What you’ll need to succeed as a Fleet Manager at XPO

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work or military experience

• 3 years of related work experience, including leadership experience in transportation or a related field

• Strong working knowledge of freight movement systems, methodologies and procedures

• Able to work 9:00PM-8:30AM, Wednesday- Saturday with flexibility in start and end time

Preferred qualifications:

• 5 years of relevant experience or master's degree in supply chain, logistics or business administration

• Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends

• Working knowledge of the less-than-truckload (LTL) industry

• Solid analytical skills

• Experience with dispatching drivers, fleets or service center supervision

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to motivate and influence team members

About the Fleet Manager job

Pay, benefits and more:

• Competitive compensation package

• Full health insurance benefits are available on day one

• Life and disability insurance

• Earn up to 15 days of PTO over your first year

• 9 paid company holidays

• 401(k) option with company match

• Education assistance

• Opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Set work schedules and efficient routes for road flex teams (RFTs) while monitoring hours of service and other requirements, including coordinating alternative coverage plans for PTO, bereavement and absences

• Act as a point of contact and escalation for RFTs, provide dispatch information, route conditions and detour guidance

• Communicate with service center leadership regarding RFT dispatch and arrival helping to ensure that loads are ready to minimize downtime

• Prepare reports and other documents for management regarding schedules and maintenance

• Act as the primary point of contact for delays and accidents involving safety and fueling

• Act as the primary point of contact for service center leadership, maintenance, and HR as appropriate to resolve issues

• Support linehaul network operations, as needed

• Ensure all DOT, compliance and safety requirements are adhered to and properly reported

• Establish relationships with RFTs to maintain an inclusive culture and escalate any issues to management or HR for guidance/resolution

About XPO

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.

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