Fleet Asset Manager

Position Overview

World Kinect is seeking a Fleet Asset Manager to oversee fleet processes in the U.S. Central Region. This role is crucial for developing policies and procedures to meet organizational equipment needs, managing budgets, and ensuring the efficient movement and maintenance of our fleet.

Company Information

At World Kinect, our employees are the key to our global success. We are industry leaders due to the innumerable talents of our approximately 5000 strong professional team. Our people thrive in an entrepreneurial and culturally-diverse environment, where innovative thinking, collaboration, and efficient execution are highly valued. Our high-performance culture is what allows us to drive sustained growth. Stronger together, we promote an environment where individuals can thrive.

Employment Type

Full-time

Location

Central Region Remote

Salary

$90,000 - $100,000 DOE, plus 15% annual bonus potential!

Why You'll Love This Role

• Dynamic Environment: Be at the heart of our operations, ensuring seamless service delivery and compliance with safety regulations.
• Career Growth: We offer opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Impactful Work: Your contributions will directly enhance the efficiency and safety of our fleet operations.

Key Responsibilities

Fleet Management

• Oversee the entire lifecycle of company-owned commercial vehicles, optimizing their utilization and ensuring safe operations.
• Create and implement policies and procedures to meet equipment needs.
• Participate in the development and approval of equipment-related budgets.
• Evaluate and select equipment vendors, making rent vs. buy decisions.
• Manage the movement of equipment to and from active worksites, tracking and coordinating inspections.
• Arrange for preventative maintenance and repairs, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Coordinate training sessions for equipment operators.
• Create and manage performance metrics and KPIs to measure fleet policy compliance, asset utilization, cost, and sustainability.
• Define and apply best-in-class maintenance and repair practices for company assets.

Shop Management

• Oversee WKC Shops and Mechanics within the region.

Compliance & Regulatory

• Ensure all vehicles comply with emission testing and state-required inspections.
• Support DOT regulatory compliance and driver safety efforts.

Electric Vehicle Program

• Implement charging stations and manage electric vehicle programs.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Relationships

• Work with Directors, Operation Managers, PDCs, Drivers, and Mechanics to analyze costs and manage assets.
• Establish collaborative relationships with WKC lines of business, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

Direct Reports

• Mechanic I, II and III

Travel Requirements

Moderate travel within the assigned regional location, including occasional trips to support shops and vendors. Some nights out may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

World Kinect is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.