Fleet Asset & Fuel Manager

Pet Food Experts

Pawtucket (RI)

Hybrid

USD 95,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vis

Retirement Savings with Employer Match

Flexible Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Life & Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pet Perks & Product Discounts

Additional Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Pet Food Experts in Pawtucket, RI is seeking a Fleet Asset & Fuel Manager to oversee the lifecycle, performance, and optimization of our private delivery fleet across the distribution network. This role blends fleet management, fuel strategy, vendor relationships, financial analysis, and regulatory compliance to keep assets safe, reliable, and cost-efficient.

The position emphasizes strategic partnership with DCs and maintenance providers, oversight of IFTA and DOT/FMCSA compliance, and

Qualifications

Commercial fleet management experience.
Knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, and IFTA requirements.
Experience with fleet maintenance, fuel programs, and vendor management.
Strong analytical and financial skills with advanced Excel or Google Sheets proficiency.
Ability to analyze fleet data and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Oversee procurement, leasing, maintenance, utilization, replacement, and decommissioning of tractors, trailers, and fleet assets.
Partner with DCs and maintenance providers to maximize uptime and ensure preventative maintenance is completed efficiently.
Manage fuel programs, including fuel cards, procurement, vendor relationships, and cost-saving opportunities.
Analyze fuel usage, MPG, idle time, fleet utilization, and maintenance costs to identify opportunities for greater efficiency.
Manage IFTA tracking and filing, DOT/FMCSA compliance, and audit-ready fleet records.
Manage relationships, contracts, SLAs, and performance with leasing, maintenance, and fuel vendors.
Support transportation CapEx planning and long-term fleet replacement strategies.
Use fleet technology and telematics to monitor performance and support data-driven decisions.
Identify and implement opportunities to reduce fleet costs and improve sustainability.

Skills

Fleet management

Financial analysis

Excel/Google Sheets

DOT/FMCSA/IFTA knowledge

Vendor management

Data-driven decisions

Tools

Samsara

Netradyne

Omnitracs/XRS

FleetView

Job description

Description

Join the Pack!

Pet Food Experts is the #1 pet specialty distributor in the U.S., proudly serving more than 10,000 pet retailers nationwide. More than a distributor, we're a trusted partner to the independent pet community, helping retailers, brands, and pet parents thrive.

We're looking for a Fleet Asset & Fuel Manager to oversee the lifecycle, performance, and optimization of our private delivery fleet across our distribution network. This role combines fleet management, fuel strategy, vendor management, financial analysis, and regulatory compliance to keep our assets safe, reliable, and cost-efficient.

What You'll Be Doing

Oversee the procurement, leasing, maintenance, utilization, replacement, and decommissioning of tractors, trailers, and fleet assets.
Partner with DCs and maintenance providers to maximize fleet uptime and ensure preventative maintenance and repairs are completed efficiently.
Manage fuel programs, including fuel cards, procurement, vendor relationships, and cost-saving opportunities.
Analyze fuel usage, MPG, idle time, fleet utilization, and maintenance costs to identify opportunities for greater efficiency.
Manage IFTA tracking and filing, DOT/FMCSA compliance, and audit-ready fleet records.
Manage relationships, contracts, SLAs, and performance with leasing, maintenance, and fuel vendors.
Support transportation CapEx planning and long-term fleet replacement strategies.
Use fleet technology and telematics to monitor performance and support data-driven decisions.
Identify and implement opportunities to reduce fleet costs and improve sustainability.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for an analytical, strategic fleet professional who understands both the operational and financial sides of commercial fleet management and can effectively partner with teams across the organization.

Required Qualifications

Commercial fleet management experience, preferably with tractors, trailers, or heavy-duty vehicles.
Knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, and IFTA requirements.
Experience with fleet maintenance, fuel programs, and vendor management.
Strong analytical and financial skills with advanced Excel or Google Sheets proficiency.
Ability to analyze fleet data and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Experience

Multi-location fleet management experience.
Experience with fleet management or telematics systems such as Samsara, Netradyne, Omnitracs/XRS, or FleetView.
Experience with fleet leasing providers such as Ryder or Penske.
Experience with CapEx planning, fleet replacement, fuel efficiency, or sustainability initiatives.

Why Pet Food Experts?

At Pet Food Experts, our values guide everything we do:

Family. Inclusion. Dependability. Curiosity. Humility.

We're committed to creating an environment where employees feel supported, respected, and empowered to grow. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our growing transportation network by improving fleet reliability, controlling costs, strengthening compliance, and driving efficiency.

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