Driver Recruiting Manager – Elk Grove Village IL

Full-time

Job Summary:

The Driver Recruiting Manager is responsible for driving the performance and production of the recruiting team! This is accomplished through planning, organizing, directing growth of our driver pool, and assisting in retention strategies. The DRM will provide new, creative solutions, methods, and programs to keep pace with the marketplace, the needs of drivers, and align with Merx Global’s fleet expansion plan. The DRM will address issues, build trust and confidence, and establish open lines of communication to maintain positive relationships with our prospective drivers.
This position will require a strategic focus with strengths in project management and business development. We are looking for someone with excellent verbal and written communication skills, creativity, and excellent problem-solving skills. Our ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership, coaching, and performance management skills, have excellent interpersonal skills, and be able to work in a multi-tasking environment.
Finally, this position requires related experience in the trucking and mobile logistics industry, strong computer skills, progressive knowledge of the transportation industry, and experience managing recruiting or sales personnel.

Physical Requirements

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an and employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand, walk, and sit.

Physical Requirements

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an and employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand, walk, and sit.

What we offer

Competitive Wages
Bonus incentives for hitting hiring targets
Health, Dental and Vision
401(k) Plan w/employer matching
PTO and Holiday Pay

Maintain a team of Driver Recruiters to meet driver hiring requirements
Train the recruiting team to follow qualifying requirements for driver hiring guidelines
Manage driver application process to ensure compliant and complete driver applications
Measure and constantly improve the hiring metrics of each Driver Recruiter
Work closely with leadership to provide the necessary resources to achieve defined hiring goals
Work closely with recruiters and other departments to make sure drivers are moved efficiently through the hiring process.
Establish relevant recruiting goals through daily and weekly reporting and ensure the recruiting team is meeting hiring targets.
Establish departmental recruiting metrics that align with fleet expansion goals

Demonstrates strong organizational and documentation skills
Able to communicate effectively both in-person and through written correspondences and presentations with candidates, recruiters, peers, managers, and leadership
Detail oriented, self-motivated, and results driven
Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
Fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent multi-tasking, time management and problem-solving abilities
Highly organized initiative-taker with the ability to self-direct and self-prioritize work with the ability to pivot as needed
Thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment and promote a positive workplace culture

Demonstrates strong organizational and documentation skills
Knowledge of DOT truck driver requirements
Previous relevant work experience in logistics, trucking a plus
Prior recruiting team or sales team management experience highly preferred
Experience recruiting or hiring professional truck drivers required
Experience with candidate data mining strategies
Strong knowledge of Tenstreet applicant tracking systems required
Knowledge of trucking, HOS, DOT regulations a plus

INTERESTED?

We’re always looking for talent to join our team. If you have what it takes, send us an application.

DRIVERS STICK WITH US

At MERX, our turnover rate is a fraction of the industry average. This helps us provide our customers with a level of service and experience that’s unmatched in the industry.

Industry average driver turnover rate

Merx average driver turnover rate

MERX APPROVAL RATING

Based on client and driver reviews

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