Asset and Fleet Data Manager

Fleet Management Specialist

Are you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation industry? As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple – "To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience." We believe that our people are what differentiates us from our competition.

At Swissport, we are driven by our core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things and Win as a Team, and we are currently seeking dedicated individuals, who align with these values, to join our team at various locations across the globe.

A key member of the Fleet Management group of Headquarters Team, this role supports The Head of Regional Fleet Management by managing both capital and expense projects relating to vehicles and airport ground support equipment (GSE) of the Swissport fleet for North America; facilitating support for the full life cycle of the assets, including capital planning, leasing, deployment, miscellaneous project support, and asset sale/disposal.

Additionally, this role supports the Finance, Procurement and Planning groups for the tactical execution of the overall fleet strategy to ensure fleet assets are accurately specified and delivered on time to support Swissport operations. Oversees policy compliance and reporting as it relates to the fleet; develops and implements vehicle and equipment specifications and cost management programs; manages fleet capex/leasing budgets.

Work in conjunction with management as necessary in order manage the acquisition, resale and disposal of vehicles and GSE assets, as well as to maintain accurate inventories of vehicles and equipment and titles. Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the application of Vehicles and Ground Support Equipment (GSE). Facilitate and coordinate inter-region transfer of equipment. Act as POC for vehicle & GSE asset specifications and supply chain matters related to those assets requiring regional input and coordination.

Propose Fleet Management System (FMS) rationalization to bring operational efficiencies in line with industry fleet management best practice. Manage GSE conditioning, reconditioning, and retirement programs. Oversee retrofit initiatives and coordinate salvage and resale efforts. Manage all statutory, regulatory and audit compliance including documentation of licensing, registration and permitting. OEM Vendors – Monitor new equipment deliveries. Address equipment defects and performance issues.

Resolve warranty issues. Provide feedback regarding new product features and equipment performance improvements. Own the short term/long term equipment replacement process. Initiate and implement projects that improve efficiency and/or reduces operating costs by optimizing and standardizing the fleet. Initiate, monitor, and recommend adjustments to the region's fleet replacement strategy in order to maximize the fleet's efficiency and profitability, ideally reduces the region's liability exposure and follows industry Best Practices.

This includes acquisition, maintenance and remarketing as determined by cost effective life cycle analysis. Lead the capex/leasing budget planning process. Own the equipment planning and demand standards process and work with stations, planning and operations to ensure equipment planning models are accurate. Align with global fleet management strategies and contribute to their development.

College degree desired Minimum 5 years of progressive responsibilities in Corporate fleet administration, or combination of relevant education and work experience, ideally within the aviation environment. Knowledge of fleet and automotive industry, technology and operation. General familiarity of fleet maintenance management principles. Knowledge and general familiarity with AP and AR systems, all MS Office product with intermediate/expert understanding of Excel and Access, CMMS (computerized maintenance management system) and other…