Director, Fleet & Facilities

Imperative Chemical Partners; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical solutions company based in Texas is seeking a Director, Fleet & Facilities, responsible for strategic leadership in fleet and facility management. The role requires significant experience in fleet operations, strong leadership and organizational skills, and a customer service focus. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree and has a minimum of ten years of progressive management experience, demonstrating expertise in capital planning and vendor management. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Facilities Management, or related field preferred.
• Ten years of progressive experience in fleet, facilities, or operations management required.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale operations and compliance programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital planning for fleet assets to optimize value and reduce total cost.
• Oversee maintenance and improvement of company buildings and infrastructure.
• Negotiate and manage vendor contracts for fleet and facilities services.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical mindset

Project management

Internal customer service orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Telematics systems

Fleet management software

Job description

Director, Fleet & Facilities

The Director, Fleet & Facilities, is responsible for the strategic leadership and operational excellence of both the company’s fleet and facilities. This role places a strong emphasis on capital management, cost-effective repair and maintenance, and exceptional internal customer service. The Director drives initiatives to maximize fleet performance and asset value, minimize lifecycle costs, and ensure safe, efficient, and well-maintained facilities that support company operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Fleet Management

• Lead capital planning for fleet assets, including acquisition, replacement, and disposal strategies to optimize value and reduce total cost of ownership.
• Develop and enforce policies for cost‑efficient fleet usage, fueling, maintenance, and regulatory compliance.
• Implement advanced telematics and analytics to monitor fleet performance, identify cost‑saving opportunities, and extend vehicle and equipment life.
• Supervise fleet maintenance teams, ensuring high‑quality, timely, and cost‑effective repairs.
• Negotiate and manage vendor contracts for fleet leasing, repairs, and services, with a focus on reducing expenses and improving service quality.
• Analyze fleet maintenance and repair data to identify trends, reduce downtime, and implement preventive strategies that lower costs.
• Direct onboarding and ongoing training for fleet staff, emphasizing best practices in repair, maintenance, cost management, and internal customer service.
• Foster a culture of responsiveness and partnership with internal stakeholders, ensuring fleet services consistently meet or exceed internal customer expectations.

Facilities Management

• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and improvement of company buildings, grounds, and infrastructure to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations.
• Develop and manage capital improvement plans for facility upgrades, expansions, and renovations, prioritizing projects with strong ROI and cost reduction potential.
• Manage facility service contracts (HVAC, janitorial, landscaping, security, etc.), ensuring optimal vendor performance and cost efficiency.
• Supervise facilities maintenance teams, ensuring timely and cost‑effective repairs and improvements.
• Support internal customer service by ensuring facilities meet the needs of all departments and stakeholders.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Facilities Management, or related field preferred.
• Ten years of progressive experience in fleet, facilities, or operations management, including leadership responsibilities required.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record in accordance with Company policy.
• Experience with telematics systems, ELD platforms, and fleet management software.
• Proven ability to manage large‑scale operations, service vendors, and compliance programs.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Strong internal customer service orientation, with a track record of building effective relationships and delivering high‑quality support to internal teams.
• Analytical mindset with a focus on data‑driven decision‑making and risk mitigation.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to lead cross‑functional initiatives.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Must complete and pass all required pre‑employment screenings.

Imperative Chemical Partners is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national or ethnic origin, veteran or disability status.

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned or re‑assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time.