Department Manager II — Feed or Live Haul

Job overview

The Department Manager II — Feed or Live Haul role is onsite in Springdale, AR. The posting lists an expected annual pay range of $59,102–$67,538.90 and a full pay range of $59,102–$93,509. The role oversees a department across multiple locations and supports drivers and customers for Covenant Logistics. The manager coordinates transportation activity, fleet utilization, and customer communication while coaching experienced drivers and overseeing dispatchers where applicable. The role contributes to service reliability, safety, cost control, and company goals by monitoring loads, equipment, and driver performance.

What you'll do

• Oversee a department across multiple locations
• manage and coach professional drivers
• monitor performance, attendance, safety, and quality
• direct or dispatch transportation activities
• manage service failures, equipment utilization, fuel, maintenance, and turnover
• maintain customer relations
• track loads and communicate updates
• manage driver schedules and requests
• coordinate with internal departments
• support driver payroll and fuel needs
• assist with loading processes and customer-specific requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

department manager ii

transportation operations

feed

live haul

fleet management

driver coaching

dispatch

customer relations

springdale ar

covenant logistics

$59,102–$93,509/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) match, serious health condition pay, medical, dental and vision insurance, telemedicine, disability and life insurance, HSA, PTO, paid holidays, volunteer time, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, adoption assistance, EAP, and pet insurance.

Why this role

Requires three or more years of transportation experience and leadership experience; a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required. A valid CDL is preferred.

About the employer

Covenant Logistics is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Support Activities for Road Transportation. Sector: 48.