VP, Fleet Operations & Safety Excellence

AWP Safety; North Canton (OH); On-site; USD 210,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Life insurance

Long-term disability (LTD)

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

AWP Safety is seeking a visionary Vice President of Fleet Operations to lead all fleet strategy, safety, and financial stewardship. This executive role drives performance, regulatory compliance, and cost efficiency across company-owned and leased assets, partnering with executives to align transportation capabilities with strategic goals.

The VP will guide maintenance, fuel management, technology integration, and supplier negotiations while building a high-performing team across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Transportation, Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive fleet or transportation leadership experience.
• 5+ years in senior leadership or executive-level operations management.
• Strong knowledge of DOT/FMCSA regulations and fleet compliance standards.
• Proven experience managing large-scale fleet operations and budgets.
• Strong analytical, financial, and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute long-term fleet operations strategy aligned with company objectives.
• Lead initiatives focused on operational efficiency, scalability, sustainability, and technology integration.
• Establish KPIs, dashboards, and performance metrics to monitor fleet effectiveness.
• Provide executive leadership for fleet growth, replacement cycles, and capital planning.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strategic planning

Financial analysis

Communication

Team development

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Transportation, Engineering, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Fleet management systems

Telematics

GPS tracking

Job description

AWP Safety is seeking a visionary Vice President of Fleet Operations to lead all fleet strategy, safety, and financial stewardship. This executive role drives performance, regulatory compliance, and cost efficiency across company-owned and leased assets, partnering with executives to align transportation capabilities with strategic goals.

The VP will guide maintenance, fuel management, technology integration, and supplier negotiations while building a high-performing team across multiple sites.