National Fleet Manager

Kinaxia Logistics Limited; Portsmouth; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic National Fleet Manager to lead a diverse fleet of over 1,000 vehicles. This fully remote role, requiring nationwide travel, offers a competitive salary and benefits package. You'll play a crucial role in optimizing fleet operations, ensuring compliance, and managing budgets. With a focus on innovation and teamwork, you'll drive change and contribute to a growing logistics group that values safety and efficiency. If you're ready to take the wheel and make a significant impact in the transport industry, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Career Progression Opportunities

Training Opportunities

Competitive Salary

Fully Remote Role

Qualifications

• Proven Fleet Management experience within the transport industry.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, budgeting, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage fleet efficiency and compliance.
• Develop and control fleet Capex budgets for cost-effective solutions.

Skills

Fleet Management

Negotiation Skills

Problem-Solving Mindset

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

IT Skills

Education

Heavy Vehicle Maintenance Qualification

Tools

Fleet Management System

Job description

National Fleet Manager - Remote Role

Remote (Nationwide Travel Required) | Competitive Salary + Benefits

Are you a dynamic and experienced Fleet Manager looking for an exciting challenge within a leading logistics group? Do you have the expertise to manage a diverse fleet of 1,000+ vehicles while ensuring efficiency, compliance, and cost-effectiveness? If so, we want to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

At Kinaxia Logistics, we pride ourselves on delivering excellence in transport and logistics. We operate with Safety, Talent, Attentiveness, and Reliability at our core. As our National Fleet Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring our fleet is fully optimized to support business operations across the UK.

Your Role

1. Oversee and manage our fleet of tractor units, rigids, and trailers, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance.
2. Develop and control fleet Capex budgets, advising on cost-effective solutions for replacements and procurement.
3. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of our fleet, including vehicle specifications, MOT, TAX, and mileage data.
4. Implement and manage a best-in-class Fleet Management System across all Group workshops.
5. Work with Workshop Managers to ensure maintenance, repairs, and compliance standards are met.
6. Conduct regular audits of workshop facilities, ensuring safety, efficiency, and legal compliance.
7. Build strong relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers to drive cost-effective solutions and operational improvements.
8. Manage company car sourcing, ensuring adherence to Group policies.
9. Lead and support training initiatives for workshop employees and apprentices.

What We're Looking For

1. Proven Fleet Management experience within the transport industry.
2. Strong knowledge of procurement, budgeting, and compliance.
3. Excellent negotiation skills and ability to secure the best deals.
4. Strong IT skills, with the ability to learn and implement new systems.
5. Heavy vehicle maintenance qualification (desirable).
6. A problem-solving mindset with a future-focused, commercial approach.
7. Strong communication and leadership skills.

What's In It for You?

Competitive Salary & Benefits

A pivotal role in a growing, dynamic logistics group

Fully remote role with nationwide travel as required

Career progression & training opportunities

Ready to drive change and take the wheel of a high-performing fleet? Apply today and be part of a company that values innovation, efficiency, and teamwork!