Sr. Manager, Fleet Management

Advance Auto Parts•Raleigh, NC

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

SUMMARY The primary responsibility for this position is to develop business strategies and manage tasks related to procurement, operation, maintenance, repair, and servicing of the company transportation assets and other support services. He/she supervises and coordinates the staff members and directs the personnel to do their relevant work effectively. This position builds strong cross-functional and collaborative relationships with business partners to fully understand their strategies and needs and to assure direction and use of assigned fleet assets in support of business operations. This person has direct management responsibilities and possesses a high level of leadership, initiative, and communication skills are needed to simultaneously manage multiple processes and projects effectively with organic and non-organic process action teams while obtaining executive level alignment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. To develop and execute long term fleet strategies that will allow AAP to provide innovative services in the most economical manner possible. To direct the work related to various fleet management activities like procurement, repairing, maintenance, servicing etc., according to priority and ensure that all these functions are carried out within the established rules and legal regulations. To understand the specifications of company vehicles in service and that need to be procured. Facilitate RFPs with multiple vendors to achieve best pricing and services. Manage and collaborate with FMC and Purchasing Department on all Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) incentive programs, bulk purchases, sales proceeds, life cycle analysis recommendations for financial impact. Utilize national purchasing power and monitor and maintain buying strategies to ensure receiving best in class competitive pricing. Lead equipment sales strategy with the goal of maximizing the residual value of the fleet while minimizing idle time once the equipment is retired from the operation. To provide detailed technical training related to fleet management to the subordinate staff members, answer their queries and give information related to various policies and procedures. To ensure the maintenance of statistical reports, files and relevant records related to maintenance, repairs, depreciation, mileage, etc. To develop and implement the annual budget by analyzing and reviewing the financial data and by controlling and authorizing the expenditures done and assisting in formulating new policies, programs, and procedures. Act as a change agent for best business practices by partnering in a collaborative cross functional way to overcome obstacles and exceed expectations. Conduct meetings and performs appropriate follow-up with both internal and external subject matter experts. Create/update fleet policy and procedures, to include vehicle assignment, replacement policy, accident reporting process and other procedures. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to supervise, coordinate and direct the work of the subordinates To communicate effectively, both written and orally To maintain effective working relationship with the subordinate employees To analyze the requirements of the situation and to take effective and corrective action To be able to work with minimum supervision, meet the scheduled timelines, and to plan and organize the work accordingly Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software (including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, AS/400 and PeopleSoft skills Ability to quickly learn and use job specific computer programs Should have excellent problem-solving skills Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Good financial acumen/ ability to manage budgets and understand financial models for internal and external customers. Ability to understand statistical and analytical concepts as well as communicate them to non-technical audiences. May require occasional overnight travel. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s or higher degree preferred in Management, Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field; 5-10 years Transportation/ Private Fleet management or purchasing experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 1-2 Direct reports CERTIFICATES, LICENCES, REGISTRATIONS CAFM, PMP preferred PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The Team Member frequently is required to stand and sit. The Team Member is occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The Team Member must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics are representative of those a Team Member may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Location & Work Availability: This position is 4 days in office, 1 day remote per week, based at our corporate headquarters in Raleigh, North Carolina (North Hills) Benefits Summary: We believe in supporting our Team Members and those they love through comprehensive health & wellness benefits. Learn more here: https://jobs.advanceautoparts.com/us/en/benefits We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. #LI-EM1 California Residents click below for Privacy Notice: https://jobs.advanceautoparts.com/us/en/disclosures Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider that serves both professional installers and do-it-yourself customers. As of October 5, 2024, Advance operated 4,781 stores primarily within the United States, with additional locations in Canada, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The company also served 1,125 independently owned Carquest branded stores across these locations in addition to Mexico and various Caribbean islands. Additional information about Advance, including employment opportunities, customer services and online shopping for parts, accessories and other offerings can be found at www.AdvanceAutoParts.com.

Requirements

Ability to supervise, coordinate and direct the work of the subordinates
To communicate effectively, both written and orally
To maintain effective working relationship with the subordinate employees
To analyze the requirements of the situation and to take effective and corrective action
To be able to work with minimum supervision, meet the scheduled timelines, and to plan and organize the work accordingly
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software (including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, AS/400 and PeopleSoft skills
Ability to quickly learn and use job specific computer programs
Should have excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Good financial acumen/ ability to manage budgets and understand financial models for internal and external customers.
Ability to understand statistical and analytical concepts as well as communicate them to non-technical audiences.
May require occasional overnight travel.
Bachelor’s or higher degree preferred in Management, Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field; 5-10 years Transportation/ Private Fleet management or purchasing experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

CAFM
PMP

Responsibilities

To develop and execute long term fleet strategies that will allow AAP to provide innovative services in the most economical manner possible.
To direct the work related to various fleet management activities like procurement, repairing, maintenance, servicing etc., according to priority and ensure that all these functions are carried out within the established rules and legal regulations.
To understand the specifications of company vehicles in service and that need to be procured. Facilitate RFPs with multiple vendors to achieve best pricing and services.
Manage and collaborate with FMC and Purchasing Department on all Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) incentive programs, bulk purchases, sales proceeds, life cycle analysis recommendations for financial impact.
Utilize national purchasing power and monitor and maintain buying strategies to ensure receiving best in class competitive pricing.
Lead equipment sales strategy with the goal of maximizing the residual value of the fleet while minimizing idle time once the equipment is retired from the operation.
To provide detailed technical training related to fleet management to the subordinate staff members, answer their queries and give information related to various policies and procedures.
To ensure the maintenance of statistical reports, files and relevant records related to maintenance, repairs, depreciation, mileage, etc.
To develop and implement the annual budget by analyzing and reviewing the financial data and by controlling and authorizing the expenditures done and assisting in formulating new policies, programs, and procedures.
Act as a change agent for best business practices by partnering in a collaborative cross functional way to overcome obstacles and exceed expectations.
Conduct meetings and performs appropriate follow-up with both internal and external subject matter experts.
Create/update fleet policy and procedures, to include vehicle assignment, replacement policy, accident reporting process and other procedures.