Fleet Manager

At EVERSANA®, we are proud to be a Great Place to Work across the globe. We’re fueled by our vision to create a healthier world. How? Our global team of more than 6,000 employees is committed to creating and delivering next-generation commercialization services to the life sciences industry. We are grounded in our cultural beliefs and serve more than 670 clients ranging from innovative biotech start-ups to established pharmaceutical companies. Our products, services and solutions help bring innovative therapies to market and support the patients who depend on them. Our jobs, skills and talents are unique, but together we make an impact every day. Join us!  Across our growing organization, we embrace diversity in backgrounds and experiences. Improving patient lives around the world is a priority, and we need people from all backgrounds and swaths of life to help build the future of the healthcare and the life sciences industry. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating an inclusive culture that embraces our cultural beliefs.  We are deliberate and self-reflective about the kind of team and culture we are building. We look for team members that are not only strong in their own aptitudes but also who care deeply about EVERSANA, our people, clients and most importantly, the patients we serve.   We are EVERSANA.   The Fleet Manager is expected to lead multiple complex projects in the fleet space, with a heavy emphasis on cost savings and continuous improvement. Projects will require very close collaboration with field employees, various suppliers and internal EVS stakeholders and key decision makers. The Manager will initially focus heavily on ou fleet projects to ensure benefits are maximized and sustained. This will include the development of new and improved processes, metrics and KPIs. The Manager will analyze all areas of fleet expense and supporting processes to develop a long-term view of project opportunities that will deliver improvements to our field operations that focus on cost control, operational efficiency, and service. Our employees are tasked with delivering excellent business results through the efforts of their teams.  These results are achieved by: Recommends fleet selectors which position EVS to move towards a more fuel-efficient fleet of hybrid and electronic vehicles by 2030 Establish, implement, and communicate the strategic direction of the department including developing SOPs to improve and streamline operations to achieve targeted goals Ensure DOT regulatory compliance that adheres to local, state, and federal regulatory requirements Deliver expected savings on all vehicle maintenance related projects, to include necessary metrics and KPIs for each. Work closely with our Fleet Management Company partner to ensure the necessary level of project support is provided, and that Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are measured and reported as defined in the contract. Evaluate, identify and implement cost and service improvements with fleet related suppliers. Develop and manage fuel program daily activities and projects, aligned with recently implemented fuel initiatives focused on maximizing the use of discounted merchants, reducing non-fuel spend, and other related projects in support of the company fuel policy. Work closely with the fuel card provider to negotiate discounts, develop analyses to maximize savings and compliance to policy, and ensure all Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are satisfied. Develop and champion improvement planning processes Design and implement a Fleet Dashboard that effectively summarizes the business performance and financial impact of all in-flight projects and the project pipeline. Provide support on month-end close activities, including SOX controls, fuel reporting, budget vs. actual spend analysis and reconciliation Develop and implement a best in class fleet administrative program that supports our mission to provide superior service to the field organization. Manage day to day fleet processes with the Fleet Team to resolve issues. May include working directly with the primary external vendors chosen to support those activities. Participates in the development and administration of the company’s annual fleet budget. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.  All other duties as assigned MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: The requirements listed below are representative of the experience, education, knowledge, skill and/or abilities required. Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is required Experience/Training: Minimum 5 years of industry experience including responsibility for end-to-end fleet operations and DOT regulatory compliance programs 5+ years in a role focused on project management with an emphasis on continuous improvement and business analytics Operational and technical expertise in aspects of fleet and asset management Ability to effectively manage multiple, high-value cost saving projects Advanced analytical and problem solving skills Excellent interpersonal, communication, and management skills Ability to effectively manage third-party vendor relationships Attention to detail with exceptional organizational skills Strong professionalism with foundational skills such as presentation, reliability, and discipline Licenses/Certificates: CAFM a plus Technology/Equipment: Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Suite.  Working knowledge of Fleet Management Software a plus OUR CULTURAL BELIEFS   Patient Minded I act with the patient’s best interest in mind.  Client Delight I own every client experience and its impact on results.  Take Action I am empowered and hold myself accountable.   Embrace Diversity I create an environment of awareness and respect.   Grow Talent I own my development and invest in the d