Fleet Manager

Job Description:

• This role is onsite 5 days a week in Milpitas, CA
• The Fleet Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the operations of Logistics fleet of vehicles.
• The Fleet Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and cost-effective use of the company's vehicles, as well as ensuring compliance with all local state and federal safety regulations and maintenance schedules.

Responsibilities:

• Fleet Operations Management:
• Develops, implements, and monitors plans, policies, and procedures related to the operation of the fleet division.
• Manage inventory control to reduce vehicle downtime while ensuring maximum cost containment.
• Work with cross functional departments to ensure all invoices are accounted for and paid in a timely manner.
• Assess operational needs and makes recommendations for optimal utilization of vehicle assets
• Vehicle Maintenance and Repair:
• Ensure all vehicles in the fleet are properly maintained and serviced according to manufacturer guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate and schedule routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs with internal or external service providers.
• Work closely with management to identify and report any new damages or abuse of company vehicles.
• Timely fleet evaluations and maintenance plans to ensure reliable vehicles are available to meet operational requirements
• Cultivate long-term relationships with Fleet vendors
• Cost Control and Budgeting:
• Provide budget recommendations for fleet operations.
• Develop and manage the fleet budget, including forecasting expenses, analyzing variances, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Implement strategies to optimize fuel efficiency, reduce fuel costs, and monitor fuel consumption.
• Fleet Reporting and Analysis:
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all fleet-related information, including service records, vehicle registrations, licenses, and insurance.
• Managing vehicle licensure and registration and ensuring compliance of the company with government regulations that have to do with the transportation industry
• Generate regular reports on fleet performance, maintenance costs, fuel usage, and other key performance indicators.
• Monitor and analyze fleet data, such as fuel consumption, maintenance records, and driver performance, to identify areas for improvement and cost reduction.
• Present findings and recommendations to management, highlighting areas where cost savings or process improvements can be made.
• Team Management:
• Lead and support the Fleet Coordinators/Supervisors to ensure all Fleet related activities are done according to schedule.
• Assign responsibilities, set performance goals, and conduct performance evaluations.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork, open communication, and continuous learning

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience. Startup experience is a plus
• At Least 5 years of experience working with Last Mile Delivery Fleet managing a minimum of 200 vehicles
• Experience using Excel, Google Suite and ability to handle large amounts of data, creating pivot tables, data visualization and make informed decisions
• Experience managing multiple sites for fleet operations
• Experience with contract negotiations with fleet vendors like Enterprise and Penske etc