Job Description
Driver Manager
ELITE BRANDS OF COLORADO INC - 3.9
Denver, CO Job Details Full-time $65,960 - $70,960 a year 1 day ago Benefits Profit sharing Health insurance Dental insurance Happy hour Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount Qualifications Equipment service recordkeeping Staff supervision Road transportation operations Automobile maintenance requirements Managing logistics operations teams Team supervision Outdoor work Coaching Operations coordination planning Employee relationship building Performance feedback (performance evaluation method) Mid-level Incident Escalation Route planning Performing regular vehicle safety checks Fleet compliance management Fleet management Maintenance activity documentation Team development Hiring DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations Driver's License Delivery optimization distribution operations Continuous improvement Decision making Team training Driver log management Driver behavior monitoring Recruiting Implementing route optimization projects Full Job Description About You You are a high energy, solutions driven operations leader who takes ownership and thrives in a fast paced environment. You take pride in keeping a delivery team running smoothly, safely, and efficiently. You're motivated by building strong relationships, developing people, and creating structure that helps a team succeed every day. You're the kind of person who: Brings 2-5 years of delivery, logistics, routing, or transportation leadership experience. Is highly organized, proactive, and able to balance daily execution with long term planning. Communicates clearly, giving direct and constructive feedback, and builds trust with drivers, peers, and customers. Enjoys problem solving, coaching, and creating efficiencies in a dynamic environment. Has a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record. About the Role The Delivery Manager oversees all delivery operations for Elite Brands of Colorado, ensuring our routes run efficiently, our drivers feel supported, and our customers receive exceptional service. You'll manage route planning, staffing, vehicle maintenance coordination, and day to day delivery execution while fostering a culture of professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement. This is a full time, on site leadership role that requires strong communication, time management, and the ability to adapt quickly as the day unfolds. Snapshot of What You'll Do Route Planning — Build efficient daily routes, balance loads, limit miles/hours, evaluate route structure quarterly, and maintain routing tables. Driver Leadership — Hire, train, coach, evaluate, and support drivers; lead quarterly driver meetings; provide daily supervision and feedback. Daily Delivery Oversight — Manage real time delivery issues, partner with customers, and ensure high quality service throughout the day. Driver Check In — Review end of day issues, document concerns, coach on mistakes, and escalate when needed. Vehicle Maintenance Coordination — Oversee monthly vehicle checks, track maintenance logs, and plan for equipment needs. DOT Compliance — Stay current on federal regulations, maintain DVIR/log books, and keep training materials updated. About the Work Environment You'll split time between office and warehouse environments, regularly working around moving equipment, outdoor weather, and moderate noise. Physical activity is part of the job—you'll walk, stand, climb, kneel, and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. About the Perks Elite Brands offers a competitive compensation package and a culture that values teamwork, professional growth, and celebrating wins together. Benefits include:
Profit sharing Big employee discounts Happy Hour every Friday Employee lounge Fun and inclusive culture Retirement savings matching Medical, dental, vision, life, PTO, anniversary trips, and more About Us Elite Brands of Colorado—recognized as Craft Beer Wholesaler of the Year and a Top 100 Family Owned Business in Colorado—represents some of the finest wine, beer, and spirit suppliers in the world. We believe in fast feedback, continuous development, and empowering our teams with modern tools and strong leadership. Learn more about us at www.elite-brands.com. Operations experience — 2-5 years in delivery, routing, logistics, or transportation leadership. Proactive mindset — anticipates issues, takes initiative, and stays ahead of daily operational needs. Organized and efficient — manages fast‑moving daily operations with strong follow‑through. Strong communicator — confident giving feedback and building trust with drivers and internal teams. Problem‑solver — comfortable making quick decisions and improving processes on the fly. Meets driving requirements — valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
