Driver Manager

Position Title: Driver Manager

Location: Chicago, IL. Onsite Position

About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking a Driver Manager, with a CDL, to lead multi-site transportation operations in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

This position offers the opportunity to directly influence team performance, develop drivers, and drive continuous improvement. CDL is required.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and support daily transportation operations while maintaining a strong focus on safety, service, and accountability


• Coach and develop drivers while maintaining a culture of operational excellence


• Partner with leadership to communicate performance trends, operational challenges, and opportunities for improvement


• Monitor key performance metrics to enhance service levels and operational efficiency


• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers through regular communication and proactive issue resolution


• Coordinate logistics activities to ensure seamless execution


• Ensure vehicles and equipment remain in safe, reliable working condition by coordinating maintenance and repair activities


• Promote a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards


• Drive a high level of customer satisfaction by ensuring consistent and dependable service execution

What We’re Looking For

• CDL is required


• 5+ years of leadership or supervisory experience within transportation, logistics, supply chain, or a related operational environment


• Demonstrated ability to recruit, coach, and develop team members while creating a culture of accountability


• Experience training new employees and reinforcing performance expectations with existing teams


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-first mindset


• Ability to identify operational issues and implement practical solutions in a dynamic environment


• Understanding of safety principles and risk prevention within transportation operations


• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively