Fleet Manager
This role oversees the operation, fleet management and maintenance, and administration of a company's vehicles. This role involves strategic planning and management to ensure the fleet operates efficiently, meets the organization’s transportation needs, and adheres to all regulatory and compliance requirements.
Key responsibilities include vehicle acquisition and disposal, managing fuel consumption and emissions, scheduling maintenance and repairs to minimize downtime, and ensuring the safety of all fleet operations. The position often demands a keen eye for optimizing routes and improving driver efficiency to reduce costs and enhance service delivery.
The Fleet Manager typically reports to a higher-level position, such as the Director of Operations or the Chief Operating Officer, depending on the company’s size and structure. This reporting relationship enables strategic alignment of the fleet operations with the broader operational goals and objectives of the organization. Through this structured oversight, the Fleet Manager contributes to the overall efficiency and profitability of the company, with a direct impact on the quality of service delivery and operating costs.
The skills required
To excel as a Fleet Manager, you need a skill set that combines operational knowledge with strategic thinking. Your foundation is built on a thorough understanding of the logistics and transportation industry, including regulatory and compliance requirements.
Proficiency in fleet management software is essential for tracking and optimizing vehicle use, maintenance schedules, and driver assignments. Strong analytical abilities allow you to assess performance data, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement efficiency improvements.
Your role demands excellent negotiating skills for dealing with suppliers and service providers, ensuring you secure the best terms for vehicle procurement, leasing, and maintenance services. Communication skills are paramount as you need to articulate policies, negotiate with stakeholders, and lead your team with clear directives.
Roswell, Georgia is a thriving business hub located just outside of Atlanta. It is one of the most affluent cities in the metro area and a great place to start a business or expan an existing one. The city offers a host of resources and incentives to help businesses succeed. It has a low cost of living, a well-educated workforce, and a business-friendly atmosphere. Roswell also offers an array of resources to help businesses grow, from access to capital to tax credits and more.
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Fleet Manager jobs at Cast USA
When you register with Cast USA as a fleet manager we’ll be able to put you in contact with top organizations around the USA who are looking for just your skills. That could be dedicated logistics and transport corporations, or large companies that operate their own vehicle fleets.
If you’re overseeing recruitment for a business that needs fleet managers, please call 470 845 2800 and speak to one of Cast USA’s expert agents. We’re ready to source the most qualified, motivated and able managerial staff in the jobs market today.
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