Fleet Operations Manager

Socket.dev; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs

Product discounts

Job summary

Hunter Douglas is seeking an NA Fleet Operations Manager to lead U.S. fleet operations for Hunter Douglas Outdoor. This role focuses on safe, compliant, reliable, and cost-efficient performance while meeting FMCSA and DOT requirements.

You will supervise drivers, oversee maintenance, manage fleet systems, and drive continuous improvements across the North America fleet. Strong regulatory knowledge and leadership in safety are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience managing fleet operations or logistics in a regulated environment.
• Proficiency with DOT/FMCSA regulations, Hours of Service, and driver qualification files.
• Ability to supervise drivers, manage vendors, and support safety programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead driver oversight and scheduling across U.S. locations.
• Ensure compliance with FMCSA, DOT, and other regulations.
• Oversee preventive maintenance and vehicle inspections to maximize uptime.
• Manage registrations, permits, and fleet documentation.
• Lead safety initiatives and incident investigations.

Skills

Fleet operations

DOT/FMCSA knowledge

Driver supervision

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Fleet management systems

Telematics/ELD tools

Job description

Hunter Douglas is the world’s leading manufacturer of window coverings and a major manufacturer of architectural products. We are a brand that you know and trust. With more than 100 years of innovation, we’ve defined our industry with proprietary products that deliver revolutionary style and functionality and can be found in millions of homes and commercial buildings globally.

We are searching for candidates that are driven, intelligent, creative, and entrepreneurial. By offering challenging and accelerated opportunities for growth, powered by a shared hunger for success, we create a space for your career to thrive. In return for your expertise, we are committed to providing competitive and robust total compensation and benefit packages to ensure you feel valued. Our dream is to become the fastest growing, most loved, window covering company in the world. What’s yours?

Position Overview

The NA Fleet Operations Manager is responsible for leading fleet operations and driver management across the United States for Hunter Douglas Outdoor. Reporting to the Outdoor Head of Logistics, this role ensures safe, compliant, reliable, and cost-effective fleet performance while maintaining adherence to FMCSA, DOT, and other applicable regulatory requirements. The position serves as the primary owner for driver oversight, fleet compliance, preventive maintenance, registrations, fleet systems, reporting, and continuous improvement across the North America fleet operation.

What you'll do

• Provide direct supervision and day‑to‑day leadership for company drivers, including scheduling, workload coordination, performance management, coaching, training, and corrective action when appropriate.
• Monitor driver performance, compliance, conduct, and Hours of Service (HOS) requirements to support safe and efficient operations.
• Establish consistent operating expectations for drivers and fleet‑related activities across applicable U.S. locations.
• Ensure fleet operations comply with FMCSA, DOT, and applicable federal, state, and local transportation requirements.
• Maintain accurate driver qualification files, compliance records, inspection documentation, and other required fleet compliance materials.
• Oversee ELD compliance, HOS administration, drug and alcohol program requirements, medical certifications, and related regulatory processes.
• Lead or support regulatory audits, corrective action plans, and ongoing practices designed to maintain strong CSA performance.
• Oversee preventive maintenance programs, required inspections, repairs, and fleet readiness activities to maximize uptime and minimize operating disruption.
• Manage maintenance vendors, repair authorization processes, maintenance cost tracking, and vendor performance expectations.
• Track fleet utilization, asset lifecycle, vehicle condition, replacement needs, and related fleet records.
• Manage vehicle registrations, permits, licensing, renewals, and associated documentation to ensure uninterrupted legal operation.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and audit‑ready vehicle documentation across the fleet.
• Lead fleet safety initiatives, driver safety communications, incident response, accident investigation support, and corrective action follow‑up.
• Monitor safety trends, compliance indicators, and operating risks; recommend and implement improvements to reduce preventable incidents and exposure.
• Analyze fleet performance, fuel usage, maintenance costs, utilization, downtime, and other operating metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop and implement cost‑saving, productivity, and process improvement initiatives while maintaining safety, service, and compliance standards.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting related to fleet operations.
• Administer and optimize fleet systems, telematics platforms, ELD tools, reporting dashboards, and related operational data sources.
• Partner with HR, Safety, Finance, Operations, Logistics, and site leadership to align fleet activity with business needs.
• Prepare regular reporting, insights, and recommendations for leadership regarding compliance, cost, safety, driver performance, and fleet health.
• Directly supervises company drivers and is responsible for performance management, training coordination, scheduling oversight, corrective action support, and compliance expectations related to the driver workforce.

Who you are

• Demonstrated experience managing fleet operations, transportation compliance, logistics operations, or a closely related function.
• Working knowledge of DOT and FMCSA requirements, including driver qualification files, Hours of Service, ELD requirements, vehicle inspections, and related compliance records.
• Experience supervising drivers, managing vendor relationships, monitoring fleet performance, and supporting safety programs.
• Ability to analyze fleet cost, maintenance, utilization, safety, and compliance data and translate findings into practical actions.
• Strong communication, organization, follow‑up, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with telematics, ELD, fleet management, fuel management, maintenance tracking, or dashboard reporting systems.
• Experience supporting multi‑location or regional fleet operations.
• Experience participating in DOT/FMCSA audits or compliance reviews.

What's in it for you?

• Annual base salary range: $XX- $XX
• Bonus target range: X-X%
• Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
• A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
• Time off with pay
• 401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and product discounts

Hunter Douglas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.