

Job description

Cox Fleet is revolutionizing the industry with digital-first fleet solutions connecting fleets with maintenance experts, using data-driven technology via an automated marketplace of service providers & proprietary fleet technology. FleetNet America is Cox Automotive Mobility's digital marketplace; designed for fleets, operators and teams who need an on-demand service solution, data driven insights, and a team of fleet experts to support them so they can focus on their core business.

Responsibilities

• Manage all assigned team members.
• Monitor and coach team members in areas of operational excellence, dispatch timeliness, team efficiency, phone metrics and staff utilization.
• Manage alerts that hit the left projector screen and phone board along with other event monitoring software.
• Ensure system processes are being maximized.
• Assist team members in areas of personal development, motivation, and training.
• Perform annual reviews and QIP measurements and reviews.
• Work with Human Resources Staff Members in the recruiting process including conducting interviews and making recommendations for new hires and promotions.
• Collaborate with Human Resources and other management staff members in areas of wages, hour requirements and employee issues.
• Provide information and enforcement as needed in areas of company policies and procedures.
• Interact when necessary with a customer or vendor in making decisions to ensure the proper handling of an event.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Required Experience & Specialized Knowledge and skills

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and 6 years' experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master's degree and 4 years' experience; a Ph.D. and 1 year experience in a related field; or 10 years' experience in a related field
• At least 1 year of experience in a management/leadership role
• Experience in the automotive industry or fleet management preferred
• Experience supporting process and operational excellence
• Excellent relationship building, networking, communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills required
• Ability to work in a high performance, fast-paced team environment
• Ability to adapt to and work effectively within a constantly changing environment
• Strong problem solving and negotiation skills

Work Arrangement:

• This position requires all work to be performed within the United States.
• This position is fully remote for those living outside of a 30-mile radius of 300 Commerce Dr, Cherryville, NC
• This position is hybrid for those living within a 30-mile radius of 300 Commerce Dr, Cherryville, NC

USD 81,400.00 - 122,000.00 per year

Compensation:

Compensation includes a base salary in the range of $81,400.00 - $122,000.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

Benefits:

The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company's needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

Application Deadline: 11/02/2026

EOE, including disability/vets