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 hours‑of‑service 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