Truckload Coordination Director / Driver Manager

Ponca City Development Authority; Ponca City, Northern (OK, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Bowers Trucking / SPI Logistics is seeking an experienced Truckload Coordination Director / Driver Manager to lead daily truckload operations, manage driver performance, and coordinate freight movements across our growing network.

The role requires strong communication, carrier relations, and knowledge of TMS platforms. You\'ll oversee scheduling, load tracking, and carrier onboarding, while protecting margins and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in truckload logistics, dispatch, or brokerage operations.
• Experience working with TMS platforms.
• Strong understanding of truckload markets, freight pricing, and load boards.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily truckload operations including scheduling, dispatching, and load tracking.
• Ensure accurate load entry, updates, and scheduling within the company TMS.
• Maintain an organized and up-to-date load schedule across all active shipments.
• Monitor freight movements through all phases of transportation.
• Coordinate reload opportunities and maximize truck productivity.
• Manage relationships with company drivers and partner carriers.
• Support driver performance, communication, and retention initiatives.
• Recruit and onboard new carriers into the company network.
• Maintain accurate carrier documentation and compliance records.

Skills

Truckload logistics

Negotiation

Communication

Dispatch operations

Multitasking

Tools

TMS platforms

Job description

Truckload Coordination Director / Driver Manager

Bowers Trucking / SPI Logistics No remote hiring will be considered

Position Overview

Bowers Trucking, in partnership with SPI Logistics, is seeking an experienced Truckload Coordination Director / Driver Manager to lead daily truckload operations, manage driver performance, and coordinate freight movements across our growing logistics network.

This role is responsible for ensuring efficient utilization of company assets, managing relationships with carriers and customers, coordinating freight schedules, and maintaining accurate load information in our transportation management systems.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced logistics environment, has strong communication skills, and understands both carrier operations and brokerage coordination.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Load Coordination

• Manage daily truckload operations including scheduling, dispatching, and load tracking
• Ensure accurate load entry, updates, and scheduling within the company TMS
• Maintain an organized and up-to-date load schedule across all active shipments
• Monitor freight movements through all phases of transportation
• Coordinate reload opportunities and maximize truck productivity

Driver & Carrier Management

• Manage relationships with company drivers and partner carriers
• Support driver performance, communication, and retention initiatives
• Recruit and onboard new carriers into the company network
• Maintain accurate carrier documentation and compliance records

Freight Procurement & Rate Negotiation

• Review customer opportunities and identify profitable freight options
• Negotiate rates with carriers while protecting company margins
• Post and manage loads on industry load boards when utilizing outside carriers
• Maintain awareness of market conditions and regional truck capacity

Customer & Partner Coordination

• Maintain strong communication with customers regarding load status and scheduling
• Coordinate delivery appointments and resolve operational issues as they arise
• Ensure customer expectations and service standards are consistently met

Reporting & Administrative Oversight

• Maintain detailed records of outsourced loads and associated commissions
• Assist with reporting related to freight revenue and operational performance
• Support invoicing follow-up and resolution of outstanding carrier paperwork

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in truckload logistics, dispatch, or brokerage operations
• Experience working with TMS platforms
• Strong understanding of truckload markets, freight pricing, and load boards
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and decision-making abilities

Preferred experience

• Driver management experience
• Brokerage or freight coordination leadership
• Carrier network development

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $60,000 – $75,000 annually (based on experience)

Benefits Package Includes:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off