Responsibilities
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The major duties, tasks, and responsibilities commonly performed by managers in charge of fleet are shown in the job description example below:
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Decide the vehicles to be bought and how they are to be equipped
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Oversee the sale and/or auction of used vehicles as at when due
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Regularly report expenses and performances of the fleet to the management of the company
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Draw up a budget for the company’s fleet management department and present it to management for further analysis and approval
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Ensure compliance of the company with government regulations that have to do with the transportation industry
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Take preventive measure to ensure safety of vehicles and drivers too
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Make sure vehicles are always ready and available to meet orders by scheduling and monitoring current trends in the industry, so as to enable forecasts
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Make sure that all vehicles are properly registered; carry out inspection on regular basis
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Take part in different workshops and/or programs to keep up with new trend in the industry
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Monitor fuel purchases by administering fuel cards for all vehicles to their respective drivers. This is done in order to regulate costs/expenses.
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Driver management
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Managing and hiring team
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Division Profitability
Skills:
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Excellent and effective communication and interpersonal skills
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Good analytical and coordinating abilities
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Must possess good leadership qualities
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Must be proactive and be able to pay keen attention to the smallest of details
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Ability to work as part of a team
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Basic knowledge of computer applications
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
5 – 8 years in Fleet Management or logistics
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Manufacturing industry
QUALIFICATION
A bachelor's degree or diploma in a relevant field such as logistics, supply chain management, or Transportation.