Director of Fleet Assets and Maintenance

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Description:
eConsultAmerica is a preferred vendor supplier on retainer with a national logistics provider who operates almost 400 trucks, employs nearly 800 transportation professionals in it’s dedicated fleets and has established a network of 2,000 preferred carriers through a stringent carrier approval process. Our client is seeking an experienced and savvy Director of Fleet Assets and Maintenance. This position will be based in Lafayette, LA. Our client is offering full relocation. If you are interested please forward a brief cover-letter and your updated resume and we will respond back within one (1) business day. US Citizens or Green Card holders only apply. Position DetailsOur client is seeking a talented and experienced Director of Fleet Assets and Maintenance to join their operation to oversee an excess of 1,400 assets. The main purpose of this position is to establish a centralized point of contact for all issues related to assets owned by the company including their acquisition, maintenance and sales.Responsibilities• Managing total expenses, the P&L statement and maintain budget standards.• Devise and implement process improvement/standardization for the department.• Supervise and direct the daily activities for a team, including, hiring, training, development, performance evaluation, work assignments, recommending annual merit increases, initiating disciplinary actions, and resolving complaints and grievances for Regional Maintenance Managers and administrative staff.• Develop and maintain relationships with vendor suppliers.• Monitor department performance through costs and service measurements and metrics.BEST INDUSTRY – TransportationBEST DEPARTMENT – Maintenance

This job provides relocation assistance.

Requirements:
Bachelors Degree is required.5 – 10 years experience with managing a large maintenance department/division, preferably Transportation Tractor/Trailer purchasing and maintenance experience with prior operational experience is preferred.Analytical aptitude and ability to determine root cause failures.Strong leadership and communications skills in a technical environment are critical in this position.Experience at analysis and prioritizing conflicting priorities is required.Ability to work in a team environment, while being self-directed, motivated and process oriented.Experienced at hiring and developing high performing direct reports is required, with a proven track record of success.Strong record of continuous improvement, rish management, cost controls and best practices management is essential in this role.Experience in leading cost reduction projects focused on PMI’s, repairs, turnaround time, MPG, price and vendor negotiations.Vendor relationship management skills are mandatory in this role.Chosen candidate must be proficient using MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Fleet Assets and maintenance management database, Data Analysis, AS400, etc.CompensationNegotiable

Education: Bachelor

Experience: Not Specified

Travel: Not Specified

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Job Created: Thu Nov 05 2009 04:27:23 AM
Last Modified: Thu Nov 05 2009 04:27:23 AM