Driver Manager

4 weeks ago


Lafayette, United States Venture Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:LOGISTICS FOR THE INDUSTRIOUS.
At Venture, we help our clients deliver their products, their promises, and their potential every day. If you believe in delivering great customer service, value partnership, and are always looking for a challenge, we’d like to meet you.


MULTIPLE OPENINGS AVAILABLE ON ALL SHIFTS


POSITION SUMMARY


Company Driver Managers focus on representing the best interests of both the Driver and the Company


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS FOR THIS POSITION

  • Manage, lead, and motivate drivers to accomplish team objectives
  • Communicate proactively and quickly to Planners, CSRs, and Drivers
  • Monitor and measure driver safety performance and foster a safety centered culture.
  • Build relationships with Drivers to understand their expectations and preferences.
  • Manage revenue and mileage goals for each driver and the fleet as a whole. Counsel drivers who are not meeting metric goals/expectations. Influence routes assigned to drivers for optimal success.
  • Oversee MPG performance for each driver and fleet as a whole. Coach all drivers who perform below MPG goals/expectations
  • Update ETA’s accurately and timely
  • Update Total Mail accurately and timely.
  • Manage phone calls, messages, and emails.
  • Provide updates to CSR's and Planners when a Driver is going to be late or if the Driver has been sitting too long (detention) at a location.
  • Manage and monitor driver pay ensure payroll is accurate and complete.
  • Ensure the Driver operates safely.
  • Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance


OTHER SIGNIFICANT JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE

  • Establish clear expectations for Drivers when they first begin at Venture Transport
  • Update Expirations and Driver Statuses accurately and timely
  • Utilize Trip Alert to quickly evaluate “red flag” situations
Requirements:


PREFERRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation, Business, or any combination and experience, which would provide equivalent background
  • Knowledge of TMW Office Suite

REQUIRED SKILLS (TECHNICAL, CLERICAL, LANGUAGE, ETC.)

  • Knowledgeable of the Transportation, Operations, and/or Logistics industries
  • Ability to resolve conflict and problems diplomatically
  • Ability to handle criticism positively without emotion

OTHER INFORMATION

  • The essential job functions and major job functions are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the job functions that an individual will be required or expected to perform.
  • Position Descriptions may be changed or revised by the Company from time to time at its sole discretion.

BENEFITS

  • Competitive Pay
  • Opportunity for career advancement
  • Generous Vacation / Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401K with company match from day 1
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

This Position Description is not intended to guarantee, and does not guarantee, ongoing employment or employment for a definite term, either in this position or with the Company. Absent an enforceable written contract to the contrary, and to the fullest extent allowed by federal, state and local law, an employee’s employment relationship with the Company is at-will.


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