Fleet Manager

Have you ever enjoyed Arnold\u00ae, Brownberry\u00ae or Oroweat\u00ae bread? A Thomas\u2019\u00ae English muffin or bagel? Or perhaps snacked on a Sara Lee\u00ae, Entenmann\u2019s\u00ae or Marinela\u00ae cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then you know Bimbo Bakeries USA! More than 20,000 associates in bakeries, sales centers, offices and on sales routes work to ensure our consumers have the freshest products at every meal. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we provide a safe and inclusive work environment that appreciates diversity, promotes development and allows our associates to be their authentic selves. #LI-CW2 Come join the largest baking company in the world and our family of 20,000 associates nationwide! \ufeff Top Reasons to Work at Bimbo Bakeries USA: Salary Range: $91,800 \u2013 $119,300 Annual Bonus Eligibility Comprehensive Benefits Package Paid Time Off 401k \u0026amp; Company Match Job Description \u00a0The Fleet Manager is responsible for the management and daily operation of specific garages in term of staff, maintenance, safety and third-party vendors within a region, as well as responsibility for the implementation and achievement of Fleet operational programs and policies within the Central US Region. Key Job Responsibilities: Responsible for managing company owned vehicles, garages, and mechanics to provide a safe and dependable fleet of vehicles Responsible for ensuring and maintaining a safe environment through compliance of all Company, Local, State and Federal mandates or programs. Create a Continuous Improvement environment by improving products, service, and processes with the objective to reduce waste within the Region while striving for efficiency and profitability. Oversee mechanics that perform all mechanical repairs needed to all types of vehicles/equipment and to make proper decisions to make sure all vehicles/equipment are ready to safely operate when needed. Knowledge on how to perform light and heavy-duty repairs in order to coach and/or train mechanics. Champion special projects to achieve budget and productivity goals. Utilize Fleet tools and programs to manage defined standards. Complete and lead fleet audit compliance and correction within area of responsibility. Manage preventive maintenance program compliance, maintain accurate records on all services and DOT /State inspections performed. Complete incident reports and conduct full incident investigation to determine root cause. Administration of Fleet Department Safety programs within the region. Review purchasing programs and manage parts inventory. Acquire and maintain expertise in our fleet maintenance management software Assist in controlling annual budgets, and implementing cost cutting measures. Oversee third party maintenance provider. Job Requirements Technical Degree in related field, Bachelor\u0027s is preferred. A combination of education, training and experience that results in demonstrated competency to perform the work may be substituted. 5-7 years\u0027 experience in Fleet or Transportation field. Knowledge of DOT and state inspection programs. Background in heavy vehicle repair along with 3-5 years of supervisory experience. Strong leadership and management skills required. Requires excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as the ability to effectively negotiate and influence others. Excellent organizational and planning skills. Computer skills and proficiency, specifically PowerPoint, Excel, and Word are required. Labor relations experience preferred. DOT / State inspection license preferred. The physical and mental demands described in each job posting are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of each job. Reasonable accommodations may be requested to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of each job.\u00a0 Bimbo Bakeries USA is an equal opportunity employer with a policy that provides equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, any other classification protected by law.\u00a0 It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.\u00a0