Own your role as the Director of Fleet to lead strategic purchasing, driver and maintenance coordination, and vendor relationship management for a national landscaping company offering great benefits and competitive salary.
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Salary: $160,000 - $180,000 per year
A bit about us:
Our Client is a professional Arborist and Landscaping company with presence in six states across the country.
Why join us?
- Ideal healthcare insurances and benefits
- Company paid life & AD&D insurances
- Employee Assistance Program
- 7 paid holidays, 3 days paid bereavement, 5 days paid jury duty, paid sick days
- Employee equity program
- Flexible Time Off plan
- Gym membership and mobile carrier discounts
- Education Assistance
- Career advancement opportunities
Job Details
The Director of Fleet will oversee the purchasing and maintenance of vehicles while providing strategic leadership to maximize profitability and operational efficiency.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Lead the strategic purchase and maintenance of vehicles for deliveries
- Conduct research to determine the most cost-efficient procedures for vehicle acquisition, whether through leasing or purchasing
- Negotiate and secure best-price contracts to optimize business revenue
- Drive continuous improvement in all aspects of the fleet operations department by evaluating and enhancing existing methodologies and processes
- Promote a positive corporate image and foster strong inter-business relationships with partners
- Maintain professional relationships with vendors, championing company initiatives and values
- Oversee inventory procedures to ensure accuracy and efficiency
- Implement cost-cutting strategies and initiatives to maximize profit margins
- Maintain comprehensive vehicle servicing records and ensure operational efficiency across the fleet year-round
- Collaborate closely with Drivers and Auto Mechanics to ensure seamless operations and adherence to company standards
- Develop efficient driver schedules to optimize profits
- Manage drivers to ensure strict adherence to schedules
- Register and license all vehicles under management
- Develop and implement strategies for enhanced fuel efficiency
- Maintain detailed records of vehicle servicing and inspections
- Play a key role in the recruitment of high-quality drivers into the fleet
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics or Finance preferred
- Minimum of 8-10 years of related work experience
- Minimum of 5 years in a senior Fleet Management or comparable role
- Relevant training and/or certifications as a Fleet Manager
- Extensive experience in Fleet, Procurement, and Facilities management
- Proven track record as a Director of Fleet or in a similar executive role
- Expertise in working with and maintaining databases, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant tools
- Exceptional ability to conceptualize and execute large-scale projects, foreseeing challenges and addressing operational needs
- Strategic and tactical thinking capabilities
- Proven experience in optimizing all facets of fleet operations through process streamlining and securing the best prices for inventory
- Analytical mindset with strong business acumen
- Outstanding organizational ability
- Exceptional interpersonal skills for collaboration with various departments
- Proficiency in multitasking and effective task prioritization
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