Fleet Manager

Boscov’s•St. Lawrence, PA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Boscov’s Department Store is looking for a Fleet Manager based in Reading, PA to lead our 24/5 private fleet. You’ll oversee delivery to our 51 stores, line-hauls, and a growing backhaul operation, while keeping the whole operation safe, compliant, and on budget. Our fleet is a local fleet where drivers are in day cabs and work Monday through Friday. This role calls for strong leadership, sharp decision-making, and the ability to work across corporate divisions and locations to hit specific goals. You’ll need at least 3 years of solid managerial experience in transportation or fleet management, plus the ability hire, retain, and lead a fleet of drivers and supervisors.

Requirements

At least 3 years experience in fleet roles with supervisory or management experience
Extensive knowledge of DOT, HOS and OSHA regulations; ability to operate in compliance with company, state and federal transportation regulations
Strong written and verbal skills to communicate effectively with drivers, support staff, and the senior management team
Ability to manage multiple projects in a team environment

Nice To Haves

Bilingual preferred

Responsibilities

Oversight of 24-hr private fleet, including delivery to our 51 stores, line-hauls, and a growing backhaul operation
Monitor driver safety performance and ensure full compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and other laws and policies.
Work with operations/distribution to ensure adequate fleet hours are available for daily volume variations, seasonal surges and ad hoc needs
Manage equipment resources including yard trucks, straight trucks, semi cabs, and more than 600 trailers.
Stay familiar with the transportation supplier market and assess outsourcing options, including fleet leasing and fleet programs such as maintenance and accident management
Develop and manage daily operational metrics to improve on-time performance, efficiency, equipment utilization, and profitability; track monthly performance against forecast
Perform Fleet Safety role working with the Director of Transportation to lead and enforce all fleet safety policies, programs, and reviews.
Create and establish fleet policies and procedures (vehicle assignment, replacement cycles, accident reporting) and edit/update existing policy as needed
Own driver hiring, training and development; maintain and manage Driver Qualification files
Establish specific yearly measurable goals and objectives; formulate action plans to ensure priorities are achieved