Fleet Manager

SUMMARY:
We are looking for a Fleet Manager with experience within the FMCG industry based in the Centurion area.

POSITION INFO:
Job Purpose:
The Fleet Manager is responsible for overseeing all fleet operations to ensure efficiency, compliance and cost effectiveness within the 3 Distribution Centre’s (Pretoria, Pinetown and Cape Town). This role includes maintaining vehicles, ensuring adherence to South African road and traffic laws and managing logistics associated with the fleet.

Requirements:

• Diploma or degree in Logistics, Transport Management or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in fleet or logistics management.
• Minimum of at least 5 years proven management experience.
  FMCG industry experience
• Familiarity with South African road and traffic laws, including AARTO.
• Experience with cross border fleet operations and relevant customs regulations.
• Proficiency in fleet management software.
• Strong understanding of vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Oversee the acquisition, maintenance and disposal of vehicles in the fleet, including those of the operations teams (Area Managers).
• Develop and implement fleet policies, procedures and standards.
• Monitor fuel consumption, mileage and overall vehicle efficiency.
• Ensure all vehicles comply with South African traffic and road safety regulations.
• Conduct regular inspections to maintain vehicles in optimal working conditions.

• Plan and optimize delivery routes to minimize costs and maximize efficiency.
• Ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Co-ordinate with internal departments to align fleet operations with company goals.
• Track and monitor driver locations and adherence to designated route plans, ensuring efficient and timely deliveries while maintaining compliance with operational standards.
• Manage all aspects of cross-border deliveries, including route planning, compliance with customs regulations, documentation, and coordination with relevant stakeholders to ensure timely and efficient delivery.

• Ensure vehicles have valid licenses, permits and insurance coverage.
• Manage all documentation related to AARTO, including processing fines, implementing driver deductions, and issuing warnings in accordance with regulatory and company policies.
• Investigate and report vehicle accidents or incidents.

• Manage fleet budget and reduce operational costs
• Negotiate with suppliers and vendors for vehicle parts, services and fuel contracts.
• Track and analyze fleet performance to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Oversee fuel and toll usage, ensuring accurate tracking, management, and reporting to optimize cost efficiency and operational transparency.
• Monitor and optimize tyre performance and efficiency, ensuring proper maintenance, usage, and cost-effectiveness to support overall fleet operations.

• Schedule driver shifts and assign routes
• Evaluate driver performance and provide constructive feedback.
• Conduct debriefings of all trips with drivers to review trip performance, address any issues encountered, and ensure proper documentation of trip details.
• Recruit, train and manage drivers and fleet staff.
• Motivate, guide, counsel, and discipline staff as needed to maintain high performance standards, foster teamwork, and address any performance or behavioral issues in alignment with company policies.
• Perform any other reasonable duty as instructed by management and complete the tasks.