Transportation Manager: Driver Relations & Loads

Werner Enterprises; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Werner Enterprises in Ocala, FL is seeking a Fleet Operations Supervisor to build and maintain driver relationships, optimize loads, and coordinate cross‑functional teams. The role emphasizes communication, organization, and hands‑on use of transportation systems to meet service goals.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or transportation/logistics and 6 months to 1 year of supervisory experience, plus comfort with computers and satellite communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Admin, Marketing or Transportation/Logistics preferred or 2–3 years fleet management experience.
• Six months to one year of supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with computer and satellite communications proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain driver relationships to meet driver needs (home time, payroll, equipment issues, etc.) using our operating systems and driver telematics.
• Partner with Dedicated and Associate Logistics Managers to optimize driver loads based on origin, destination, freight, miles, stops, and driver availability.
• Understand and adhere to customer service expectations and initiatives to improve value for the Customer and Werner."
• Interface with departments such as billing, operations, safety, payroll, fuel, maintenance, and external vendors.
• Work with the Dedicated Logistics Manager or Operations Manager to maintain a full board of drivers.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Dedicated Logistics Manager.
• Attend shifts as scheduled by supervisory personnel.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Transportation management systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Admin/Marketing/Transportation Logistics

Tools

Satellite communications

Computer terminals

Job description

Werner Enterprises in Ocala, FL is seeking a Fleet Operations Supervisor to build and maintain driver relationships, optimize loads, and coordinate cross‑functional teams. The role emphasizes communication, organization, and hands‑on use of transportation systems to meet service goals.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or transportation/logistics and 6 months to 1 year of supervisory experience, plus comfort with computers and satellite communications.