Job Summary
Fleet Manager
Bauer's is seeking a motivated, responsible and detail-oriented individual to work directly with senior-level executives and our CEO. The Fleet Manager position is a leadership opportunity for a detail orientated, heavy diesel mechanically inclined manager in the highly competitive travel and transportation industry. This is a critical role as it directly correlates to continually improving the customer experience through greater availability of full vehicle lines while maximizing the highest brand standards and maintaining performance-based costs initiatives. This includes supporting the day-to-day operations of the Fleet, employee management, and training, margin evaluation of Fleets unique situations and preparing business cases and presenting to management. This is a critical position within Bauer's' Intelligent Transportation.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the repair and maintenance operation of all vehicles: from 53 person coaches to sedans, including two garage locations San Francisco & Santa Clara.
- Identify, evaluate, negotiate and manage fleet vendor partnerships: Bus wraps, Tire companies, Aramark, Etc.
- DOT background in compliance and regulations
- Fleet employee interviewing, onboarding, training, evaluation, and management.
- Fleet management and scheduling (yield and utilization reporting)
- Parts Management and sourcing partnerships and negotiations.
- Manage production incentive programs and work with management to evaluate service costs.
- Troubleshoot in-vehicle technology and app-based technology
- Strong mechanical or engineering aptitude including knowledge of latest transportation technology
Desired Skills and Experience:
- 5+ years of fleet management experience
- Must have heavy duty diesel experience
- Experience with Large fleets of 200+ vehicles
- Managing large teams
- Proven track record of fleet Management and process development.
- Integration - joining people, process, or systems
- Lean Six Sigma product/process improvement
- Familiar with SFMTA and airport permitting a plus
- MS Office experience a plus
- Relevant experience in logistics software &/or car services is a plus
- Passion for problem solving and supporting customers with technology products
Bauer's Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. We provide a competitive compensation package consisting of medical, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and a 401k plan. Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.