Fleet Manager Kenyan Jobs.

Fleet manager Jobs In Kenya.

Company profile
Our client is large integrated FMCG organisation with a manufacturing base in Uganda feeding all Regional markets with various products. They are looking for a talented, sober, mature self-starter to fill this position.

Job Purpose: To manage a large fleet of trucks with responsibility for efficiency and turnaround as
well as maximize the utilization of the fleet while containing costs in the operations of the business.

Responsibilities
?Plan, organize & direct the work of the section to meet objectives with the most efficient use of personnel, facilities & equipment.
?Administer activities connected with the purchase of garage tools, automotive repair supplies, repair parts & accessories.
?Develop a testing and inspection program to determine quality & suitability & compliance with specifications for vehicles, parts, accessories & materials.
?Prepare monthly reports and projections on the mileage covered against the returns on investment.
?Develop and implement fleet management plans that will guarantee the availability of a well maintained and serviced fleet.
?Manage the company service providers such as garages to ensure all vehicles are serviced,repaired and maintained in a timely and professional manner and that all legal requirements such as inspections, licenses and insurances are acquired on time.
?Ensure that spare parts are procured cost effectively and as per specifications, monitor vehicles usage and running costs and make appropriate recommendations to management on the same.

Requirements
?Degree in Logistics or a comparable degree with additional related business management or equivalent.
?Must have minimum 15 yrs experience in similar position and be tuned into the conditions and dynamics of East Africa
?Prior experience in fleet management including monitoring vehicle performance, managing running costs and records maintenance; experience working with Heavy Commercial Vehicles (HCV’s) is a must.
?Experience/knowledge in motor vehicle maintenance including troubleshooting and procurement of spare parts.
?Should have a sound knowledge of workshop operations/mechanics and be a solid team leader.
?Experience working with third parties such as garages, suppliers, insurance companies,licensing bodies etc.
?Excellent supervisory and reporting skills are key.
?Ready to work for long hoursCompetencies
?Relationship building and maintenance skills
?Negotiation skills
?Communication and interpersonal skills
?Problem solving skills
?Business awareness
?Market intelligence collection and providing feedback
?Analytical skills

How to apply:
Send your application including a cover letter and detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business 15th January 2011.

Adept Systems
MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Web: www.adeptsys.biz
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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