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Fleet Operations Leed - Materials Handling and Heavy-Duty Equipment Programs

Saint-Gobain

MALVERN, PA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Aged Care, Analysis Skills, Auditing, Auto Insurance, Bid Analysis, Budgeting, Business Administration, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Childcare, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Customer Service Management, Data Processing, Decision Support, Dental Insurance, Diversity, Employee Assistance Plan, Equipment Replacement, Equipment Specification, Fleet Management, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Insurance, Leadership, Legal, Multitasking, Operational Audit, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Prescription Drugs, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Project Management Professional (PMP), Property Insurance, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Reporting Skills, Retirement Plan, Right-Sizing, Supply Chain, Time Management, Total Cost of Ownership, Vehicle Fleets, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Planning, Vision Plan, Writing Skills
LOCATION
MALVERN, PA
POSTED
2 days ago
The Fleet Operations Lead supports the day-to-day operations of the Materials Handling Equipment (MHE) and Heavy-Duty Equipment (HDE) programs across North America.


Reporting to the Category Manager of Auto Fleet, Material Handling and Heavy-Duty Equipment, the Fleet Operations Lead is responsible for coordinating equipment acquisition, replacement planning, supplier communication, quote analysis, and ongoing operational support. Will serve as a key partner to business units and suppliers, helping ensure equipment decisions are cost-effective, timely, and aligned with operational needs.


Key Responsibilities

- - -Manage the replacement strategy for material handling and heavy-duty equipment across North America.

- - -Coordinate with sites, business unit stakeholders, and suppliers to obtain quotes, review specifications, and support project timelines.

- - -Analyze bids and supplier proposals to ensure alignment with operational needs, pricing agreements, and total cost of ownership goals.

- - -Recommend equipment manufacturers and models based on operational requirements, cost, and performance.

- - -Support capital expenditure submissions, including lease-versus-buy analysis and related business justification.

- - -Track fleet performance data and provide reporting and analysis to support replacement decisions, right-sizing efforts, and budget control.

- - -Coordinate lease and maintenance contract execution with sites and business unit leadership.

- - -Partner with suppliers and sites on equipment returns, resale of owned assets, and related recommendations.

- - -Conduct site audits to assess equipment utilization and identify opportunities to optimize fleet size and composition.

- - -Manage the maintenance purchase request and purchase order process end to end, ensuring accuracy, control, and timely execution.

- - -Lead continuous improvement efforts by identifying inefficiencies, standardizing processes, and implementing data-driven operational enhancements.

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- - -Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.

- - -Master's degree, MBA, or advanced education in Supply Chain or a related discipline preferred.


- - -Professional certifications such as NAFA, AFLA, or PMP are a plus

- - -Experience in fleet management, purchasing, or a related operational function.

- - -Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and key performance indicators to support decision-making.

- - -Ability to evaluate equipment specifications and applications and make informed recommendations.

- - -Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and partner effectively across functions.

- - -Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

- - -Strong customer service and stakeholder management skills.

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Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:


Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.


• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance

• Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options

• LiveWell Wellness Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave


Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.

• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan

• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability

• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance


Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want

• Group Legal

• Identity Theft Protection

• Auto and Home Insurance

• Pet Insurance and Discounts

• Back-up Child & Elder Care

• PerkSpot Employee Discount Program


At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.


Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.


Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com .

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