Fleet Administration Leader

Danaher Corporation; Lodi (CA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Cepheid, a Danaher operating company, is seeking a Fleet Administration Leader to oversee fleet assets and transportation operations at the Lodi, CA site. The role emphasizes safety, cost control, and continuous improvement within a on-site Logistics environment.

The position reports to the Director, Warehouse Operations and requires travel up to 10% to the Bay Area. A Bachelor’s degree or 5-8 years’ related experience is expected, with strong skills in Excel/Power BI and vendor management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 5-8 years of relevant experience in fleet management, transportation, logistics, warehouse operations, or supply chain management.
• Knowledge of DOT and transportation compliance requirements.
• Data analysis using Excel, Power BI, or similar tools.
• Experience managing equipment leases, maintenance contracts, and service providers.
• Invoice auditing and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage fleet assets and material handling equipment, including forklifts, trailers, and transportation vehicles.
• Develop and maintain fleet policies, procedures, and transportation schedules to support safe and efficient operations.
• Audit transportation and equipment invoices, forecast expenses, analyze variances, and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Fleet management

Transportation compliance

Data analysis

Invoice auditing

Education

Bachelor's degree or 5-8 years experience in related field

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Bring more to life.

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Cepheid, one of Danaher’s (https://danaher.com/our-businesses) 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate, molecular diagnostic systems and tests. As a member of our team, you’ll get to make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development. Our mission drives us to develop groundbreaking solutions for the world’s most complex health challenges. Together, we bring MORE change to the world.

Learn about the Danaher Business System (https://www.danaher.com/how-we-work/danaher-business-system) which makes everything possible.

The Fleet Administration Leader is responsible for managing fleet assets, material handling equipment, and transportation operations while ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, cost control, and operational efficiency. This role oversees carrier and vendor relationships, equipment contracts, invoice management, and continuous improvement initiatives to support business objectives.

This position reports to the Director, Warehouse Operations and is part of the Logistics Department located in Lodi, CA, and will be an on-site role

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Manage fleet assets and material handling equipment, including forklifts, trailers, and transportation vehicles.
• Develop and maintain fleet policies, procedures, and transportation schedules to support safe and efficient operations.
• Audit transportation and equipment invoices, forecast expenses, analyze variances, and identify cost-saving opportunities.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelor’s degree or 5-8 years of relevant experience in fleet management, transportation, logistics, warehouse operations, or supply chain management
• Knowledge of DOT and transportation compliance requirements
• Data analysis using Excel, Power BI, or similar tools
• Experience managing equipment leases, maintenance contracts, and service providers
• Invoice auditing and financial analysis

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:

• Ability to travel – 10% travel to Bay Area
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to lift, move or carry equipment up to 30lb

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Certification or general awareness of transporting hazardous material

Cepheid, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info (https://leplb1040.upoint.alight.com/ah-angular-afirst-web/#/web/danaher/cp/preauth-home) .

The annual salary range OR the hourly range for this role is $103,000 – $141,500. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company’s sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law.

The U.S. EEO posters are available here (http://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

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We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact:1-202-419-7762 or [e-mail].

Operating Company: Cepheid