Fleet Manager - HybridRequisition Id: 373907Business Unit: LTLLocation:Ann Arbor, MI, US, 48105What you’ll need to succeed as a Fleet Manager at XPOMinimum 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 0500-1630 Thursday-Sunday 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 jobPay, 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
10 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
#LI-HybridAbout XPOXPO 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/Affirmative Action 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.Review XPO's candidate privacy statementhere (https://jobs.xpo.com/content/CANDIDATE-PRIVACY-NOTICE/?locale=enUS) .