Fleet Manager - Hybrid

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 0500 - 1630 Monday - Thursday 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
• 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

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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/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. 

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