Remote Fleet Strategy & Operations Lead

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Private health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off

Fully remote work

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Transportation Fleet Manager to lead remote fleet operations, optimizing efficiency, safety, and regulatory compliance across the lifecycle of our vehicles. The role focuses on strategy, procurement, maintenance, routing, and driver management, with remote leadership and strong analytical capabilities to drive cost-effective decisions and sustainable performance.

You will collaborate with stakeholders, implement fleet management software, monitor KPIs, and ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5-7+ years in fleet management or transportation logistics.
• Experience managing a large diverse fleet.
• Knowledge of fleet maintenance and preventive maintenance programs.
• Strong knowledge of transportation regulations and safety standards.
• Experience with fleet software and telematics.
• Leadership and remote management experience.
• Route optimization and logistics planning experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive fleet management strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Oversee procurement, maintenance, and disposal of fleet vehicles.
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations, licensing, permits, and safety standards.
• Manage fuel consumption, maintenance schedules, and repair costs to optimize expenses.
• Develop routing and scheduling strategies to minimize transit times and costs.
• Manage driver recruitment, training, performance, and compliance with policies.
• Implement and utilize fleet management software for tracking, reporting, and analysis.
• Monitor fleet performance metrics, analyze data, and recommend improvements.
• Ensure safety and security of all fleet operations and personnel.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align fleet operations with business objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Financial management

Regulatory compliance

Remote team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Fleet management software

Telematics systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Transportation Fleet Manager to lead remote fleet operations, optimizing efficiency, safety, and regulatory compliance across the lifecycle of our vehicles. The role focuses on strategy, procurement, maintenance, routing, and driver management, with remote leadership and strong analytical capabilities to drive cost-effective decisions and sustainable performance.

You will collaborate with stakeholders, implement fleet management software, monitor KPIs, and ensure