Director of Fleet Management

Pritchard Industries is seeking an experienced Director, Fleet Management, to oversee the strategy, operations and performance of our company’s vehicle fleet. This role will report to the SVP, Supply Chain and be responsible for managing the relationship with our fleet management company (FMC) and Pritchard’s Operational staff to ensure cost-effective and efficient fleet operations. The Fleet Manager will play a key role in optimizing fleet performance, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and driving operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, strategic thinking, analytical skills and a deep understanding of fleet management best practices. This is a remote position and requires at least 20% travel.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Management:

• Act as the primary point of contact for the FMC, internal Operations, and any other third parties required to deliver a best-in-class fleet management program.
• Oversee contract performance, ensuring the FMC meets service level agreements (SLAs) and operational targets.
• Develop and execute strategies to optimize all FMC services, including but not limited to vehicle acquisition, fuel management, maintenance, telematics, vehicle remarketing, and toll program.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and identify opportunities for improvement.

Maintenance and Safety:

• Ensure vehicles are maintained according to company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Drive compliance of required maintenance schedules for all vehicles
• Ensure all vehicles meet safety and compliance standards at all times.

Cost Control and Budgeting:

• Track and analyze fuel consumption, maintenance costs, and other expenses to identify trends and opportunities for savings.
• Develop and manage the fleet budget, including fuel costs, maintenance, and insurance.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve operational efficiency.

Compliance, Reporting & Sustainability:

• Prepare and present regular reports on fleet performance, costs, and operational compliance against fleet policy
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of fleet activities, including vehicle registrations, maintenance records, and driver logs.
• Baseline current environmental impact and implement strategies to improve sustainability

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Fleet Manager or in a similar fleet operations role managing a Fleet Management Service Provider .
• Strong knowledge of fleet management software, GPS tracking systems, and telematics.
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