Fleet Manager

You will oversee the Fleet and Maintenance operations of Red Bull Distribution Company’s distribution and support fleet to ensure cost effectiveness, quality, and safety and assist in developing solutions to meet internal customer expectations. Certified experience in key technical repair concerning diesel, gas, and EV systems in light, medium, and heavy-duty vehicles. The Fleet Manager will support the fleet operations for RBDC while successfully executing Fleet KPI’s and delivering all financial and operational commitments. The Fleet Manager will oversee the preventative maintenance and repair programs. You will audit fleet readiness posture, 3rd party repair and purchase orders, provide oversite into telematics, compliance, registration, safety, fuel, and all other fleet-related programs for LD, MD, and HD fleet vehicles.  The role will assist and collaborate with the Director, Fleet and other fleet team members, on day to day fleet operations pertaining to all of Red Bull Distribution Company’s fleet maintenance and management programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Areas that play to your strengths

All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:

• MANAGING THE BUSINESS

  Works directly with Fleet Management Companies to administer and manage fleet maintenance and other fleet programs

  Oversee fleet Maintenance operations to ensure compliance with procedures, Federal, State, and Local fleet related regulations, and budgeted financial targets

  Perform monthly fleet audits and site visits to ensure compliance with all RBDC, DOT, and Safety programs and mentor local Operations/Warehouse Managers and General Sales Managers (GSM) on Fleet Management best practices.

  Assists with execution of RBDC’s warranty and policy programs for recovery of maintenance expenses

  Audits Holman Insights daily to ensure accurate repair information, process and review repair orders for issues or missed warranty claims

  Implement and monitor company’s preventative maintenance program; schedule equipment maintenance aligned with manufacturer’s specifications and company-specific requirements.

  Communicate with field operations team to provide support, respond to inquiries, and on-going coaching and direction to ensure all fleet-related programs are followed and implemented.

  Assists and manages outside maintenance service providers

  Familiar with VMRS and Repair Order coding

  Manages fleet inventory accuracy and ensures proper billing. This includes tracking of all equipment in and out of service.

  Preview quality of work performed by maintenance vendors and invoices for cost associated with that work

  Review and analyze vendor estimates, invoices/purchase orders for cost accuracy.

  Negotiate vendor labor rates and parts pricing when necessary

  Evaluate current vendor performance and identify potential new vendors with assistance and support of local managers

  Identify and monitor trucks and trailers at repair facilities to reduce downtime and rental expenses

  Partner with Operations and Warehouse Managers and vendors to expedite scheduled & unscheduled vehicle repairs

  Monitor and analyze all opportunities to reduce costs and improve efficiencies

  Manages equipment files, records, licenses, inspections, warranties, and service agreements for the organization’s transportation-related equipment and tools as per company and DOT regulations

  Present current status of fleet maintenance costs and initiatives to Operations team at monthly and quarterly meetings

  Active development of initiatives and execution of those plans to drive fleet cost efficiencies within assigned area

  Active and daily communication with managers in assigned area driving execution on all Fleet initiatives

EXPERIENCE

Your areas of knowledge and expertise

that matter most for this role:

• 5+ years' industry experience in fleet management
• 5+ years' experience as a certified diesel technician
• Experience with and effectively use Microsoft Office Suite programs, ability to use and create Power Point presentations and intermediate level Excel worksheets.
• Be able to work effectively in both a team environment and with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with automotive terminology and a thorough understanding of fleet operations and cost dynamics. 
• Must be familiar with LD, MD, and HD vehicle operation, repair, and maintenance
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Must have a valid US driver's license and remain in valid status.

• Travel 50-60%
• Permanent
• Benefits eligible