Mgr, Driver Recruiting

Job Overview

To ensure the proper and efficient hiring of driver team members and independent contractor drivers as needed to support our operations, through the management of the recruiting team. Responsible for daily operational management and development of the Recruiting team. Develops strategy and implements tactical approaches to meet departmental goals. Provides training and coaching as necessary to develop and improve Recruiter performance. 

 

What will you enjoy doing (duties/tasks)

• Determine current staffing needs and schedules work activities appropriately. 
• Develops and implements long term workforce planning activities to support the operation of the department. 
• Participates in planning and implementation of adverting initiatives sufficient to achieve planned driver hires. 
• Communicates and directs activities of key vendors to support recruiting department initiatives. 
• Monitor needs for company seated trucks and adjusts tactics and strategy accordingly. 
• Plans and conducts recruitment and selection process for Recruiting staff. (Interviews, screening calls etc.). 
• Take steps to ensure positive driver candidate experiences. 
• Develop and direct processes and team members as needed to recruit and engage Independent contractors within the headcount, geographical and cost requirements of the Company’s Operating Plan. 
• Develop capable and effective team members for leadership and individual contributor positions within your areas of responsibility. 
• Develops and collaborates with others to develop performance standards. Measures against metrics. Takes corrective actions as appropriate. 
• Collaborates with, influences, and serves as a point of contact for the employee engagement teams. 
• Recommends and takes responsibility for training and development among staff. 
• Ensures the integrity and timeliness of data entered into system by self, staff, and project teams as designated. 
• Ability to deliver exceptional service through positive engagement and patience. 
• Ability to work in a team environment to continuously improve results. 
• Able to promote a culture of trust and safety. Explores the market best practices and implements appropriate best practices within the organization; Acts as a single point of contact for other company managers regarding recruitment topics.

What you need to succeed (Qualifications, experience, skills, attributes) 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or like discipline, or equivalent Driver Recruiting experience. 
• Ten plus years’ experience in transportation industry and recruiting OTR drivers. 
• Minimum 5 years of demonstrated proficiency in leading and optimizing an applicant tracking system. 
• Minimum 5 years of demonstrated ability to manage others and lead processes. 
• Minimum 5 years of Background Investigation experience. 
• Three years or more experience in managing driver recruiting advertising campaigns. 
• Current working knowledge of human resource functions. 
• Ability to develop team members through effective coaching skills. 
• Ability to effectively communicate to all levels of the organization. 
• Ability to effectively plan to meet deadlines. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Proficiency in current ATS, and human resource software systems. 
• SUPERVISES OTHERS. This position supervise others and responsible for being results oriented, collaborative, delegate effectively and strive for harmony, ensuring team effectiveness. 
• This position will be required to work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, and, with or without reasonable accommodation is required: • Remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time. • Frequently operate a computer for extended periods of time and regularly operate other office productivity machines. • Occasionally ascend/descend stairs and move up to 20 pounds of office objects. • Frequently communicate with peers, supervisors, third parties, and other employees to exchange accurate information and answer questions. • Occasionally attend meetings in buildings outside corporate office and at off-site locations with various internal conditions, and requiring travel in various external conditions. 
• Travel domestically as necessary. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position; other duties outside of normal responsibilities may be performed as necessary to meet the needs of the organization.

 

 

Why You’ll Love DB Schenker 

• Many of our jobs come with great benefits-including healthcare, ways to save for the future, and opportunities for career advancement. 
• Career Advancement. We’re strong believers in continual training and development for our people. After all, your success is our success. 
• Your Safety is important to us, so we will provide protective gear. 
• Health Advocacy support for you and your family. 
• Employee discounts 
• 401(k) option  

 

• How to Get Started 
• You can begin by applying above or visit us at https://dbschenker.com/global/careers 
• Stay Connected With Us 
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Medical

We offer a number of plans for a variety of health care services and supplies, including preventative care, inpatient and outpatient services and prescription drugs.

Vision

The option for separate vision coverage for eye exams, frames, and contact lenses.

Dental

The option for separate dental coverage to cover preventative major and basic dental services.

401(k)

The company offers a pre-tax 401(k) contribution plan with a company match.

Direct Deposit

We offer direct deposit to all employees.

Holidays

On a calendar year basis, the Company pays all employees 6 major holidays, including New Year's Days, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.

At DB Schenker, you are part of a global logistics network that connects the world. A network that allows you to shape your career by encouraging you to contribute and truly make a difference. With more than 76,000 colleagues worldwide, we welcome diversity and thrive on individual backgrounds, perspectives and skills. Together as one team, we are Here to move.

DB Schenker provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.