Driver Manager

About the role

LOGISTICS FOR THE INDUSTRIOUS At Venture, we help our clients deliver their products, their promises, and their potential every day. If you believe in delivering great customer service, value partnership, and are always looking for a challenge, we’d like to meet you.

Position Summary

The Driver Manager serves as the primary liaison between the company and its professional drivers, ensuring operational efficiency, driver satisfaction, and compliance with company policy and achievement of enterprise goals. Each Driver Manager oversees a fleet of drivers, managing performance, safety, and productivity to support the company’s strategic objectives.

Essential Job Functions

• Build strong, trust-based relationships with assigned drivers to understand their preferences, challenges, and career goals.
• Monitor and manage driver performance metrics including revenue, miles per week, MPG, on-time delivery, and safety compliance.
• Provide coaching, counseling, and performance feedback to drivers; initiate disciplinary actions or terminations when necessary.
• Ensure drivers have clear weekly plans and understand load assignments to maximize productivity and satisfaction.
• Demonstrate a consistently positive and professional demeanor, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity; uphold confidentiality standards in all communications and decisions.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of employee interactions in accordance with HR policy.
• Collaborate with Planners, Customer Service Representatives (CSRs), and Load Planners to ensure efficient load assignments and route optimization.
• Proactively communicate delays, detention issues, and potential service failures to internal stakeholders.
• Monitor and update ETAs, driver statuses, and trip alerts in real-time.
• Ensure drivers adhere to all safety protocols and DOT regulations; partner with Safety and Maintenance departments to address equipment issues and promote safe driving practices.
• Track and update driver documentation including license expirations, medical cards, and training records.
• Maintain accurate and timely records in TMW or other fleet management systems.
• Conduct daily driver check-ins by 9:00 AM and if needed, ensure weekend coverage plans are in place.
• Support onboarding and orientation of new drivers, setting clear expectations from day one.

Other Significant Job Functions

• Maintain regular and reliable attendance, along with being available in an on-call status.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Comply with company policies and procedures and all applicable laws and regulations.

Requirements

Required Education / Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent; 1+ year(s) experience in transportation or logistics industry.

Preferred Education / Experience: Associates or bachelor’s degree in