Logistics & Fleet Manager

HUNTER TRUCK SALES & SERVICE•Butler, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Logistics & Fleet Manager oversees the daily operations, safety, maintenance, utilization, and lifecycle management of Hunter Truck’s fleet of approximately 250–300 vehicles. The role is accountable for transportation logistics, fleet compliance, vehicle replacement planning, vendor management, and cost control, ensuring vehicles are safe, reliable, and available while maximizing efficiency and minimizing downtime and costs. The position supervises and supports 7–10 Route Truck Drivers, manages route planning and transportation schedules, and monitors driver productivity and on-time service. It develops fleet replacement strategies and budgets, coordinates vehicle purchasing, upfitting, deployment, and disposal, and manages fleet and logistics expenses and performance reporting. Some local and overnight travel is required to visit company locations, warehouses, vendor facilities, conferences, and business meetings. The role is based in Butler, New Stanton, or Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and reports to the Senior Vice President of Parts. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The position works in office, dealership, and warehouse settings and may involve occasional exposure to vehicle traffic, moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, varying weather, and moderate noise.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 5 years of experience managing fleet operations, logistics, transportation, or a combination thereof.
Prior supervisory or management experience.
Valid driver's license and ability to meet company insurability standards.
Ability to perform business and financial calculations involving percentages, ratios, averages, budgets, depreciation, and cost analysis.
Ability to analyze operating expenses, maintenance trends, fuel consumption, and vehicle lifecycle costs; prepare forecasts and recommendations for vehicle replacement, capital expenditures, and operational efficiency.
Proficiency in interpreting data and generating reports using Microsoft Excel and fleet management systems.
Ability to calculate and evaluate KPIs for operational decision-making.
Ability to solve complex operational and business problems and apply financial, operational, and regulatory information with sound judgment.
Ability to assess risk, develop strategic recommendations, and make decisions affecting fleet performance, employee safety, operational efficiency, customer service, and profitability.
Ability to travel between company locations, inspect vehicles, climb into and around commercial vehicles, and periodically lift up to 25 pounds.
Ability to work in office and shop environments and meet the stated vision requirements.
Some local and overnight travel is required.

Nice To Haves

Post-secondary degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, Logistics, Fleet Management, or a related field.
Experience overseeing a fleet of 100 or more vehicles.
Experience with vehicle sourcing, purchasing, replacement planning, and asset disposal.
Experience managing commercial drivers and transportation operations.
Valid CDL.

Responsibilities

Oversee the maintenance, repair, condition, and preventive maintenance schedules of the company fleet of approximately 250–300 vehicles.
Monitor vehicle inspections, registrations, licenses, permits, and regulatory compliance.
Coordinate vehicle repairs with internal service departments and external vendors.
Evaluate fleet performance, utilization, fuel consumption, repair costs, and vehicle replacement needs.
Maintain accurate fleet records, including maintenance history, warranties, registrations, and asset inventories.
Investigate vehicle incidents, accidents, and damage claims and coordinate corrective actions.
Ensure fleet operations comply with federal, state, local, DOT, and company safety regulations.
Develop and manage the annual fleet replacement strategy and budget.
Research, evaluate, and procure replacement vehicles; negotiate pricing and specifications with manufacturers, dealerships, upfitters, and vendors.
Coordinate vehicle upfitting, equipment installation, branding, and deployment.
Manage the sale, auction, trade-in, or disposal of retired fleet assets.
Monitor vehicle market trends and lifecycle costs to support purchasing decisions.
Supervise and support 7–10 Route Truck Drivers.
Manage route planning and transportation schedules to ensure timely deliveries and efficient operations.
Monitor route performance, driver productivity, and on-time service metrics.
Assign work schedules and coordinate driver coverage for vacations, absences, and business needs.
Identify opportunities to improve transportation efficiency and reduce operating costs.
Analyze operational data and recommend process improvements to increase productivity.
Maintain and monitor relationships with outside transportation resources, including PACCAR parts distribution facilities and transportation companies.
Develop and manage fleet and logistics budgets; monitor fuel, maintenance, repair, licensing, insurance, and vehicle acquisition expenses.
Implement cost-saving initiatives while maintaining operational effectiveness.
Prepare periodic reports on fleet performance, operational metrics, and budget performance.
Travel to company locations, warehouses, vendor facilities, industry conferences, and other business-related meetings as needed.
Develop and mentor employees and promote safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.