Driver Manager

Position Summary

The Driver Manager will be responsible for assigning jobs to ensure efficient driver operations, ensuring compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and fostering professional relationships with drivers and customers.

• Assign driver operations and review dispatch sheet and driver assignments to ensure all loads are dispatched.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with drivers to ensure their needs are met.
• Communicate in a timely and effective manner with customers to ensure a high level of service.
• Maximize driver availability to fully utilize equipment for maximum revenue and profitability.
• Review all orders and process or distribute according to terminal procedure.
• Ensure timely and efficient movement of loaded trucks carrying various products.
• Schedule loads and assign qualified drivers.
• Enter load information into TMW system and prepare Delivery Receipts for each load.
• Provide documentation and communicate to drivers all pertinent information for scheduled loads.
• Initiate and maintain customer specifications and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for products hauled.
• Review driver's Hours of Service logs and update hours in the computer as required.
• Update and forward reports as directed by terminal management.
• Perform all other duties as specified by terminal or corporate management.
• Incorporate measures to prevent waste and lost time.
• Address concerns from employees and customers effectively.
• Ensure compliance with safety rules, including OSHA and DOT regulations.
• Enforce and practice all safety rules of the Company and all government agencies, monitor risk.
• Understand and follow established policies and procedures in emergency situations.

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 5 years of related experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.
• Familiarity with DOT and OSHA regulations.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving requirements.
• Some travel to corporate office or other locations.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.

• Prior dispatch experience.
• Experience using TMW and People Net systems.
• Tanker industry experience.
• Prior management/supervisory experience.
• Understanding equipment utilization and allocation.

• Strong organizational, administrative and analytical skills.
• Solid communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to change.
• Strong customer service orientation, ensuring needs and deadlines are met in a timely fashion.
• Positive, proactive and motivated attitude.
• Reliability and punctuality.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Language skills: ability to read, write and speak English proficiently.

May be required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, reach with hand and arms, stoop, kneel or crouch as needed. May be required to lift 50 lbs. Requires ability to see at close range, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjust focus. Must operate in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous Vacation Time
• Company Paid Holidays
• 401k matching

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. Heniff treats all candidates and employees with respect and does not discriminate in our recruiting, hiring, and promoting processes and general treatment during employment, including on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, veteran status, or disability.