Fleet Manager

The Fleet Manager is responsible for managing and coordinating the day-to-day operation, maintenance, compliance, safety, and utilization of Brady's fleet of approximately 380 vehicles and trailers operating across multiple states. This position ensures fleet assets remain safe, reliable, compliant, and available to support field operations while minimizing downtime and total cost of ownership. The Fleet Manager leverages fleet technologies, telematics, maintenance systems, and performance data to improve driver safety, maximize vehicle uptime, support technician productivity, and drive operational efficiency throughout the organization.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Safety Leadership & Risk Management
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Promote a culture of fleet safety and driver accountability throughout the organization.
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Monitor driver performance metrics, telematics data, and driver scorecards to identify and mitigate fleet risk.
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Lead driver coaching initiatives focused on reducing preventable accidents, distracted driving, and unsafe behaviors.
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Investigate vehicle accidents and incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to reduce future occurrences.
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Track and monitor leading safety indicators including accident trends, near misses, driver violations, and compliance metrics.
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Partner with Environmental Health & Safety leadership to support fleet safety programs and regulatory compliance initiatives.
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Assist with insurance claims management and vehicle loss prevention activities.
Operational Performance & Fleet Utilization
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Maximize fleet availability and vehicle uptime to support technician productivity and operational efficiency.
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Monitor vehicle downtime and develop strategies to reduce repair turnaround times.
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Analyze fleet utilization data and recommend adjustments to fleet inventory levels based on business needs.
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Manage spare vehicle programs to ensure adequate operational coverage while minimizing excess fleet assets.
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Support lifecycle replacement planning and vehicle forecasting to optimize fleet performance and cost management.
Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
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Maintain working knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, DMV, and state regulatory requirements affecting fleet operations.
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Coordinate DOT inspections, vehicle registrations, licensing requirements, and compliance reporting activities.
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Assist in maintaining Driver Qualification (DQ) files and supporting roadside inspections and regulatory audits.
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Ensure fleet operations comply with all applicable federal, state, and local transportation regulations.
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Maintain accurate fleet documentation, accident records, compliance files, and vehicle histories.
Data Analytics & Reporting
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Utilize fleet management technologies including Samsara, Holman, fuel management systems, maintenance platforms, and driver scorecard tools to monitor fleet performance.
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Develop and maintain reporting on key fleet performance indicators, including:
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Preventable accident rate
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Vehicle downtime
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Preventive maintenance compliance
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Cost per mile
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Fuel efficiency
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Fleet utilization
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Driver scorecard performance
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Vehicle replacement costs
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Total cost of ownership
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Analyze fleet data and provide recommendations to improve safety, efficiency, and operational performance.
Procurement & Capital Management
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Assist in managing vehicle acquisition and replacement activities, including specification development, ordering, vendor coordination, and deployment.
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Support annual fleet capital planning and vehicle replacement forecasting.
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Coordinate vehicle upfits, graphics installation, and equipment outfitting to meet operational requirements.
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Research vehicle and equipment options and recommend solutions that align with business needs and budget objectives.
Vendor Management
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Develop and maintain productive relationships with dealerships, maintenance providers, trailer vendors, telematics partners, fuel vendors, upfit providers, and repair facilities.
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Negotiate pricing and service agreements to optimize quality, responsiveness, and cost-effectiveness.
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Monitor vendor performance and identify opportunities for service improvements and cost savings.
QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
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Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Fleet Management, Transportation, Automotive Technology, or related field preferred.
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5+ years of fleet management, transportation, automotive operations, or related experience.
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Experience supporting large, geographically dispersed fleets preferred.

Demonstrated success improving fleet safety performance, vehicle utilization, and operational efficiency.
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Strong knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, vehicle registration, licensing, inspection, and regulatory compliance requirements.
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Experience utilizing telematics platforms, maintenance management software, fleet management systems, and fleet analytics tools.
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Knowledge of vehicle lifecycle management, procurement processes, capital planning, and replacement forecasting.
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Experience managing vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and service providers.
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Strong analytical skills with the ability to leverage fleet data and KPIs to drive decision-making.
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Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Experience
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Experience managing fleets of 250+ vehicles and equipment assets.
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Experience overseeing trailers, DOT-regulated vehicles, and multi-state fleet operations.
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Experience with Samsara, Holman, Coast, ARI, WEX, or similar fleet management platforms.
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Experience supporting annual vehicle procurement budgets and capital replacement programs.
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Experience leading accident investigations, safety initiatives, and driver coaching programs.
TEAMWORK:
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Demonstrate and promote a spirit of cooperation and teamwork throughout the Company
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Continually look for ways to improve our processes and ability to serve our customers effectively
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Improve personal performance on a continual basis
CUSTOMER SERVICE:
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This position will require you to be on call for any emergencies. We will provide you a work phone
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Provide responsive, professional and diplomatic customer service
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Answer customer calls and correspondence quickly and pleasantly
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Communicate with customers in a friendly, professional, and patient manner
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Perform all duties with the goal of building and maintaining long-term customer relationships
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Immediately address any customer’s concern and requests the involvement of other Company personnel as required
SAFETY:
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Follow all company safety programs and report any non-compliance to your Team Leader
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Notify Manager or Safety Manager of any unsafe conditions
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from regulatory agencies or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to management, supervisor, aB-nd other Brady associates.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate 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 associate is regularly required to use hands to operate computer keyboard, calculator, and telephone. The associate is frequently required to sit. The associate is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position works in a typical office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
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Ability to pass drug screening
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Ability to prove US employment eligibility