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Fleet Executive Director

Fleet Executive Director

On-site

Industry:

Transportation

Location:

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Work Experience:

12

Job Description

Executive Leadership

  • Develop and execute the overall fleet management strategy aligned with company objectives.
  • Lead fleet departments and drive organizational performance improvements.
  • Oversee operational plans and future fleet expansion.
  • Monitor operational KPIs and report performance to senior management.

Fleet Operations Management

  • Direct fleet maintenance and vehicle management operations.
  • Oversee spare parts, procurement, and warehouse operations.
  • Ensure maximum fleet availability and readiness.
  • Manage the full vehicle lifecycle from acquisition to disposal.
  • Improve fleet utilization and minimize downtime.
  • Lead productivity and service quality improvement initiatives.

Contracts & Vendor Management

  • Lead all vehicle and related service contracting activities.
  • Approve technical specifications and purchase requests.
  • Manage tenders, RFPs, and supplier negotiations.
  • Select and evaluate vendors based on quality, cost, and performance.
  • Ensure compliance with SLAs and contractual obligations.
  • Conduct performance reviews and implement corrective actions. 

Human Resources & Organizational Development

  • Participate in hiring senior leadership and department managers.
  • Develop the organizational structure in line with business growth.
  • Support succession planning and talent development.
  • Enhance technical and managerial competencies across the organization.

Financial Management

  • Prepare and manage the annual fleet budget.
  • Monitor operating and maintenance costs.
  • Lead cost-optimization and efficiency initiatives.
  • Conduct feasibility studies for fleet expansion and renewal projects.

Compliance & Governance

  • Ensure compliance with government regulations and company policies.
  • Oversee quality, health, and safety standards.
  • Manage operational risks and mitigation plans.
  • Develop fleet-related policies and procedures. 

Digital Transformation & Analytics

  • Lead digital transformation initiatives within fleet operations.
  • Develop executive dashboards and performance metrics.
  • Utilize data analytics to drive operational and strategic decisions.
  • Oversee fleet tracking, maintenance, and management systems.


Requirements


Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
  • MBA or Master's degree in Operations Management or Logistics is preferred.
  • Professional certifications in Project Management, Supply Chain, or Fleet Management are considered an advantage.

Experience

  • Minimum 12 years of experience in fleet management, transportation, vehicle leasing, or logistics.
  • Minimum 8 years in a senior leadership role.
  • Proven experience managing large-scale fleets.
  • Strong background in contracts, tenders, and supplier negotiations.
  • Experience managing multi-functional teams and multiple branches.
  • Demonstrated success in digital transformation and operational excellence initiatives.