CDL-A Driver Manager at LKQ, 8419 Kansas City
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CDL-A Driver Manager
Company: Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc.
Location: Kansas City, KS
Position Type: Transportation Leadership / Shuttle Operations / Dispatch
Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc. is seeking a safety-focused CDL-A Driver Manager in Kansas City, KS. Put your transportation experience to work in a role that combines team leadership with hands-on dispatch coordination.
Why Join Keystone?
- Make a direct impact on the transportation network customers depend on
- Collaborate with warehouse, sales, and cross-dock teams
- Bring your operational ideas to a role with opportunities to improve delivery performance
About the Role
You will oversee shuttle operations, balancing daily freight movement with safety, service quality, customer satisfaction, and cost control.
What You’ll Do
- Plan shuttle and delivery routes with drivers, dispatch trucks and orders, and track scheduled activity to support timely, accurate deliveries
- Coordinate inbound and outbound freight movement with Shipping, Receiving, Security, and other departments as needed
- Communicate with warehouse teams, drivers, and cross-dock supervisors to resolve routing and delivery issues
- Monitor operational quality and customer satisfaction metrics
- Develop and improve delivery processes, implement lean procedures, and analyze cost-reduction opportunities
- Oversee safety procedures, reporting, and accident review activities while maintaining compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies
- Certify drivers using company-preferred driving techniques
Leadership Responsibilities
- Plan, assign, schedule, and review team members’ work to maintain quality and service standards
- Hire, onboard, train, coach, and develop staff, promoting courteous service and teamwork
- Manage performance reviews, corrective action, and employment decisions in accordance with company policies
What We’re Looking For
- Valid commercial driver’s license appropriate for assigned equipment; required CDL-A class and endorsements to be confirmed
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
- 5 years of relevant experience with multi-location distribution, warehousing, or fleet operations
- Prior senior lead or supervisory experience
- Business experience with an emphasis on logistics and supply chain
- Strong organization and cross-department communication skills
- Strong leadership, coaching, and problem-solving skills
Benefits and Perks
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription, HSA, and FSA benefit options
- 401(k) with company match, company-paid life insurance, long-term disability, and short-term disability options
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Tuition assistance and scholarship opportunities for dependents
- Employee referral bonus program and employee purchase discounts
- Ongoing training, internal growth opportunities, leadership development, wellness resources, and Employee Assistance Program access
Who We Are
Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc. is North America’s leading distributor of specialty automotive aftermarket, RV, and marine parts and accessories. Our people-focused culture supports employee growth and is built on our Company Values: Commitment, Customer Service, Execution, Integrity, Leadership, Teamwork, and Fun.
Apply Today
Ready for your next move in transportation leadership? Join Keystone’s Kansas City team. Apply today at www.keystoneautomotive.com/Careers.
Join us for an exciting career journey with positive, driven individuals.