Logistics and Fleet Manager

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Home office allowance

Professional development

Fully remote role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Logistics and Fleet Manager to lead our operations remotely. The role oversees transportation logistics, fleet maintenance, and carrier relationships to maximize efficiency and compliance. You will develop strategies, manage remote teams, and drive cost-saving initiatives across the network.

The position emphasizes strategic planning, regulatory compliance, and the use of fleet management tools to monitor performance and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in logistics management, focused on fleet operations.
• Proven experience managing remote teams and operations.
• Strong understanding of transportation regulations, fleet maintenance, and fuel management.
• Excellent analytical, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with fleet management software and logistics planning tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive logistics and fleet management strategies to optimize transportation operations.
• Manage and oversee maintenance, repair, and compliance of the company fleet.
• Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with third-party logistics providers and carriers.
• Monitor transportation costs, identify savings opportunities, and implement cost-control measures.
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations, safety standards, and environmental policies.
• Utilize fleet management software and analytics to track performance and drive improvements.

Skills

Logistics management

Fleet operations

Remote team leadership

Contract negotiation

Cost control

Regulatory compliance

Fleet management software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics

Tools

Logistics planning tools

Fleet management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced Logistics and Fleet Manager to lead their operations in a fully remote capacity. This pivotal role involves the oversight of all transportation logistics and the management of our vehicle fleet to ensure maximum efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and compliance. You will develop and implement logistics strategies, manage carrier relationships, and oversee fleet maintenance and operations from a remote setting. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional to shape and drive our transportation initiatives, working collaboratively with a distributed team to achieve operational excellence and deliver superior logistics solutions across the company's network.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive logistics and fleet management strategies to optimize transportation operations.
• Manage and oversee the maintenance, repair, and compliance of the company's vehicle fleet.
• Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with third-party logistics providers and carriers.
• Monitor transportation costs, identify savings opportunities, and implement cost-control measures.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant transportation regulations, safety standards, and environmental policies.
• Utilize fleet management software and logistics analytics to track performance and drive continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in logistics management , with a significant focus on fleet operations.
• Proven experience in managing remote teams and operations.
• Strong understanding of transportation regulations, fleet maintenance, and fuel management.
• Excellent analytical, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with fleet management software and logistics planning tools.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote position offering significant work flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous allowance for home office expenses and professional development.
• Opportunity to lead and innovate within a critical business function.