Dedicated Fleet Manager

Wheels, Inc; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Wheels, Inc. in Alpharetta, GA is seeking a Fleet Manager to deliver a consultative approach for optimizing fleet performance, driving cost containment, and delivering client-ready reports that demonstrate the impact of decisions on driver compliance and overall expenses.

You will lead client activation, manage fleet inventory and depreciation, and collaborate with teams to enhance policy efficiency. The role requires strong analytics and proficiency with Salesforce, FleetView, and CSD.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of Fleet Management experience.
• College degree preferred or equivalent work experience.
• Certified Automotive Fleet Manager (CAFM) certification preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; proficient with MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze reporting to Clients to support policy adherence and cost containment.
• Present Business Reviews to clients with goals, costs, and cost reductions.
• Identify opportunities to increase product penetration and lead client activation.
• Manage client fleet inventory, maintenance approvals, and depreciation policy.
• Ensure data integrity for all billing and reporting.
• Use Wheels systems (Salesforce, FleetView, CSD) to manage cases and client needs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal/written communication

Project management

Decision making

Time management

Education

College degree preferred

CAFM certification preferred

Tools

Salesforce

FleetView

CSD

MS Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description: JOB OVERVIEW

The Fleet Manager provides the client with an initiative‑taking consultative approach to managing their fleet performance and making recommendations for cost containment and maintaining Wheels ROE. Provide summary reports to Clients showing how decisions/managing of fleet have led to higher driver compliance and cost containment. Make decisions regarding cost containment and streamlining activities using strategic consulting skills. Set up tracking and reporting to ensure client buy‑in and agreement with cost savings opportunities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Analyze reporting to Clients based on Statement of Work which will lead to policy adherence and cost containment.
• Present with Director, Strategic Programs the Business Review to clients, including service goals, costs, cost reduction achieved, daily maintenance, including Statement of Work opportunities, and overall relationship management.
• Identify and present to client opportunities to increase product penetration.
• Lead new client activation for all clients assigned to portfolio.
• Be proficient in, and use extensively all Wheels systems including Sales Force, FleetView and CSD.
• Manage assigned cases in Sales Force within established Operational Level Agreements (OLAs).
• Create or review/enhance and recommend fleet policy changes and enhancements to improve administrative time and cost savings to represented clients.
• Manage maintenance and accident repair approval over client parameters, including decisions on repairs and rental vehicle approval.
• Manage client inventory including driver assignments, moves and storage making decisions on behalf of client to provide best utilization of fleet vehicles at the lowest cost to client.
• Manage vehicle depreciation structure to tie with vehicle usage and provide optimal vehicle replacement recommendations based on fleet policy.
• Other duties assigned to ensure overall departmental efficiency.
• Actively participate in corporate projects, i.e., Quality Improvement Process or Lean Process.
• Provide analytical and exception reporting, as needed, focusing on life cycle cost analysis – acquisition, maintenance, fuel, and vehicle remarketing, drawing conclusions and making recommendations from findings.
• Ensure data integrity for all billing and reports provided to clients.
• Understand yearly goals for assigned clients and create and execute an actionable plan to support the client in obtaining those goals as related to fleet management.
• Report, oversee and manage “outliers” of the maintenance and fuel programs and communicate as necessary to senior management and drivers, including cost savings achieved.
• Ensure that departmental processes are designed and implemented to mitigate operational risks/losses.
• Demonstrate aptitude to relate fleet performance to future outcomes and be able to communicate your findings of the analysis of fleet performance to your client.
• Vendor Management Duties and Responsibilities.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

This position’s leadership responsibilities involve developing others, building, and maintaining relationships, managing effective teams and work groups, and valuing diversity and difference.

