Fleet Executive Director

Client of Tawzef; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Client of Tawzef in Riyadh is seeking a Senior Head of Fleet Management to lead the fleet organization, define strategy, and drive performance across procurement, maintenance, and operations.

You will oversee budgeting, vendor negotiations, digital transformation, and compliance with regulations while delivering cost reductions and high vehicle availability.

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience in large-scale fleet/transport operations.
• Proven track record in cost optimization and supplier negotiations.
• Strong numerical and analytical capabilities with data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the overall fleet management strategy aligned with company objectives.
• Lead fleet departments and drive organizational performance improvements.
• Oversee operational plans and future fleet expansion.
• Monitor operational KPIs and report performance to senior management.
• Direct fleet maintenance and vehicle management operations.
• Oversee spare parts procurement and warehouse operations.
• Ensure maximum fleet availability and readiness.
• Manage the full vehicle lifecycle from acquisition to disposal.
• Improve fleet utilization and minimize downtime.
• Lead productivity and service quality improvement initiatives.
• Lead all vehicle and related service contracting activities.
• Approve technical specifications and purchase requests.
• Manage tenders, RFPs and supplier negotiations.
• Select and evaluate vendors based on quality, cost and performance.
• Ensure compliance with SLAs and contractual obligations.
• Conduct performance reviews and implement corrective actions.
• Develop the organizational structure in line with business growth.
• Support succession planning and talent development.
• Enhance technical and managerial competencies across the organization.
• Prepare and manage the annual fleet budget.
• Monitor operating and maintenance costs.
• Lead cost-optimization and efficiency initiatives.
• Conduct feasibility studies for fleet expansion and renewal projects.
• Ensure compliance with government regulations and company policies.
• Oversee quality, health and safety standards.
• Manage operational risks and mitigation plans.
• Develop fleet-related policies and procedures.
• Lead digital transformation initiatives within fleet operations.
• Develop executive dashboards and performance metrics.
• Utilize data analytics to drive operational and strategic decisions.
• Oversee fleet tracking maintenance and management systems.

Skills

Fleet leadership

Strategic planning

Vendor negotiations

Data analytics

Budget management

Contract management

Digital transformation

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business

MBA or Master's in Operations/Logistics

Professional certifications (PM/Supply Chain)

Tools

Fleet management software

ERP systems

Excel / data tools

Job description

• Develop and execute the overall fleet management strategy aligned with company objectives
• Lead fleet departments and drive organizational performance improvements
• Oversee operational plans and future fleet expansion
• Monitor operational KPIs and report performance to senior management
• Direct fleet maintenance and vehicle management operations
• Oversee spare parts procurement and warehouse operations
• Ensure maximum fleet availability and readiness
• Manage the full vehicle lifecycle from acquisition to disposal
• Improve fleet utilization and minimize downtime
• Lead productivity and service quality improvement initiatives
• Lead all vehicle and related service contracting activities
• Approve technical specifications and purchase requests
• Manage tenders, RFPs and supplier negotiations
• Select and evaluate vendors based on quality, cost and performance
• Ensure compliance with SLAs and contractual obligations
• Conduct performance reviews and implement corrective actions
• Participate in hiring senior leadership and department managers
• Develop the organizational structure in line with business growth
• Support succession planning and talent development
• Enhance technical and managerial competencies across the organization
• Prepare and manage the annual fleet budget
• Monitor operating and maintenance costs
• Lead cost-optimization and efficiency initiatives
• Conduct feasibility studies for fleet expansion and renewal projects
• Ensure compliance with government regulations and company policies
• Oversee quality, health and safety standards
• Manage operational risks and mitigation plans
• Develop fleet-related policies and procedures
• Lead digital transformation initiatives within fleet operations
• Develop executive dashboards and performance metrics
• Utilize data analytics to drive operational and strategic decisions
• Oversee fleet tracking maintenance and management systems

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• MBA or Master's degree in Operations Management or Logistics is preferred.
• Professional certifications in Project Management, Supply Chain, or Fleet Management are considered an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 12 years of experience in fleet management, transportation, vehicle leasing, or logistics.
• Minimum 8 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience managing large-scale fleets.
• Strong background in contracts, tenders, and supplier negotiations.
• Experience managing multi-functional teams and multiple branches.
• Demonstrated success in digital transformation and operational excellence initiatives.