Fleet Asset & Fuel Manager

Pet Food Experts,LLC•Pawtucket, RI

About The Position

Pet Food Experts is the #1 pet specialty distributor in the U.S., proudly serving more than 10,000 pet retailers nationwide. More than a distributor, we're a trusted partner to the independent pet community, helping retailers, brands, and pet parents thrive. We're looking for a Fleet Asset & Fuel Manager to oversee the lifecycle, performance, and optimization of our private delivery fleet across our distribution network. This role combines fleet management, fuel strategy, vendor management, financial analysis, and regulatory compliance to keep our assets safe, reliable, and cost-efficient.

Requirements

Commercial fleet management experience, preferably with tractors, trailers, or heavy-duty vehicles.
Knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, and IFTA requirements.
Experience with fleet maintenance, fuel programs, and vendor management.
Strong analytical and financial skills with advanced Excel or Google Sheets proficiency.
Ability to analyze fleet data and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Multi-location fleet management experience.
Experience with fleet management or telematics systems such as Samsara, Netradyne, Omnitracs/XRS, or FleetView.
Experience with fleet leasing providers such as Ryder or Penske.
Experience with CapEx planning, fleet replacement, fuel efficiency, or sustainability initiatives.

Responsibilities

Oversee the procurement, leasing, maintenance, utilization, replacement, and decommissioning of tractors, trailers, and fleet assets.
Partner with DCs and maintenance providers to maximize fleet uptime and ensure preventative maintenance and repairs are completed efficiently.
Manage fuel programs, including fuel cards, procurement, vendor relationships, and cost-saving opportunities.
Analyze fuel usage, MPG, idle time, fleet utilization, and maintenance costs to identify opportunities for greater efficiency.
Manage IFTA tracking and filing, DOT/FMCSA compliance, and audit-ready fleet records.
Manage relationships, contracts, SLAs, and performance with leasing, maintenance, and fuel vendors.
Support transportation CapEx planning and long-term fleet replacement strategies.
Use fleet technology and telematics to monitor performance and support data-driven decisions.
Identify and implement opportunities to reduce fleet costs and improve sustainability.