Fleet Manager

Company Cozzi Recycling is a full-service scrap metal recycling company based in Bellwood, IL, serving Chicago and the Midwest with over 80 years of industry expertise as a mill-direct supplier of ferrous and nonferrous scrap metal. Job Description Are you an experienced transportation leader ready to take ownership of a growing fleet? Cozzi Recycling is looking for a full-time Fleet Manager to join our team in Bellwood, IL. This role oversees the daily performance of a fleet of approximately 20-25 trucks and leads a team of two Dispatchers and one Transportation Safety Manager, with accountability for safety, productivity, customer service, and overall operational profitability. Responsibilities Oversee daily operation and performance of approximately 20-25 company trucks, including dispatching, routing, scheduling, and asset utilization Monitor key performance indicators such as revenue, cost per mile, equipment utilization, driver productivity, and on-time service Develop and implement operational strategies to improve efficiency and profitability Coordinate equipment availability, maintenance schedules, and fleet replacement planning Directly supervise and mentor two Dispatchers and one Transportation Safety Manager, setting performance expectations and accountability standards Conduct coaching, training, evaluations, and development planning for transportation staff Partner with the Transportation Safety Manager to ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and company safety requirements Monitor driver qualification files, Hours of Service compliance, accident investigations, and corrective action programs Maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and drivers, resolving service issues promptly Deliver strong customer service to both internal and external customers, acting as a key point of contact for drivers, dispatchers, and other departments internally, and for customers and vendors externally Manage transportation budgets and operating expenses, reviewing fuel, maintenance, and labor costs for savings opportunities Prepare operational reports, performance metrics, and management summaries Requirements Have 5+ years of transportation, trucking, logistics, or fleet management experience Have prior supervisory or management experience overseeing dispatch, drivers, or transportation personnel Have strong knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, safety, and compliance regulations Have strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills Be proficient with transportation management systems, fleet software, and Microsoft Office Preferred Experience Background managing local, regional, construction, recycling, industrial, or commercial transportation operations #J-18808-Ljbffr