Fleet Program Manager

Würth Industry USA • Roanoke, VA

8h

About The Position

The Fleet Program Manager develops, implements and maintains a standardized fleet program covering policies, procedures, governance and controls for safe, efficient and cost-effective vehicle use. The role coordinates the full vehicle lifecycle, from specifications and acquisition through assignment, utilization, maintenance, replacement and disposal, and establishes operating standards that support legal, company and environmental requirements.

Working with Compliance, Legal, Human Resources, Safety, Finance, Procurement, Information Technology and operating companies, the manager aligns and documents fleet decisions and supports their adoption. The position manages fleet systems, procurement, vendors, budgets and performance reporting; monitors operating measures and implements corrective actions and improvements. It also supports driver onboarding and training, fleet sustainability initiatives, audits and continuous improvement, and advises internal teams on fleet-related matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration or a related field, or equivalent business experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in fleet management, transportation, logistics or related program management.
• Strong knowledge of fleet operations, vehicle lifecycle management, transportation processes, vendor management and supply chain practices.
• Exceptional project management, analytical, problem-solving, negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across the organization.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with fleet management systems, telematics, data analytics, budgeting, procurement and performance reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain standardized fleet policies, procedures, governance and controls.
• Coordinate vehicle lifecycle management, including specifications, acquisition, assignment, utilization, maintenance, replacement and disposal.
• Establish program requirements and operating standards that support applicable legal requirements, company policies and environmental and sustainability objectives.
• Partner with internal functions and operating companies to align, document and adopt fleet decisions.
• Identify, implement and maintain fleet management, telematics and reporting systems.
• Create and manage fleet procurement, including specifications, sourcing, standardization, contract requirements and total-cost-of-ownership analysis.
• Identify, manage and negotiate with vehicle, maintenance, fuel, telematics and other service providers.
• Develop and manage the fleet budget, forecast costs and identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining safety, service and compliance.
• Monitor maintenance, downtime, fuel and energy usage, utilization and operating costs; implement corrective actions and process improvements.
• Develop and maintain driver onboarding, training and qualification processes.
• Support fleet sustainability initiatives, including fuel-efficiency improvements, emissions reduction and vehicle electrification opportunities.
• Develop and report KPIs, dashboards and management updates on fleet performance, utilization, safety, cost and program effectiveness.
• Coordinate fleet audits, issue resolution, corrective actions and continuous-improvement initiatives; maintain appropriate records and documentation.
• Provide internal guidance on fleet utilization, vehicle selection, safety, maintenance, vendor performance and program requirements.

Benefits

• Maternity/paternal leave after 1 year of service.
• Tuition reimbursement eligible after 1 year of service.
• Medical, vision, dental and life insurance, plus other health benefits and programs.
• 401(k).
• Short-term disability and long-term disability.
• Paid time off accrued per pay period, with an additional day earned per year of service.
• 10 paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior