Fleet Operations - Logistics and Upfit Manager

The Fleet Operations - Logistics and Upfit Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing all logistical operations for Fleet customers and 3rd Party Body Vendor locations. This role requires a solid understanding of Fleet's unique customer needs and processes, and the ability to work directly with fleet leadership to ensure successful execution of fleet business objectives.

Duties include:

• Customer relationship management -responding to Fleet Management Companies and key customers on delivery requirements
• Provide strategic guidance both internally and externally to ensure best practice and processes are executed
• Vehicle Logistics - monitoring fleet network of vehicles in transit.
• Body Vendor coordination / communication - management and execution of internal and external processes related to upfit i.e. ship through
• Communication - coordinate and lead meetings with internal logistics stakeholders
• In transit Repair - working closely with corporate in transit repair team to ensure fleet units progressing through repair process and addressing any bottlenecks.
• Reporting - publishing of key documents for internal / external stakeholders
• Cross Functional Initiatives - alignment to drive operational efficiencies and maximize performance

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum of 8+ years of operations, logistics, or related experience
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Advanced skillset in Microsoft Excel (i.e. pivot tables, macro's, etc.)
• Must be detail oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Excels in building positive working relationships

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in logistics / operations or a related field of study
• Experience within the automotive industry in an operations role
• Strong communication skills in negotiations and conflict management