Deputy General Manager - National Fleet Management

Key Responsibilities:

Fleet Operations & Optimization

• Lead the management of a pan-India fleet (owned and/or leased), ensuring vehicle availability, utilization, and reliability.
• Monitor and improve fleet KPIs: uptime, fuel efficiency, cost per km, asset utilization, and maintenance cycles.
• Implement route planning, vehicle tracking, and scheduling tools for optimized operations.

Maintenance & Compliance

• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance schedules and ensure minimal downtime.
• Ensure all vehicles comply with RTO norms, road safety standards, insurance, permits, and fitness certifications.
• Implement fleet management systems (FMS/Telematics) for real-time tracking and diagnostics.

Cost Control & Vendor Management

• Manage fleet budgeting, leasing models, and cost optimization initiatives (fuel, repairs, tolls, insurance).
• Lead negotiations and relationships with vendors for vehicle procurement, leasing, maintenance, and fuel partnerships.
• Drive cost-reduction programs without compromising safety or performance.

Team & Stakeholder Coordination

• Lead and mentor regional fleet managers, mechanics, and operational support teams.
• Collaborate with logistics, operations, procurement, and compliance departments to align fleet performance with business needs.
• Ensure effective training programs for drivers and operations staff on safety, efficiency, and vehicle handling.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 10–15 years of experience in fleet operations, with at least 3–5 years in a national or regional leadership role.
• In-depth understanding of vehicle lifecycle management, fuel management, leasing vs ownership models.
• Strong command over compliance requirements under Motor Vehicles Act, transport regulations, and logistics safety norms.
• Familiarity with fleet management software, GPS tracking tools, and logistics automation platforms.