Fleet Manager

Job description

A Fleet Manager is required for a biscuits and confectionery manufacturer in Saudi Arabia, based in Jeddah. The manager needs to have at least 10 years of progressive fleet management experience, including at least 5 years in a management role, with experience in Saudi Arabia of at least 5 years. The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a closely related field. The candidate must be a Saudi national and proficient in Arabic and English. The Fleet Manager will lead fleet and transportation management across the head office and regional branches, ensuring reliable vehicle availability, timely maintenance, regulatory compliance, and cost control. The role covers approximately 540 vehicles and a team of 3 direct and 4 indirect employees, with responsibility for developing team capability and coordinating with Sales, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, HR, and external service providers.

Requirements

• Strong fleet and transportation management background, preferably in manufacturing
• previous FMCG experience in supply chain, team building, and employee training. Proven leadership in team development, performance management, coaching, and training, with the ability to work effectively across cultures and organizational levels. Excellent planning, organizational, time-management, communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Strong analytical and financial management skills, including fleet budgeting, expense analysis, and cost control
• understanding of the value chain. Knowledge of Saudi Arabian transportation standards and requirements, motor vehicle regulations, and Saudi Labor Law
• ability to apply fleet policies accurately. Computer literacy and English proficiency
• SAP experience is highly desirable. Inventory management and planning experience is an advantage. Business integrity, sound judgment, and a strong commitment to internal and external customer service.

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