Fleet Manager

Get started on an exciting career at Element!

Element employees make a difference in the lives of others every day. We are re-defining the fleet management industry to be people first, then business - delivering on our promise of a superior client experience. This takes hard work and innovation, and we need more like-minded people on our team.

About the Role

We're looking for a trusted advisor to clients to join our team as Fleet Manager. In this role, you will work directly with client stakeholders and field managers to manage all aspects of the vehicle fleet program, ensuring alignment with business objectives, regulatory compliance, and best industry practices. This includes overseeing vehicle acquisition, maintenance, remarketing, and vendor performance, while also identifying cost savings and operational efficiencies.

What You'll Do

Client Partnership & Leadership

Lead the full lifecycle of fleet operations-from acquisition through remarketing-ensuring alignment with business goals, compliance, and industry best practices.

Build trusted relationships with client stakeholders to support strategic planning, policy development, and long-term fleet success.

Partner with Element teams (Client Success, Strategic Advisory Services, and Commercial) to deliver insights and strategies that reduce total cost of ownership and liability.

Act as the escalation point, resolving complex issues with a solutions-driven approach.

Analyze fleet data to identify risks, opportunities, and improvements in cost, safety, sustainability, and compliance.

Advise clients on emerging trends, including EV adoption and regulatory changes, and translate them into actionable strategies.

Communicate results and recommendations through reports, presentations, and business reviews.

Operational Excellence

Oversee day-to-day fleet operations-including ordering, budget, licensing, driver communication, and compliance-by coordinating with Element service teams and third-party partners.

Ensure accurate reporting and decision-making by maintaining inventory records across systems.

Draft communications to drivers and managers, reinforcing program updates, policies, and best practices.

Support driver onboarding and change initiatives such as policy rollouts, supplier transitions, or safety campaigns.

Team Collaboration & Mentoring

Partner with Element Account Managers to align strategies and ensure client satisfaction.

Mentor Associate Fleet Managers, building their knowledge and confidence in client service and operations.

Support onboarding and training of new team members by sharing best practices and guidance.

Contribute feedback and ideas to strengthen the Outsourced Fleet Manager program's tools, processes, and service model.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, or a related field. Or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience will be considered. Graduate-level coursework or an advanced degree is an asset.

5-7 years of relevant experience in client account management, fleet operations, or B2B service delivery, preferably within a complex service or logistics environment.

Demonstrated success in managing client relationships within a consultative, service-focused model.

Proven ability to lead, coach, and support others in a collaborative, team-based environment - without direct performance management responsibilities.

Proficient in using data and performance metrics to identify operational improvements, monitor program health, and deliver measurable client value. CAFM (Certified Automotive Fleet Manager) certification is required or must be obtained within 18 - 24 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Graduate-level coursework or an advanced degree is an asset.

Experience with Smartsheet, Microsoft Excel, and fleet management systems is strongly preferred.

Candidates with current CAFS or CAFM designation are strongly preferred.

Location : US Remote - with the requirement to be based near our offices in Owings Mills, MD or Hopkins, MN. Occasional in-office presence may be required.

The hiring base salary range for this position is $75,500 $103,800 annually. Actual compensation within this range will be dependent upon the individual's knowledge, skills, experience, equity with other team members, and alignment with market data. Please note that the disclosed salary range is solely for candidates hired to perform work within this geographic location. Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location.

What's in it for You

• A culture of innovation, empowerment, decision-making, and accountability
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits that serve the needs of you and your family and foster a culture of wellness
• Additional benefits and amenities, including paid time-off programs (vacation, sick leave, and holidays)

Applicants will be required to undergo a background check only if and after a conditional offer of employment has been extended.

Element Fleet Management and its wholly owned subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, veteran status, military obligations or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws. Disability-related accommodations during the application and interview process are available upon request.Should you require an accommodation with our hiring process please send an email to talentacquisition@elementcorp.com or call (800) 665-9744.

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