Division Fleet Manager

Primo Brands

12d

About The Position

Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets.
We are currently seeking a Division Fleet Manager to join our team.
If you are a current associate of Primo Brands, please apply via myADP.
The Fleet Division Manager ensures that the Company’s vehicle maintenance programs are executed in an efficient, safe and economical manner by providing leadership, and coordinating and directing employee activities engaged in servicing and repairing equipment and vehicles assigned to the Company. This role will deliver all financial commitments, build organization capabilities by utilizing performance management, instill a safety culture, integrate Continuous Improvement (CI) processes and principles, and develop solutions to meet customer expectations.
Operational, tactical and strategic Role – The DFM is responsible for all things fleet within their assigned territory. This includes, and not limited to:
Route and general delivery vehicles
Material handling equipment
Tractors, trailers & tankers
Fuel strategies and infrastructures
Fleet shops, technicians, repair vendors

Requirements

• Any combination of education and/or experience equivalent to the completion of an associate’s degree or 60 semester units or equivalent in automotive technology. (Preferred)
• This person will need to be available to travel 40-60% of the time.
• 5+ years of increasingly responsible experience in fleet maintenance of over-the-road and transport equipment; with at least 3 years’ experience in the supervision and management of fleet operations.
• Must possess excellent communication, coaching, and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the following: principles, methods and practices pertaining to the supervision of fleet maintenance and repair operations; implementation of fleet operational goals, objectives, policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements (OSHA, DOT, HAZMAT, EPA), as well as federal, state and local laws.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs.
• Travel requirement: up to 40%-60% (to observe and audit vehicle performance and maintenance in remote locations).
• Candidates must possess strong English language skills to effectively communicate with customers and provide exceptional service. Proficiency in English is essential for understanding customer needs, resolving inquiries, and collaborating with team members.

Nice To Haves

• A valid Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs compliance with or assists in the establishment of programs, policies, and procedures to attract, develop, and retain a competent and motivated workforce, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, performance management, and counseling.
• Plans, directs, and monitors preventive maintenance and repair programs for all Company vehicles.
• Has management responsibility involving staffing, conducting performance appraisals, training and developing subordinates.
• Daily productivity tracking and coaching
• Coordinate training for Diagnostic platforms, fleet database, specialty activities
• Lead safety training and activities
• Manage payroll
• Participating in the Division Operations Team with cross functional partners to achieve financial and business goals
• Influences good fleet practices to all Operational employees within the Region
• Participating in the National Fleet Team with DFM’s from around the country
• Ensure consistent processes Nationally
• Improve processes to build efficiencies and safe work practices
• P&L Adherence to budgets
• Review and explain P&L variances monthly
• Drive execution of National purchasing programs
• Ensure execution of the Tire process
• Minimize / right size parts inventories
• Minimizing 3rd Party Repairs for all vehicle types
• Eliminating Short Term Rentals
• National & local vendor execution in the field
• Supports and contributes to the development and success of warranty and policy programs for recovery of expenses.
• Ensures compliance with all Primo Brands policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, flexible spending account (FSA), dependent care flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA)
• 401K with a 5% match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Employee Life Insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, spouse/domestic partner/child life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment
• Employee discounts, save on auto, home, and pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation and sick time, 9 paid holidays and 3 paid floating holidays, paid leave for when you have a baby, adopt a child, or become a foster parent, legal services, identity theft protection, employee assistance program (EAP), adoption reimbursement benefit, FEDlogic, commuter benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree