Fleet Distribution Manager

Bimbo Bakeries USA is the largest baking company in the world and we welcome you to join our family of 20,000 associates nationwide. We offer competitive pay, benefits, a safe work environment, and opportunities for growth and development. Many of our products, including Arnold, Brownberry, Oroweat, Thomas English muffins, Sara Lee, Entenmann’s and Marinela, are beloved by consumers in every part of the country.

• Salary Range: $81,700 - $106,200
• Annual Bonus Eligibility
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Paid Time Off
• 401k & Company Match

Position requires minimum 50% Travel.

The Fleet Manager is responsible for the management and daily operation of specific garages in terms of staff, maintenance, safety, and third‑party vendors within a region, as well as the implementation and achievement of fleet operational programs and policies within the Central US Region.

• Manage company‑owned vehicles, garages, and mechanics to provide a safe and dependable fleet of vehicles.
• Ensure and maintain a safe environment through compliance with all company, local, state, and federal mandates or programs.
• Create a continuous‑improvement environment that reduces waste and increases efficiency and profitability.
• Oversee mechanics performing all mechanical repairs and make proper decisions to ensure vehicles are ready to operate safely.
• Coach and train mechanics on light and heavy‑duty repairs.
• Champion special projects to achieve budget and productivity goals.
• Utilize fleet tools and programs to manage defined standards.
• Lead fleet audit compliance and correction within the area of responsibility.
• Manage preventive maintenance program compliance and maintain accurate records of services and DOT/state inspections.
• Complete incident reports and conduct full incident investigations to determine root causes.
• Administer fleet department safety programs within the region.
• Review purchasing programs and manage parts inventory.
• Acquire and maintain expertise in fleet maintenance management software.
• Assist in controlling annual budgets and implement cost‑cutting measures.
• Oversee third‑party maintenance providers.

• Technical degree in a related field; a bachelor’s degree is preferred. A combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates competency can be substituted.
• 5–7 years’ experience in fleet or transportation.
• Knowledge of DOT and state inspection programs.
• Background in heavy‑vehicle repair and 3–5 years of supervisory experience.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to negotiate and influence others.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Computer proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.

• DOT / State inspection license preferred.

The physical and mental demands described in each job posting are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of each job. Reasonable accommodations may be requested to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of each job.

Bimbo Bakeries USA is an equal‑opportunity employer with a policy that provides equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.