Driver Manager – Dedicated Transportation

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Location: Whiteland, IN 46184

Schedule: Mon–Fri, 7am-5pm

Compensation: Salary is determined based on internal equity; internal salary ranges; market data/ranges; applicant’s skills; prior relevant experience; certain degrees or certifications, etc.

The salary for this position ranges from $65,000 to $68,000.

Summary

The Driver Manager FLEX directly manages the drivers for an assigned geographical area. This purpose of this role is to manage and coach these drivers on their jobs and safety; to ensure they are having a positive employee experience at Ryder; and, to ensure we meet our customers expectations.

Essential Functions

Directly manage the day-to-day work of the drivers.

Responsible for professional, timely and effective internal and external drivers interaction via phone calls and system messages, by building and maintaining a positive attitude to strengthen driver engagement in order to minimize turnover and improve driver satisfaction and productivity.

Maintain driver detention time.

Review any Lytx events and coach drivers accordingly. Document behaviors in Workday. Issue Risk Associated Behaviors (RABs) according to Ryder policy,

Review HOS violations in Geotab and coach drivers on the related violations. Document violations in Workday as necessary.

Responsible to ensure the tracking of driver attendance, pay, status, etc., in Workday.

Provide ongoing direction and leadership to drivers to ensure excellent customer service, KPI achievement and the development of our drivers.

Collaborate with others in the company to identify and implement local and national creative solutions to improve driver retention.

Manage driver payroll, and ensure drivers have quality time at home.

Ensure driver training is in compliance.

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

Makes decisions in a a timely manner.

Strong oral and written communications skills

Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)

Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment.

Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills

Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices.

Strong leadership skills

Ability to engage and coach employees.

Creatively Problem Solve

Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access) is required advanced.

Logistics industry knowledge advanced required.

Knowledge and understanding of Customer/Company local and Federal regulations advanced required..

Fundamental knowledge of Supply Chain Management components intermediate required.

Qualifications

H.S. diploma/GED required

Bachelors degree preferred in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain

Two (2) years or more relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse or industry related field. preferred

Two (2) years or more direct supervisory/leadership experience required.

Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access) is required. advanced required

Logistics industry knowledge advanced required

Knowledge and understanding of Customer/Company local and Federal regulations. advanced required

Fundamental knowledge of Supply Chain Management components. intermediate required

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If youre looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, were the right company for you.

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Job Category: Logistics

Compensation Information :

The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc.

Compensation ranges for the position are below:

Pay Type :

Salaried

Minimum Pay Range:

$65K

Maximum Pay Range:

$68K

The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type.

Benefits Information:

For all Full-time positions only : Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.

Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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