Fleet Manager

Barrett Distribution Centers • Southborough, MA

1d • $80,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Fleet Manager, reporting to the Vice President of Transportation, is responsible for overseeing all dispatch functions for Barrett’s fleet operations. This role ensures the efficient, safe, and cost-effective movement of customers’ products while delivering exceptional service and operational excellence.
This position works on-site Monday through Friday, from 8am-5pm.
The compensation range for this position is $80K-$90K per year, depending on experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, in Logistics, Transportation, Business Administration, or a related field required. May substitute eight (8) years of industry experience directly related to logistics or transportation.
• A minimum of Five (5) years’ experience in an LTL or multi-stop private fleet and three (3) years’ experience with ELD reporting and driver monitoring is required.
• Proficient in all Microsoft business applications such as Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Proven ability to lead effectively in fast-paced environments, maintaining professionalism, composure, and a positive, solution-oriented approach.
• Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and the ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of two (2) years’ prior management experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily trucking routes and driver schedules to ensure compliance with customer contract requirements.
• Manage routing modifications to maximize efficient use of equipment and labor.
• Set, monitor, and evaluate productivity, service, and safety targets for each route and driver.
• Monitor daily truck revenue and explain variances from company standards.
• Prepare and deliver monthly business reviews focused on driver productivity and spending versus budget.
• Develop, monitor, and improve field efficiencies while identifying opportunities to enhance operational performance..
• Analyze expenditures and financial data to develop plans, policies, and budgets that improve profitability and service levels.
• Handle complaints and operational challenges by working with management to develop and execute action plans to improve driver performance, profitability, and customer service.
• Partner with customers and internal and external stakeholders to identify, evaluate, and remove safety obstacles.
• Ensure compliance with safety programs, protocols, and all federal, state, and local regulations.
• Provide leadership and oversight to professional drivers, including recruiting, training, coaching, and performance management.
• Manage night and weekend driver supervisors, maintaining ownership of operations 24/7 with off-hour support.
• Plan, organize, and manage staff workloads to ensure work is completed in alignment with organizational requirements.
• Monitor operations to ensure staff compliance with administrative policies, safety rules, and government regulations.
• Actively lead daily start-up meetings and communicate goals, expectations, and company-wide updates.
• Promote safe work practices through safety audits, safety meetings, and individual coaching.
• Manage fleet maintenance schedules to minimize downtime due to mechanical failures.
• Schedule and coordinate outside vendors for preventive maintenance, accident repairs, and snow removal.
• Direct staff performing vehicle and equipment repairs and maintenance.
• Ensure all equipment is properly registered, inspected, food-grade compliant, and operationally sound; identify and remove subpar equipment from service.
• Ensure accurate HOS/ELD reporting and timely filing and payment of fuel taxes.
• Renew UCC authority annually.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Opportunities for advancement – we love to promote from within!
• Ongoing training and leadership development
• Profit-sharing program – all employees benefit when the company succeeds!
• Competitive compensation
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401K savings plan with company match
• PTO
• A second-to-none culture where you’ll be treated like family and allowed to excel

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager