Driver Manager
Position Title: Driver Manager
Location: Chicago, IL. Onsite Position
About the Opportunity:
Our client is seeking a Driver Manager, with a CDL, to lead multi-site transportation operations in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. This position offers the opportunity to directly influence team performance, develop drivers, and drive continuous improvement. CDL is required.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead and support daily transportation operations while maintaining a strong focus on safety, service, and accountability
- Coach and develop drivers while maintaining a culture of operational excellence
- Partner with leadership to communicate performance trends, operational challenges, and opportunities for improvement
- Monitor key performance metrics to enhance service levels and operational efficiency
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers through regular communication and proactive issue resolution
- Coordinate logistics activities to ensure seamless execution
- Ensure vehicles and equipment remain in safe, reliable working condition by coordinating maintenance and repair activities
- Promote a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards
- Drive a high level of customer satisfaction by ensuring consistent and dependable service execution
What We’re Looking For:
- CDL is required 5+ years of leadership or supervisory experience within transportation, logistics, supply chain, or a related operational environment
- Demonstrated ability to recruit, coach, and develop team members while creating a culture of accountability
- Experience training new employees and reinforcing performance expectations with existing teams
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-first mindset
- Ability to identify operational issues and implement practical solutions in a dynamic environment
- Understanding of safety principles and risk prevention within transportation operations
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively