Driver Manager

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DC3 Shorewood ILtime type:
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R-30420

The Driver Manager is responsible for leading transportation and driver operations while ensuring full compliance with DOT regulations, company policies, and safety standards. This role oversees company-owned and leased equipment, driver performance, yard and terminal operations, and coordination with internal and external partners to ensure timely, safe, and cost-effective delivery of goods. The Driver Manager plays a critical role in maintaining regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and a high-performing driver workforce.
** What You’ll Bring to Bob’s
** At Bob’s Discount Furniture, we value the skills, experience, and leadership capabilities that drive results. Success in this role is based on strong regulatory knowledge, operational decision-making, leadership, and collaboration across teams. If you thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment and enjoy balancing compliance with operational excellence, this role is for you.
** Key Skills for Success
**** Core Competencies & Expertise**
* ** DOT & Regulatory Compliance**  + Deep working knowledge of DOT rules, Hours of Service (HOS), and transportation regulations  + Ability to ensure continuous driver, equipment, and operational compliance  + Experience managing audits, compliance issues, and corrective action plans
* ** Transportation & Fleet Operations**  + Ability to evaluate fleet needs, equipment condition, and operational trends  + Experience coordinating maintenance for company-owned equipment and leased assets  + Knowledge of trucking terminal operations, dispatching concepts, and yard management
* ** Logistics & Scheduling**  + Skill in route planning, scheduling, and managing vehicle movement across locations  + Ability to meet shipping timelines and delivery requirements  + Coordination of inter-store transfer (IST) schedules with shipping and store operations
* ** Vendor & Partner Management**  + Ability to coordinate with third-party vendors to ensure equipment availability and service levels  + Experience managing outsourced lease and maintenance obligations
* ** People Leadership & Workforce Management**  + Ability to recruit, hire, train, evaluate, and develop drivers  + Experience handling performance management, promotions, and corrective actions  + Knowledge of payroll processing, employee reviews, and labor-related matters
* ** Operational Efficiency & Cost Management**  + Ability to manage transportation costs while maintaining service quality  + Experience improving logistics efficiency and operational workflows
* ** Technology & Systems Proficiency**  + Proficiency with MS Office and transportation-related systems  + Experience using ELD systems, video safety software, and other fleet management tools
** Preferred Competencies & Skills
*** Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities in time-sensitive situations
* Effective communication and collaboration across operations, shipping, and store teams
* Ability to interpret data and trends to improve fleet performance
* Leadership presence with a safety-first mindset
** Minimum Qualifications
*** Associate degree
** or
* * equivalent experience  + (10+ years of CDL or transportation experience may be considered in lieu of a degree)
* Previous supervisory or management experience in transportation, logistics, or fleet operations
* Demonstrated knowledge of DOT HOS rules and transportation regulations
* Working knowledge of geographic service areas and route planning
* Understanding of labor laws and company policy compliance
** Physical Demands
*** Ability to work in a transportation and yard environment
* May require walking yards, inspecting equipment, and interacting with drivers and vendors
** Who We Are
** At Bob’s, we have fun, we love what we do, and we’re growing fast! As one of the leading omni-channel furniture retailers in the country with over 200 stores, we’re committed to skills-based hiring, diverse perspectives, and an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
** Expected Base Pay Not Including Potential Commissions,…