
Fleet Manager, Fleet Operation - AMP 1
At Lucid, our mission is that through technology, we create exceptional experiences to drive the world forward. Our Global Fleet Management department oversees the life cycle of all company-managed vehicles/equipment or leased, owned, and rental vehicles/equipment. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Fleet Manager to be based at our factory (AMP1) in Casa Grande, AZ, to collaborate with various business stakeholders, matching use cases with mobility solutions to oversee and support Lucid’s fleet vehicles for all Manufacturing, Logistics, Warehousing and Internal Programs in Arizona. This role will report to Lucid’s Director of Global Fleet Management and will manage the life-cycle and all day-to-day aspects of Lucid’s Material Handling Equipment (MHE) and Internal Fleet Vehicles, quality control, asset management, and all tasks related to vehicle allocations to support Lucid’s production of vehicles. The Fleet Manager will lead the AMP1 Fleet Specialist and collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to achieve operational excellence.
You Will:
- Lead strategic vehicle allocation and operations planning for AMP1 fleet assets.
- Oversee in-fleeting and de-fleeting processes, including vehicle acceptance, inspection, tagging, and movement.
- Manage preventive maintenance, body repair, software updates, and vehicle health monitoring.
- Ensure compliance with licensing and regulatory requirements for all AMP1 fleet vehicles.
- Track and analyze fleet utilization, maintenance schedules, and operational KPIs.
- Coordinate with internal teams and 3rd party vendors for vehicle maintenance, storage, and telematics.
- Maintain accurate inventory and service records across all stages of the fleet life-cycle.
- Implement cost reduction strategies and monitor maintenance expenditures.
- Support Lucid’s Global Fleet Management goals and act as liaison with internal stakeholders.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance fleet uptime, utilization, and compliance.
- Utilize Lucid FMS and 3rd Party MHE Telematics systems for fleet tracking and reporting.
- Conduct periodic audits and produce performance reports to inform decision-making.
- Provide operational support for ad-hoc business initiatives and cross-functional projects.
- Oversee Lucid’s Material Handling Equipment (MHE) fleet, including forklifts, tuggers, and other warehouse operational equipment.
- Manage lifecycle and fleet planning of over 900 pieces of active MHE equipment across multiple sites.
- Manage vendor relationships, quoting, executing purchases, and installation of new equipment throughout the operational footprint.
- Review and maintain all leases, ensuring timely replacement and optimization of equipment to improve utilization and reduce costs.
- Coordinate and execute maintenance and equipment upkeep programs, including PMs, ongoing service, urgent repairs, and manage invoicing and costs related to maintenance and repairs.
- Refine and develop long-term strategy and process for MHE fleet, including purchases, leasing, rentals, and R&M.
- Oversee the entire process from identification of need through financial approval, PO creation, vendor delivery, and system setup.
- Manage spot needs for equipment to handle demand changes in the business.
- Ensure preventative maintenance programs and contracts are in place for all equipment.
- Audit and review vendor invoicing for accuracy and compliance.
- Ensure proper data is captured and maintained to develop operational cost and utilization KPIs.
- Revise and develop reporting processes to demonstrate business results and monitor maintenance activities.
- Act as liaison for urgent equipment needs, including repairs, rentals, and replacements.
- Ensure all equipment is in safe and operable condition.
- Develop and adhere to the company equipment budget.
- Act as R&D representative for new technologies that can be incorporated into operations.
You Bring:
- Bachelor's Degree, MBA preferred.
- Ability to effectively communicate with suppliers and key stakeholders in a professional and constructive manner.
- Collaborate with peers to balance daily workloads and support the business.
- Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills to proactively formulate effective action plans to deal with issues.
- Flexible and able to work under pressure to balance competing priorities with strong organizational skills. Able to manage several tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to lead by example and foster a collaborative work environment.
- Superb organizational, communication, and analytical skills
- Willingness to embrace change and all other assigned duties for the team's greater good.
- Produce/review various performance reports to drive results.
- Must have a Team/collaboration-based approach to decision-making.
- Strong attention to detail
- Proactively work to organize, respond to needs, and anticipate what is needed by the individuals for whom they support.
- Ability to work independently and within a team.
- Must have a "Can Do" attitude with a willingness to assist others in completing activities as needed.
- Reports to an office
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
Skills / Requirements:
- Minimum 7+ years of experience in fleet operations, business planning, or a similar role
- Advanced/Proficient Computer Skills (PowerPoint, Excel, Power BI) and ERP Management
- Experience working in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
- Manage strong communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
- Strong team player and committed to teamwork in all situations.
- Demonstrated ability to leverage fleet systems and tools.
- Understanding of the automotive industry, vehicle systems and technology, and compliance requirements
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