Flowers Foods & Subsidiaries is looking to add a talented Company Fleet Manager to our growing team!
Title: Company Fleet Manager
Pay Range: $90,000-115,000/year
Position Location: Remote with occasional travel
Position Overview:
The Company Fleet Manager is responsible for managing the company’s fleet of DSD delivery trucks, ensuring optimal performance, safety, and compliance with all regulations. This role requires development and implementation of strategies to optimize costs, improve reliability, and ensure best practices in fleet management. Knowledge of federal, state, and local motor carrier regulations, licensing, registration, and reporting requirements is essential
Rising to the Challenge: Position Responsibilities
Lead fleet acquisition leveraging expertise of preferred outside vendors
Track the fleet’s locations using GPS devices to monitor how well RSRs are adhering to their schedules
Develop and manage consistent program (processes) for registering and licensing all fleet vehicles
Manage fleet assignments to sales divisions and sales companies
Monitor and measure the distances covered by the fleet to reduce empty miles and improve efficiency
Vehicle degradation and replacing vehicles is an important KPI as it will be crucial for maintaining an efficient and modern fleet
Develop strategies to keep your fuel costs as low as possible
Monitor fleet downtime to ensure they aren’t out of action longer than necessary
Continually maintain vehicle TCO (total cost of ownership) by monitoring the costs that come along with each vehicle in the fleet identify opportunities and make the necessary changes to maximize efficiency
Lead, train, and develop the Company Fleet Specialist(s)
Develop and administer vehicle asset management processes from procurement to disposition
Establish and monitor operational and replacement strategies and practices in a cost-effective manner
Ensure all Flowers’ sales companies work within Company vehicle maintenance, geolocation, and fuel card programs and controls
Ensure Flowers’ sales company compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations
Develop and implement robust training modules for vehicle program, equipment uses, and care
Ensure the satisfaction of the DSD sales team by implementing measures to improve your efficiency through support and assistance by leveraging vendor relationships
Work closely with the DSD sales team communicating driver qualification requirements, compliance updates, and safety protocols
Analyze data to increase fleet operational efficiency and controls
Monitor fuel usage and implement strategies to improve efficiency
Maintain accurate records of vehicle inspections, maintenance, and repairs
Knead to Know: Preferred Qualifications
3 years of practical Fleet Management experience
Proven track record of operational and organizational skills
Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion, and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States, Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Nature's Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Dave's Killer Bread, the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse, and the sweet delights of Tastykake, each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven, Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values and reflects Honesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility. With a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success, Flowers Foods is more than a bakery – it's a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community.
Full-time employees are offered the following benefits:
