Manager, Driver Planning

The Manager, Driver Planning oversees the efficient planning, scheduling, and management of bus drivers to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective service delivery across our U.S. operations, which includes 55+ driver domiciles and 900+ drivers. This role ensures optimal driver utilization while maintaining full compliance with labor laws, driving regulations, and company policies. The position plays a critical role in balancing operational demands, driver wellbeing, and the service quality that drives our business forward.

Develop and maintain driver schedules that meet service requirements and comply with labor laws and hoursofservice regulations
• Ensure all driver schedules comply with DOT regulations, company policies, and safety standards
• Coordinates run bid and schedule changes per company collective bargaining agreements at least 3 times a year
• Partner with People Team to identify and support ongoing staffing needs
• Provide guidance to Field Leadership teams in decision-making, operations planning, etc,
• Maintains driver data, metrics, and reporting for senior leadership line-of-sight
• Assist on departmental and interdepartmental strategic initiatives as needed

• 7+ years experience in transportation, logistics, workforce planning, or dispatch operations
• Experience in unionized workforce preferred
• Experience in bus, motorcoach, or public transit operations preferred
• Strong understanding of D.O.T. hours of service regulations preferred
• Demonstrated organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment, both collaboratively and independently
• Proven proficiency in Microsoft tools and ecosystem

Benefits

• Competitive Medical, Vision, and Dental plans, including FSAs and Telemedicine support
• 401k plans with up to 4% of matching contributions
• Flexible Time Off - Take time off when you need it, as you need it, as long as work is covered
• 8 weeks of 100% paid parental leave
• Company-funded life insurance policy and supplemental life insurance options
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 per year
• Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 access to free over-the-phone counselling to help you with a variety of personal needs; including emotional and mental well-being, addiction and recovery, marital and family problems, and legal and financial issues
• Free travel for yourself and eligible dependents on both FlixBus and Greyhound services