Senior Manager, Fleet Operations

Swire Coca-Cola, USA; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 112,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) with company match

HSA with company match

Paid time off

Product discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement

Job summary

Swire Coca-Cola USA, based in Denver, CO, seeks a Senior Manager, Fleet Operations to lead daily fleet maintenance, oversee 3rd party vendors, and ensure repairs are safe and cost-efficient. You will drive preventive maintenance programs and guide a team of mechanics to meet high standards.

The role requires 5+ years in fleet maintenance, 3+ years in heavy equipment repair, strong budgeting/communication skills, and the ability to negotiate with suppliers.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent required.
• 5+ years related experience.
• 3+ years in mechanics and heavy equipment repair.
• Knowledge of DOT laws, fleet specs and industry standards.
• Strong communication skills with all levels of the org.
• Ability to lead and mentor others and manage budgets.
• Flexible work schedule as needed.

Responsibilities

• Ensure maintenance and repairs are safe, timely, and cost-effective.
• Align preventive maintenance programs and follow them.
• Perform quality control audits of repairs and services.
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance/repair activities.
• Conduct fleet training and development opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Prepare vehicles for transfer or disposal as appropriate.
• Manage annual cost budgets and explain variances.
• Negotiate supplier contracts and assess vendor performance.
• Coordinate with Safety on fleet-related incidents.
• Review/authorize repairs with Distribution Centers and issue POs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Problem solving

Team coordination

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

Fleet Management Software

SAP Software

Excel

Job description

Who is Swire Coca-Cola?

We are a family-owned bottling company with a story spanning over two centuries. We are one of the largest bottlers of Coca-Cola in North America and distribute more than 50 beverage brands and flavors creating joy for our customers every day. Our 8,000+ driven employees work hard as part of a team that delivers refreshment to over 30 million consumers across 13 states. Begin a journey with us at Swire Coca-Cola and belong to a community of dedicated team members who think big and believe in winning together.

Job Details:

Job Level: 7

Why you'll love working at Swire Coca-Cola

Swire Coca-Cola is committed to providing balance to support you in all aspects of your life, both at work and beyond. We offer the benefits you need for physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

• Health coverage (3 medical options, dental and vision). 401(k) Retirement Plan . w/company match
• Health Savings Accounts w/company match
• FREE virtual primary care, acute care and physical therap y
• FREE Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid (vacation, holidays, sick time, bereavement, jury duty, maternity/parental, disability leave and volunteer time)
• Discounted & free product
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for career advancement

In addition to health benefits, Swire Coca-Cola is proud to offer you opportunities where you help give back directly to the communities and causes you care about. Note: Enrollment in a Swire Medical Plan is required for some benefits.

What does a Senior Manager, Fleet Operations do at Swire Coca-Cola?

A Fleet Operations Manager at Swire Coca-Cola, USA is responsible for leading the daily operations of the Swire Fleet Maintenance department and 3rd party vendors as well as ensuring that all Fleet equipment is repaired and maintained in a safe and cost-effective manner to ensure our employees can perform the duties of their roles.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all maintenance and repairs of fleet vehicles and/or equipment are performed in a safe, timely, and cost-effective manner for all 3rd party managed locations.
• Ensure alignment of preventive maintenance programs are followed.
• Perform quality control audits of repairs and services.
• Ensure accuracy of documentation generated by employees at Swire CC/vendor shops for all maintenance/repair activities.
• Conduct Fleet training classes as needed and ensure appropriate training and development opportunities for all team members.
• Ensure compliance to Company policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Ensure that vehicles are prepared for transfer or disposal as appropriate.
• Ensure compliance to annual cost budget; explain and justify cost variances.
• Negotiating contracts with suppliers in all locations and assess the performance of vendors
• Working with the Safety Department on property damage incidents involving fleet equipment.
• Ensure all vehicle damage is reported, and repairs are completed.
• Work with fleet team at all Distribution Centers to review/authorize repairs and issue PO's.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school required
• 5+ years of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• 3+ years of experience in mechanics and Heavy Equipment repair required
• Knowledge of repair and maintenance methods, equipment, techniques, parts, processes, pricing, suppliers, industry standards and best practices used in vehicle repair and maintenance
• Knowledge of DOT laws, federal regulations, best practices, fleet makes & models, specifications, operations, and industry standards regarding large fleet equipment, and material handling equipment
• Skilled in problem definition, data collection, fact establishment, and valid conclusion drawing
• Good communication skills (both written and verbal) with ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to lead others and provide direction in a clear and concise manner; ability to develop others and ensure career growth opportunities exist for team members.
• Ability to manage costs effectively; ability to create and maintain annual cost budget.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule if needed.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word), Fleet Management Software, SAP Software, and Preventative Maintenance Programs

Base pay range is $112,330 - $147,434 plus bonus structure (dependent on role). Pay offered will depend on candidate's geographic location, prior relevant experience, knowledge, skills, & abilities.

At Swire Coca-Cola, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time associates. Benefit options include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Pharmacy
• Medical FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telehealth
• Virtual Mental Health Counseling
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Maternity Disability Paid Leave
• Parental Paid Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

Due to the nature of our work and to help maintain a safe workplace for our employees and customers, after a candidate receives a conditional offer of employment, they will be required to complete pre-employment screening. This includes a criminal background check, drug screening, and for certain roles, a motor vehicle record review.

Screening results are evaluated based on several factors, including the nature and severity of an offense, how much time has passed, the relevance to the position, patterns of repeated offenses, and driving history for roles that require operating a vehicle.

All results are reviewed fairly and in accordance with applicable state and federal laws, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Swire Coca-Cola is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer that participates in the E-Verify program as required by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Swire Coca-Cola does not sponsor applicants for work visas.