Manager, Corporate Fleet & Logistics

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois, +4 more states.

📋 Description

• Lead and oversee a team of direct reports within the Fleet Services Department.

• Foster productive working relationships between Fleet Services and internal customers to support the objectives and mission of Lewis Services.

• Provide assistance to the Fleet Director and Regional Fleet Supervisors as required.

• Ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures.

• Manage and oversee the annual capital budget for all companies.

• Supervise the work of fleet specialists and coordinators tasked with DOT compliance, vehicle titling and registration, toll and traffic violations, recall campaigns, and administration of the fleet management system.

• Oversee the disposal of company assets and the administration of the annual dielectric testing program.

• Lead the administration, analysis, and invoicing of GPS systems, while monitoring preventative maintenance programs across all companies.

• Track DOT roadside inspections and manage required documentation.

• Compile data for audits, regulatory reviews, and management reports.

• Supervise transportation logistics and dispatch operations to enhance scheduling, routing, and fleet asset utilization.

• Collaborate with operations managers, supervisors, and field personnel to prioritize transportation requests and align fleet resources with business requirements.

• Design and implement routing and logistics strategies aimed at reducing transportation costs and enhancing operational efficiency.

• Oversee fleet deployment and dispatch activities to facilitate the timely movement of personnel, equipment, materials, and company assets.

• Analyze transportation metrics, route performance, fuel consumption, and utilization data to identify areas for process improvement.

• Manage relationships with third-party transportation providers, rental vendors, and logistics partners when additional fleet resources are necessary.

• Assess and implement transportation and dispatch technologies, including GPS, telematics, routing, and logistics management systems.

• Ensure that transportation activities adhere to DOT regulations, company policies, and established safety standards.

• Support emergency response planning and coordinate fleet and logistics resources during storm restoration, outage responses, and other emergency situations.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least five years of management experience in fleet operations, logistics, transportation, or a related area.

• Proven experience in leading teams and managing fleet, dispatch, or transportation operations.

• In-depth knowledge of DOT compliance requirements, fleet maintenance programs, asset management, and transportation logistics.

• Capability to analyze operational and financial data, manage budgets, and pinpoint opportunities for cost and utilization improvements.

• Excellent communication, organizational, problem-solving, and cross-functional partnership skills.

• Proficient in using computers, mobile devices, and fleet management technology.

• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Transportation Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.

• Familiarity with Transportation Management Systems (TMS), dispatch systems, route optimization software, GPS platforms, and fleet telematics.

• Experience in supporting utility, construction, vegetation management, or another asset-intensive operational field.

🏝️ Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

• Paid training and certifications

• Health, dental, vision, and HSA options

• 401(k)

• Paid time off

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)