Fleet Manager

Gerten Greenhouses and Garden Center, Inc•Inver Grove Heights, MN

21h•$95,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to lead a high-impact operation that keeps our business moving every day of the week? We’re looking for an experienced Fleet Manager to oversee our delivery fleet supporting garden center, wholesale, and greenhouse operations based out of our Inver Grove Heights Location. In this leadership role, you’ll guide drivers and dispatch teams, ensure safe and reliable transportation of live plants and related products, and help drive operational excellence across all locations. This position offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on customer satisfaction, product quality, safety, and cost control—while leading a dedicated team in a fast-paced, seasonal environment. We are seeking a candidate able to commit to full-time leadership hours, support seven-day operations, and provide on-call or extended coverage during peak seasons as needed. Grow with Gertens today!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain, transportation management, business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
8–10 years of progressive fleet, transportation, or logistics management experience
Minimum of 5 years in a senior or multi-site leadership role managing drivers, dispatch, and fleet assets
Strong working knowledge of DOT/FMCSA compliance and transportation safety
Experience managing live, perishable, or time-sensitive products preferred
Proven leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
Strong financial, budgeting, and analytical capabilities
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Nice To Haves

CDL (Class A or B), Certified Fleet Manager (CAFM), or similar certifications preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day operations and strategic direction of fleet and dispatch functions supporting retail, wholesale, and internal distribution
Supervise, coach, and develop drivers, a Dispatch Manager, and dispatch support staff
Partner with HR on hiring, onboarding, training, performance management, and succession planning
Oversee dispatch planning, route optimization, and load scheduling to maximize efficiency and service levels
Ensure reliable, on-time deliveries and resolve escalated service issues or capacity challenges
Partner with the Safety Manager to ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and state/local regulations
Oversee driver qualification files, hours of service, inspections, and incident reporting
Lead accident investigations and continuous safety improvement initiatives
Develop and manage fleet budgets, including fuel, maintenance, insurance, leasing, and capital expenses
Analyze fleet performance data to identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities
Collaborate closely with Operations, Sales, Greenhouse/Nursery leadership, Garden Centers, Feed Stores, HR, and Finance
Support seasonal planning and peak-volume contingency coverage