Fleet Director
Premier Truck Rental
- Fort Wayne, IN
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Strategic Planning: Develop and implement long-term fleet strategies aimed at maximizing asset utilization and profitability.
- Inventory Management: Oversee inventory levels to ensure that the fleet size meets market demands. This includes the acquisition and sale of assets as required.
- Product Line Development: Be a thought leader in the development expansion of the rental product line. Identifying new products that support growth and enhanced customer value.
- Budget Management: In collaboration with Supply Chain and Remarketing, prepare annual budgets for fleet operations, including procurement, production, maintenance, and disposal of assets.
- Maintenance Oversight: Coordinate with the operations and field service to ensure that all vehicles and equipment are regularly serviced, maintained, and meet safety standards.
- Data Analysis: Utilize data analytics tools to track performance metrics and make informed decisions.
- Team Leadership: Lead, coach, and develop fleet staff and ensure they are properly trained to perform their duties effectively.
- Customer Relations: Ensure the fleet department delivers the highest level of customer service. Address and resolve any customer concerns or disputes promptly.
- Reporting: Ensure the highest level of data integrity, and provide regular updates to senior management about fleet performance, utilization rates, maintenance issues, and financial metrics.
- Risk Management & Compliance: Ensure that the fleet operations adhere to all local, state, and federal regulations and industry best practices. Implement risk management strategies to protect assets and reduce liability exposure.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in fleet management or related field, with a preference for experience in the construction or automotive rental industry.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or related field required. An advanced degree is a plus.
- Strong strategic leadership skills with a proven ability to manage large teams.
- 25% travel required.
- Affiliation with the following associations: NAFA Fleet Management Association, AEM (Association of Equipment Manufacturers), AEMP (Association of Equipment Management Professionals), CONEXPO (International Construction and Utility Equipment Exposition)
- Proficient in fleet management software and standard office software, such as Microsoft Office.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Commitment to upholding the highest standards of safety and compliance.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.