COMPETENCIES - SKILLS

Develop professional partnerships and useful internal relationships through effective communication. Responds and acts confidently, assertively, and decisively while taking responsibility and accountability for position requirements. Works independently; effectively manages time while juggling competing priorities. Demonstrates resourcefulness and solves problems. Works effectively with internal systems. Must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment while exhibiting the flexibility to adapt to the department’s needs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

College degree preferred or equivalent work experience. Minimum of 5 years of Fleet Management experience, preferably in the private sector. Certified Automotive Fleet Manager (CAFM) certification preferred. Understand, create, and implement a Fleet Leasing and Management policy. Strong analytical skills, proficient in verbal and written communication. Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel required, PowerPoint preferred). Proficient at Excel with the ability to run pivot tables and analyze data. Proficient at utilizing MS Project and Excel to manage client action items, milestones, and analysis of costs.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS, PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work Environment: This position is in Alpharetta, GA or Schaumburg, IL and operates in a professional office environment. Position Type/Standard Schedule: This is a full‑time position, Monday through Friday. Travel: Less than 5%. Physical Demands: Speak, hear, and see, and to use hand and fingers for computer keyboard and phone. Sit or stand for extended periods of time. Reach above head to pull paper attachments.

DISCLAIMER

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Our Benefits Wheels recognizes benefits are a significant part of your employee experience, and we've created a robust benefits package that is market‑leading, competitive offerings so you and your family can receive outstanding care. Please click here for an overview of the benefits available to you and your family.

PAY RANGE

$66,600-$93,200 The base salary range for this position is listed above. This position is eligible to participate in the annual incentive plan which is based on company performance and individual performance. Compensation ranges are based on several factors including job function, level, and geographic location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience, education, certifications, skill level and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed here.

EEO STATEMENT

Wheels is a Drug‑Free Workplace. All employment is contingent on successful completion of drug and background screening. Wheels is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or domestic partnership status, disability, protected veteran status or military status, genetic information, or any other category protected under applicable law. Wheels is committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment and advancement of minorities, women, persons with disabilities and protected veterans.

Wheels Is Committed to Making Our Organization One of the Best Places to Work As one of the largest fleet management companies in North America, Wheels features a portfolio of 900,000+ vehicles under management across the continent, a global alliance in 61 countries, and a client base that consists of some of the best‑known businesses in the world. No matter the industry type or business size, we’re proud to work across sales and service fleets, trucks and equipment, and last mile delivery to ensure we power your potential. The culture at Wheels is the secret to our 80+ years of success. And the reason people choose to join — and stay with — our team. When you join the team, you'll work with professionals who are passionate, friendly and smart. We foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for all, combined with the encouragement to continuously learn and grow. From day one, we invest in your long‑term development through annual performance goals and reviews, educational and wellness programs, awards and celebrations, and more. Ready to experience the Wheels culture for yourself? 10 years average employee tenure 10 times recognized as one of Chicago's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For 50+ health, wellness and engagement benefits 2,500+ online learning programs Wheels is Invested in the Well‑being of the Community and the World We Inhabit Diversity: Wheels deeply values the strength of diversity both in the communities we serve and our own employee base. This includes treating everyone as equal, respecting and valuing diversity, providing equal opportunity and fostering a safe space to work. Community: We are heavily involved in the communities where we operate. We offer opportunities for employees to make a positive impact through mentorship and tutoring elementary school students, participating in blood drives, donating to United Way and other charitable organizations in the greater Chicagoland and Toronto areas. Sustainability: Wheels is actively committed to becoming a cleaner fleet management company through recycling programs, public transportation support and more. We Are Dedicated to the Safety and Health of our Employees Our employees are critical to delivering on our commitment to client success, which is why we offer a variety of programs focused on the health and wellness of our people. Wheels Fosters More Than Just Work Relationships We hire people who have a customer‑focused mindset and a strong collaborative nature. Because at Wheels, customer service and teamwork don't just happen in the office. It is during the informal moments when employee trust is strengthened and friendships are made. We value these moments, which is why we host departmental contests, summer gatherings, family events, holiday celebrations and more. At Wheels, your well‑being is our priority. As part of our commitment to your health and well‑being, we’re proud to offer access to the Advocate Health Care Wellness Portal—a personalized platform designed to help you take charge of your health journey. The 2026 Wellness Program is designed to support you in achieving your personal health goals. Best of all, it’s flexible and fits into your busy lifestyle. This program is designed to support your overall well‑being—physically, emotionally, and financially—by providing tools and incentives that encourage healthy living.