CHEP helps move more goods to more people in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets crates and containers. We employ approximately 13000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model the worlds biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently safely and with less environmental impact.
What does that mean for you Youll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere and small enough to get you there sooner. Youll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. Youll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through ourHybrid Work Model.
Job Description
Join CHEP and lead a fleet with purpose.
Were looking for a dynamic Driver Manager to oversee our Low Volume Recovery (LVR) operations in the Central Region. This role is critical to ensuring safety compliance and operational excellence while driving sustainability and customer satisfaction
Key Responsibilities May Include:
- Manage and monitor the asset recovery process across the assigned region ensuring compliance with Asset Recovery guidelines and achieving collection targets.
- Provide leadership support and guidance to Asset Recovery Representatives ensuring optimal territory coverage and recovery efficiency.
- Collaborate with Logistics and wider asset management teams to ensure timely and efficient collections minimizing delays and optimizing resource allocation.
- Oversee transportation costs ensuring alignment with budget targets by leveraging the most cost-effective carriers and methods.
- Track and resolve operational issues related to transport collections and customer interactions ensuring timely solutions and continuous improvement.
- Ensure adherence to safety standards across all recovery operations fostering a culture of zero harm and compliance within the team.
- Regularly review and analyze collection performance providing weekly reports and recommendations to drive improvements.
- Drive the continuous improvement of asset recovery processes ensuring that hardware tools and resources are up-to-date and support efficient operations.
Regional Driver Manager Central Region
Location: Field-based across Ohio Kentucky Virginia Maryland Indiana Pennsylvania The candidate must live within the territory and be reasonably close to a major airport.
Travel Requirements: 50% Within Region
What Youll Do
- Manage pallet asset recovery across the region meeting compliance and collection targets.
- Lead a team of 18 Low Volume (LTL) Drivers (Rep I Rep II CDL-A) and provide guidance to planning safety and admin support.
- Ensure full DOT and CHEP safety compliance reducing incidents and maintaining system standards.
- Drive collection and delivery volume optimize routes and improve CIFOT/DIFOT service levels.
- Own regional P&L performance managing budgets and cost per pallet.
- Partner with Operations Supply Chain Asset Recovery Sales and Logistics to integrate services and deliver results.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives and leverage automation tools for efficiency.
What Success Looks Like
- Improved collection/delivery performance
- Strong safety record and compliance
- On-time service and customer satisfaction
- Effective cost management and financial performance
What You Bring
- 35 years of people leadership experience
- Knowledge of DOT regulations and transportation management
- Experience with P&L ownership and KPI reporting
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Familiarity with Transportation Management Systems Salesforce and DOT eLogs (e.g. JJ Keller Encompass) preferred
- High School Diploma required; Bachelors Degree preferred
Remote Type
Fully Remote
Skills to succeed in the role
Active Listening Change Management Coaching Collaboration Computer Literacy Data Analysis Data Literacy Decision Making Delegation Disruptive Thinking Feedback Financial Literacy Inclusive Leadership Leading Change Leading Customer Centric Teams Mentorship Motivating Teams Numeracy Prioritization Scheduling Self-Awareness Storytelling Strategic Thinking Talent Development Workforce Planning
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