About the Role:

The Fleet Manager will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance and repair of the company's fleet of vehicles, which is part of a new program being developed by Wabash. This position requires excellent communication and leadership skills, as well as a thorough knowledge of commercial vehicle mechanics and maintenance procedures. The role is also responsible for leading a team, setting performance objectives, and ensuring they are met. This project is expected to grow in functionality as customer demand and needs evolve over time, so candidates should expect a fast-paced, start-up environment with an emphasis on discovering new business.

Your Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement maintenance programs to ensure optimal fleet performance, reliability, and longevity
• Document procedures, data analysis methods, KPI's and best practices to enable best in class fleet operations
• Schedule and prioritize repairs and maintenance work, ensuring that vehicles are available for use when needed
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair work, including parts used and costs incurred
• Coordinate with other departments, such as operations and procurement, to ensure that the fleet is meeting the company's needs
• Stay up to date on industry trends and best practices, continually improving the company's maintenance and repair processes
• Develop and manage a budget for fleet maintenance and repairs, ensuring that expenses are kept within budgetary constraints
• Provide leadership and direction while building a strong-identity team that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve a common goal.
• The ability to work cross-functionally across all value streams to develop and implement processes that are consistent with our “One Wabash” approach

• Embrace Diversity and Inclusion – Solicit and respect the input of others, celebrate differences, and strive for transparency and inclusiveness
• Seek to Listen – Actively listen to reach the best solution and make the strongest decisions
• Always Learn – Strive to improve; do not quit or settle for the status quo
• Be Authentic – Demonstrate honesty, incredible energy, and grit in everything you do
• Win Together – Collaborate, seek alignment, and excel at cross-group communication to success as one team and One Wabash

Wabash is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for its associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected class or activity under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions must be based on neutral, legitimate criteria. All employment policies and rules shall be applied equally to similarly situated associates.

Let's Talk About Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree (Preferred Major: Engineering, Finance or other technical or business major)
• 10+ years of experience in fleet operations and maintenance management, transportation and / or logistics, preferably in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Experience in a commercial vehicle dealership preferred
• Proficiency in operational level financial management, decision making and change management
• Experience with SaaS based Fleet Maintenance Management platforms
• Thorough knowledge of commercial vehicle mechanics and maintenance procedures
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Proficiency with computer programs such as Microsoft Office, telematics and fleet management software
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing vehicle maintenance and repair
• Ability to deal with challenging internal and external customers in a manner that shows assertiveness, professionalism, sensitivity, and tact
• Proven ability to develop strong, long-term external and internal relationships with employees and key accounts