Strategic Fleet Operations Lead

Suncoast Communities Blood Bank; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

SunCoast Blood Centers in Bradenton, FL, is seeking a seasoned Fleet Operations leader to oversee all fleet programs and mobile units, ensuring safety, reliability, and readiness to support operations.

You will set maintenance, asset management, and vendor strategies, develop KPIs, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with FMCSA, OSHA, and FDA requirements. This is a full-time on-site role based in Bradenton.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years in fleet operations, maintenance, transportation, or related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory or management experience.
• Experience developing preventive maintenance programs and vehicle lifecycle strategies.
• Experience managing operational and capital budgets.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the Fleet Operations Department.
• Lead development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Fleet Operations program.
• Develop departmental goals, policies, SOPs, and performance standards.
• Establish KPIs to measure fleet performance, safety, compliance, and efficiency.
• Develop long-term fleet strategies to support growth and continuity.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Fleet operations knowledge

Budgeting

Vendor management

Safety leadership

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Education

Associate degree in Automotive Technology or related

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related

Tools

Fleet management software

GPS telematics

Maintenance tracking systems

Regulatory reporting tools

Job description

SunCoast Blood Centers in Bradenton, FL, is seeking a seasoned Fleet Operations leader to oversee all fleet programs and mobile units, ensuring safety, reliability, and readiness to support operations.

You will set maintenance, asset management, and vendor strategies, develop KPIs, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with FMCSA, OSHA, and FDA requirements. This is a full-time on-site role based in Bradenton.