Sr. Manager Of Fleet Operations

Company

Cox Automotive

• USA

Job Family Group

Business Operations

Job Profile

Operations Management Sr Manager

Management Level

Sr Manager

• Non People Leader

Flexible Work Option

No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location

Travel %

No

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Compensation includes a base salary of $106,700.00 - $177,900.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

Job Description

Fleet Services by Cox Automotive keeps your fleet moving!

Headquartered in Indianapolis, Fleet Services by Cox Automotive (FSCA) has grown to become one of the largest fleet maintenance companies in the country.

FSCA is the leading provider of on-site mobile maintenance and repair services nationwide, offering mobile on-site fleet service for light medium, and heavy-duty trucks and trailers. FSCA also services customers utilizing its 20 plus nationwide service centers; each offering select services, such as accident repair, paint, refurbishment, and heavy mechanical repair. Supported by a 24/7 in-house call-center, FSCA provides maintenance scheduled and unscheduled services to fleets anywhere, anytime.

FSCA, the largest independent fleet maintenance company in the country, is currently hiring a Sr. Manager of Fleet Operations. In this role, you will be responsible for managing company's fleet of service vehicles, along with providing operational support on broad range of various business processes and initiatives.

Duties

• Manage day to day Fleet Operation to maximize vehicle uptime and minimize expenses

• Provides Operations Management support across broad areas of the company.

• Serves as project manager for critical / complex initiatives, specifically improving the Preventative Maintenance (PMs) completed on the fleet within various markets.

• Researches and analyzes problems, develops plans, solutions models and recommendations to enhance operational effectiveness and efficiency.

• Develops project plans and costs, including personnel and fiscal requirements to achieve defined objectives.

• Recommends process changes and systems solutions that meet both near-term tactical and long-term strategic needs.

• Establish relationships with local business partners to communicate and enforce corporate fleet policies, processes, and standards.

• Assist management in executing operational business plans and implementing procedures to improve efficiency.

• Maintain operational requirements by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing production and control standards and procedures while ensuring cost, quality and delivery commitments are met.

• Develop and maintain outside vendor and service provider relationships, including but not limited to: fuel, maintenance, parts and other essential services.

• Work with multiple stakeholders to better utilize team resources to ensure efficiency, quality work product, and effective customer service against key performance indicators.

• Ensure Market compliance to established maintenance guidelines and track statuses on out of service vehicles within the market.

• Works on complex business problems that may include multiple functions and stakeholders.

• Keeps up to date with legislation, rulings, and other developments that affect fleet operations, including OSHA and DOT.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and 8 years' experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master's degree and 6 years' experience; a Ph.D. and 3 years' experience in a related field; or 12 years' experience in a related field

• 5+ years of experience in management or leadership role.

• Knowledge of fleet management software (Karmak, TRAIT, Mitchell One, or similar) Highly Preferred

• Advanced computer skills include knowledge of Microsoft programs, specifically, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.

• Ability to perform data analysis and make recommendations on changes to policies, procedures, processes or methods as needed.

• Ability to maintain accurate records, asset inventories and to create/analyze reports.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with peers, business partners, and leadership.

• Ability to interact with internal and external business partners supporting corporate policy, standards, processes and procedures.

• Proficient in understanding, analysis, and management of vehicle information to provide recommendations.

• Self-motivated, able to manage expectations, prioritize work to meet deadlines, and work under pressure in a fast paced, high-energy environment.

• Strong customer service and organization skills required.

• Works well in a team environment by supporting departmental initiatives and goals.

• Provide excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Drug Testing

To be employed in this role, you'll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

Benefits

The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company's needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, parental leave, and COVID-19 vaccination leave.

About Us

Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells - or simply uses - cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer

• All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.