Fleet Manager

Virginia Poultry Growers Cooperative; Broadway (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Poultry Growers Cooperative is seeking a Fleet Manager to oversee the organization’s fleet of motor vehicles, scheduling and dispatch for drivers, and the Fleet Safety Program. The role emphasizes acquisition, maintenance, and vendor management to ensure reliability and cost control.

Candidates should have five+ years in fleet operations, knowledge of OSHA/DOT requirements, and demonstrated leadership in budgeting and compliance. Associate/Bachelor preferred; high school required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and fleet regulations including FMCSA and Clearinghouse requirements.
• Experience managing fleet budgets and expenses.
• Proven supervisory experience in a fleet environment.
• Minimum five years in a related role as an individual contributor; 1–3 years supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage acquisition, operations, and maintenance of the organization's fleet of motor vehicles.
• Oversee scheduling and dispatch operations for vehicles and drivers.
• Develop and maintain vendor relationships for fuel, maintenance, and other essential services.
• Administer insurance policy coverage, negotiate agreements, and participate in claim resolution.
• Develop and implement safety, preventive maintenance, and accident prevention programs.

Skills

Fleet management

Operations management

Scheduling & dispatch

Vendor management

Safety programs

Budgeting

Team supervision

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Position Summary

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The Fleet Manager manages the acquisition, operations, and maintenance of the organization's fleet of motor vehicles, and oversees scheduling and dispatch operations for vehicles and drivers. The Fleet Manager also manages and administers the Fleet Safety Program for the Company.

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• Manages the acquisition, operations, and maintenance of the organization's fleet of motor vehicles.
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• Oversees scheduling and dispatch operations for vehicles and drivers.
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• E-valuates, purchases, leases, and disposes of vehicles to maintain the fleet.
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• Develops and maintains vendor and service provider relationships for fuel, maintenance, and other essential services.
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• Administers insurance policy coverage, negotiates agreements, and participates in claim resolution
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• Develops and implements safety, preventive maintenance, and accident prevention programs.
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Position Summary

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The Fleet Manager manages the acquisition, operations, and maintenance of the organization's fleet of motor vehicles, and oversees scheduling and dispatch operations for vehicles and drivers. The Fleet Manager also manages and administers the Fleet Safety Program for the Company.

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• Manages the acquisition, operations, and maintenance of the organization's fleet of motor vehicles.
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• Oversees scheduling and dispatch operations for vehicles and drivers.
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• E-valuates, purchases, leases, and disposes of vehicles to maintain the fleet.
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• Develops and maintains vendor and service provider relationships for fuel, maintenance, and other essential services.
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• Administers insurance policy coverage, negotiates agreements, and participates in claim resolution
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• Develops and implements safety, preventive maintenance, and accident prevention programs.
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Essential Duties

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• Manages the acquisition, operations, and maintenance of the organization's fleet of motor vehicles.
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• Oversees scheduling and dispatch operations for vehicles and drivers.
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• E-valuates, purchases, leases, and disposes of vehicles to maintain the fleet.
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• Develops and maintains vendor and service provider relationships for fuel, maintenance, and other essential services.
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• Administers insurance policy coverage, negotiates agreements, and participates in claim resolution
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• Develops and implements safety, preventive maintenance, and accident prevention programs.
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Position Qualifications

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• Knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and fleet-specific regulations, licensing, registration, and reporting requirements, including FMSCA and Clearinghouse requirements.
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• Knowledge of Fleet Safety qualifications and metrics
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• Manages the fleet expense reporting and budgets.
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• Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs.
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• Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets.
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• Typically requires 5-years of experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 – 3-years supervisory experience required.
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Education

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• High School Education required;
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• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree preferred
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Experience: Minimum Five + Years Related Experience

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Computer Skills

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Proficient in the use of desktop technologies, including Microsoft Office Applications - Word, Excel, Office and Power Point.