Fleet Manager
Fleet Manager Rochester, NY 14618 Since 1946, Davis-Ulmer Sprinkler Co. has been providing full-service fire sprinkler, suppression, alarm, and security systems to its customers, while maintaining our reputation as being one of the best companies in the business in the Northeast region. Davis-Ulmer contributes its success to their loyal employees and customers. The company's overall work force has grown and as we move forward, we foresee continued expansion throughout the Northeast.At Davis-Ulmer we believe that investing and empowering our employees as leaders develops an organization that delivers innovative solutions and services that create a superior customer experience. The unique blend of our leader's abilities and the ownership of their work, combined with our culture and values, creates something that is simply described as the Davis-Ulmer difference.Due to continued growth, we are seeking candidates for a Fleet Manager role to join our Corporate Support team in Rochester, NY. The Fleet Manager will be responsible for the overall management of a fleet of 600-800 vehicles. This includes partnering with over 30 locations to source, register, provide analytics to leaders within the business on maintenance metrics, gas cards to help increase pace of play within the branches in regard to fleet management. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fleet management, excellent organizational skills, and a keen eye for detail.Key Responsibilities
Liaison to API Fleet Procurement Team – Be an expert partner to API group to understand available procurement programs and launch those within the branches. Advocate for customer service expectations and build relationships within API and external vendors
Vehicle Sourcing: Learn and become the expert on the Holman ordering and transfer process. Support our branches in the annual ordering process through training and analytic support on recommended needs, provide budgetary considerations within the recommendation. Support branches in negotiation contracts with dealers and manufacturers to secure the best deals.
Registration & Compliance: Ensure all vehicles are properly registered, insured, and compliant with local regulations. Create a toolkit for ordering the required decals as needed for each branch and support any branches as those change with branding standards. Maintain accurate records of all fleet-related documentation.
Maintenance: Develop and implement a preventative maintenance program to minimize downtime and extend vehicle life through analytics of spend and pricing through API programs. Work with branch to support the use of Holman Maintenance (or other API level maintenance arrangements) and schedule and coordinate repairs, servicing, and inspections.
Cost Management: Monitor and control fleet-related expenditures, implementing cost-saving measures where possible. Analyze and report on fleet performance, costs, and utilization to senior management.
Replacement Recommendations: Evaluate the condition and performance of vehicles and make recommendations on replacements. Develop a long-term vehicle replacement strategy to ensure fleet efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Safety & Compliance: Work with the safety team to ensure programs and initiatives are in alignment with Company wide safety initiatives and compliance.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
Proven experience in fleet management, preferably with a large and diverse fleet.
Strong knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair.
Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
Proficiency in fleet management software and MS Office Suite.
Ability to analyze data and generate actionable insights.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Valid driver’s license.
Starting Pay Rate: $70,000-$85,000 per yearWhy work for Davis-Ulmer Fire Protection?
We offer competitive pay for experienced individuals.
We are owned by the APi Group, a publicly traded, multi-billion-dollar corporation based in Minnesota. This is a benefit that provides financial support and backing, world-class training, and leadership development.
We offer an industry leading benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and other benefits.
We are an engaged organization with strong and authentic values, with clear evidence of trust and fairness, where two-way promises and commitments are understood and fulfilled.
We hire people whose values align with ours. This is a key element of our People/Talent Development Operating Code.
Many of our employees have worked with us for over 30 years. We believe if you invest in the right people, you will create long-lasting professional relationships that benefit everyone.
Davis-Ulmer offers a competitive benefits package which includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K match program, employer funded profit-sharing plan and a variety of voluntary benefits.Davis-Ulmer and its subsidiaries are affirmative action and equal opportunity employers, and do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Minority/Female/Disability/VeteranDAVIS-ULMER'S ENDURING PURPOSE: "To protect what you value most."Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.