Head of Fleet Management & Performance

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination and continued learning and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you “Dare to Grow” with us?

YOUR ROLE

Our Transport Centre of Excellence, who provide specialist services and insights to our wider Ground & Rail team, have an exciting and unique opportunity for a Head of Fleet Management & Performance where you will lead our fleet management strategy working in collaboration with the Business Unit Director to drive fleet performance, profitability and utilization across our network.  

This pivotal role will see you engaging with a wider range of stakeholders across the UK network, where you will drive sustainability, compliance and safety targets to meet CEVA standards and client expectations.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

Reporting into the Business Unit Director, you will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of a diverse fleet of HGV vehicles, trailers and equipment where you will optimize performance, safety standards, and efficiencies to meet operational demand. You will collaborate with transport operations ensuring sites are adhering to transport compliance and regulatory standards and coordinate relevant skills and knowledge training where required.

In addition to internal stakeholder engagement, you will also develop strong working relationships with equipment suppliers, maintenance providers and additional vendors. You will manage fleet budgets ensuring cost efficient solutions without compromising on safety or quality and drive sustainability initiatives and discussions, developing and implementing strategies that enhance fleet operations and reduces environmental impact. You will be practiced in fleet analysis, utilizing data to monitor performance, identify trends and suggest and implement improvements.

As part of this role, you will also lead a small team where you will promote a culture of high performance, engagement and continuous improvement, creating development opportunities and embedding succession plans.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

To be successful in your application, you will have significant fleet management experience with the ability to demonstrate successes in managing a large fleet of HGV vehicles, preferably managing multiple assets. You will have in-depth knowledge and understanding in regulatory requirements, safety practices and industry standards related to fleet and transportation operations.

You will be able to demonstrate experience of building and developing exceptional internal and external relationships and possess strong leadership skills with the ability to create a high-performance culture through coaching and development whilst implementing sustainable improvements to drive business performance.

It goes without saying that you will have strong commercial acumen, problem solving, decision making and presentational skills, with the ability to delve into the detail and challenge the status quo when required.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of reward and recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package that includes competitive annual leave entitlement with a fantastic holiday buy scheme, pension and life assurance along with access to an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and money off vouchers for a diverse range of retail, travel and hospitality brands. There’s no doubt that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then please do get in touch to find your next role.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. Join CEVA for a challenging career.

CEVA Logistics UK&I is committed to attracting, acquiring and retaining the best possible candidates  in an equal and inclusive way that is consistent with employment legislation and best practice. We aim to select the best available person for  every vacancy irrespective of age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, political beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment and marital or civil partnership status.
Please note that candidates will be subject to the necessary right to work checks for the UK and Ireland. IND1