Fleet Operations & Procurement Lead

Southland Industries; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance (100

Annual bonus program

Life/AD&D and disability insurance

Pre-tax flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays and vacation

Training and professional development

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries seeks a fleet operations professional to manage day-to-day vehicle fleet activities, including inventory, licensing, driver orientation, and safety communications. The role partners with internal units and external vendors to optimize assignments and maintenance.

You will oversee lease management, insurance liaison, and adherence to policies and regulations, while implementing cost controls and replacement scheduling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent training and experience
• 5 years of relevant experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task between a variety of job responsibilities
• Proficient knowledge of MS Office applications
• Strong customer service skills
• Excellent procurement and negotiation skills
• Basic understanding of budgeting and accounting

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate vehicle inventory, drivers and insurance; update and audit fleet tracking system.
• Coordinate vehicle assignments with business units; onboard drivers and communicate safety and maintenance policy.
• Manage lease activities; plan vehicle assignments based on demand and availability.
• Liaise with insurers; report incidents and damages.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable laws.
• Negotiate dates and prices with vendors; manage invoices and contract adherence.
• Process and audit fleet expenses.
• Plan and execute vehicle replacement schedules; oversee repairs and maintenance.
• Conduct budget and cost analyses for replacements and compliance reporting.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Multi-tasking

Customer service

Procurement and negotiation

Budgeting & accounting basics

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Southland Industries seeks a fleet operations professional to manage day-to-day vehicle fleet activities, including inventory, licensing, driver orientation, and safety communications. The role partners with internal units and external vendors to optimize assignments and maintenance.

You will oversee lease management, insurance liaison, and adherence to policies and regulations, while implementing cost controls and replacement scheduling.