merchantsfleetmanagement

merchantsfleetmanagement

Manager, Fleet Asset Lifecycle Operations

Hooksett, NH

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 12 days ago
Data AnalysisData VisualizationComplianceStakeholder ManagementExcelLogisticsProcess ImprovementVendor ManagementRecruitingLeadershipCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

  • This high-impact leadership role is responsible for maximizing asset value from vehicle return through reconditioning and disposition, while driving operational efficiency, reducing cycle times, and improving overall fleet performance.
  • The Company You're invigorated by team collaboration and a fast-paced work environment.
  • Opportunities for growth motivate you to always bring your A-game.

Responsibilities

  • You'll partner across the organization and with external vendors to optimize asset utilization, reduce costs, and improve operational outcomes.
  • Manage client escalations and dispute resolution while driving transparency, accountability, and cost recovery.
  • Partner with remarketing teams to optimize vehicle disposition timing and sales channel selection.
  • Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, consistency, and quality.
  • Leverage reporting and analytics to drive performance across key metrics, including cycle time, utilization, repair costs, and damage recovery.
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives, system enhancements, and operational improvement projects.
  • Coach, mentor, and develop team members while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Drive Fleet Performance.
  • Lead Operational Excellence.
  • Merchants Fleet is seeking a strategic and results-driven Manager, Off Rent Program to lead the execution and optimization of our off-rent fleet operations.

Requirements

  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable business decisions.
  • Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on execution.
  • Advanced proficiency with reporting and data analysis tools such as Power BI, Excel, or similar platforms.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
  • 5-8+ years of experience in fleet management, operations, asset management, logistics, or a related discipline.
  • We've been around for more than 60 years, but we're the fastest growing fleet management company in North America.
  • Qualifications & Skills
  • Deep understanding of fleet operations, asset lifecycle management, and cost optimization.
  • Proven experience managing vendor relationships and driving performance across distributed partner networks.
  • Demonstrated success implementing process improvements and operational efficiencies.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Education & Experience
  • The Company
  • You're invigorated by team collaboration and a fast-paced work environment. Opportunities for growth motivate you to always bring your A-game. You're tired of being told "no" when you think of ways to improve, innovate, and do things better.

Nice to have

  • Prior leadership or people management experience preferred.

Benefits

  • Lead fleet lifecycle decisions for off-rent assets, including retain-versus-sell strategies based on age, mileage, utilization, equity, and reconditioning costs.

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