Fleet Manager - Remote

1w1 week ago

Bakelite

Atlanta, US · Full-time · $90,000 – $120,000

About this role

At Bakelite, you’ll help create a better tomorrow with sustainable and innovative chemistry today. As Fleet Manager, oversee the planning, dispatching, and execution of liquid chemical bulk shipments across three manufacturing sites. Leverage Samsara telematics and BluJay TMS to optimize routing, ensure visibility, and control costs.

A typical day involves building daily dispatch plans, scheduling drivers based on priorities, HOS, and equipment needs. Monitor operations with Samsara for GPS, safety alerts, and compliance. Manage loads in BluJay TMS, coordinate tank washes, and handle exceptions like delays or breakdowns.

Supervise company drivers through coaching, safety briefings, ride-alongs, and training on chemical handling. Ensure HOS/ELD compliance, manage qualification files, and lead investigations for spills or accidents. Oversee fleet readiness including tractors, tank trailers, pumps, and maintenance programs.

Bakelite champions associates with continued learning, personal development paths, and a focus on planetary protection. Safety is a 24/7 core value for families, colleagues, and communities. Join a culture that values the associate experience from top to bottom.

Requirements

Proficiency leveraging Samsara telematics for routing optimization and visibility
Experience with BluJay TMS for load management and operational control
Knowledge of HOS/ELD compliance and driver qualification files
Familiarity with DOT, FMCSA, EPA, OSHA, and hazardous chemical regulations
Skills in managing company drivers including scheduling, coaching, and safety training
Ability to coordinate tank wash planning, certifications, and product compatibility
Expertise in fleet maintenance programs and tracking out-of-service assets
Capability to lead investigations for spills, releases, and preventable accidents

Responsibilities

Oversee planning, dispatching, and execution of liquid chemical bulk shipments across three sites
Build and manage daily/weekly dispatch plans optimizing driver assignments and equipment utilization
Schedule and dispatch drivers based on priorities, time windows, HOS, and equipment compatibility
Monitor operations using Samsara telematics for GPS visibility, HOS, and safety alerts
Manage loads in BluJay TMS including load creation, tendering, documentation, and closeout
Supervise and coach company drivers ensuring alignment with site logistics needs
Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, EPA, OSHA, and hazardous chemical regulations
Oversee fleet readiness of tractors, tank trailers, pumps, compressors, and chemical equipment