Manager, Driver

The Role

The Driver Recruitment Manager is responsible for leading Odyssey’s driver recruiting strategy and execution across Company Drivers, Independent Contractors, and fleet recruiting initiatives. This role manages the driver recruitment team and partners closely with Operations, Safety, HR, and Marketing to develop scalable recruiting programs that attract, hire, and retain high-quality drivers in competitive markets.

Candidates who meet the qualifications may be considered in Charlotte, NC;
Chesterton, IN; or Fullerton, CA, with the ability to work from one of these office locations.

Hybrid work arrangement with remote work flexibility on Fridays.

Yes.

Head of Talent Acquisition.

• All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. No relocation allowance will be considered unless specifically addressed.

• Manage the full recruiting lifecycle from sourcing through onboarding coordination
• Ensure timely communication and follow‑up with applicants, leads, and hiring partners
• Communicate job opportunities, compensation structures, qualifications, and hiring requirements accurately and professionally
• Partner with Safety and Operations to guide candidates through qualification, DOT compliance, background screening, and onboarding
• Coordinate interviews, orientation scheduling, travel arrangements, and onboarding logistics as needed
• Maintain accurate recruiting activity and candidate records within ATS, Tenstreet, CRM platforms, and related systems
• Monitor recruiting responsiveness, application flow, and conversion metrics to improve hiring speed and candidate experience

• Lead full‑cycle recruiting efforts for Company Drivers, Independent Contractors, and fleet opportunities across multiple markets
• Partner with operational leadership and HR to support workforce planning, operational demands, and hiring priorities
• Develop proactive sourcing and lead generation strategies to build sustainable driver pipelines
• Research industry trends, compensation, competitor activity, and market conditions to provide recommendations to leadership
• Build and maintain relationships with active and passive candidates, referral networks, and industry contacts
• Re‑engage inactive candidates, cold leads, and former employees eligible for rehire
• Utilize recruiting platforms, social media, networking, and industry events to expand recruiting reach and effectiveness

• Lead, develop, and manage the driver recruitment team through coaching, accountability, and performance management
• Establish recruiting priorities, service levels, and performance metrics aligned with operational hiring goals
• Drive process improvement initiatives focused on recruiting workflows, hiring efficiency, onboarding experience, and reporting accuracy
• Identify operational gaps and implement scalable recruiting solutions that improve efficiency and hiring outcomes
• Assist in managing recruiting budgets, advertising spend, vendor relationships, and recruiting investments
• Partner with leadership on recruiting resource planning, staffing strategies, and market expansion efforts

• Partner with Marketing to develop recruiting campaigns across digital, social media, referral, and industry‑specific channels
• Evaluate recruiting vendors, advertising sources, lead providers, and recruiting events to maximize recruiting ROI
• Support employer branding initiatives that strengthen Odyssey’s visibility and reputation within the driver community
• Attend recruiting events, trade shows, job fairs, and networking opportunities as needed

• Support driver retention initiatives through post‑hire engagement and follow‑up strategies
• Conduct driver follow‑up communication during onboarding and key employment milestones
• Partner with Operations and Safety to identify trends impacting turnover, onboarding experience, and driver satisfaction
• Act as a liaison for driver concerns during onboarding and early employment stages
• Support…