Fleet Manager

About This Role Due to growth, ContainerPort Group, a World Group company, is looking for a Fleet Manager to support our terminal in Houston. The Fleet Manager links drivers and customers, builds trusting relationships, and ensures day‑to‑day operations support on‑time, safe, and profitable shipments. Duties and Responsibilities Provide leadership and supervise our fleet of owner‑operators. Monitor and ensure effective and efficient delivery performance, fleet profitability and compliance with regulations. Assign equipment as needed. Maximize efficiency and profitability of every delivery. Oversee fair and equitable distribution of loads among contractors. Plan and execute order of deliveries to create efficient load drop‑offs and pick‑ups. Accept and decline loads and coordinate with the Customer Success team. Negotiate rates with contractors outside of the ICOA. Develop lasting relationships with the fleet of contractors to improve performance and encourage retention. Resolve customer/terminal/rail disputes involving contractors. Monitor contractor compliance and use discretion to take appropriate action regarding DOT regulations, controlled substance suspicion, hours of service, and vehicle compliance. Coordinate required training for the fleet of contractors. Education and Experience High school diploma required. Alignment with ContainerPort Group’s purpose, brand promise and core values. 2‑5 years of intermodal/container transportation experience required. Working knowledge of DOT regulations. Experience working with a fleet of contractors/owner operators. Exemplary customer service and interpersonal skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey information to customers and owner‑operators in a clear, focused, and concise manner. Strategic thinker who is comfortable in a fast‑paced, always‑on, deadline‑driven environment. Ability to effectively prioritize and accurately execute time‑sensitive tasks. Computerized dispatch skills (experience using TMS). Strong computer skills and experience using MS Outlook, Excel, Teams, and Word. Benefits and Perks Competitive compensation. Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, prescription, dental, vision. Life, AD&D, and disability insurance. Employee Assistance Program. Financial planning. 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match. Paid time off. Flexible work arrangements. Internal mobility and professional development opportunities. Tuition assistance. Bonus eligibility. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr World Shipping, Inc.