Manager Corporate Fleet

Why Choose Us

Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Manager Corporate Fleet to lead and optimize transportation capital investment performance across our network. This role is responsible for delivering accurate and cost-effective equipment specifications and optimized fleet equipment utilization through strong leadership, data-driven decision-making, and operational excellence. This is a high-impact leadership role with significant influence over fleet strategy, transportation cost structure, and service execution across a large-scale retail supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Network Performance
  • Manage and optimize life cycle replacement for diesel and battery electric transportation equipment across 16 distribution centers supporting a fleet of 1,500+ tractors, 5,000+ trailers, 120+ yard spotters, 85+ dollies, and 30+ miscellaneous transportation vehicles (fuelers, service rigs, snowplows).
  • Develop and maintain a strong relationship with OEMs and parts suppliers.
• Fleet Operations & Asset Optimization
  • Lead enterprise fleet strategy across a large-scale private fleet, including:
    • Tractor, trailer, trailer refrigeration (TRU), spotter, and lift gate equipment spec selection.
    • Asset lifecycle planning, replacement strategy, & capital investment (5-year rolling capital forecast), capital approval, equipment build schedule, delivery, onboarding (PDI, unit numbering, decals, titling, license and permitting, IFTA Tax, mileage tax) and invoice payment.
    • Equipment warranties, equipment recalls and campaigns, and equipment disposal.
    • Battery electric vehicle strategy, charging infrastructure, carbon credits, and autonomous vehicles.
  • Improve asset up time, utilization, and total cost of ownership across the network.
  • Drive initiatives to reduce fuel consumption, idle time, and overall operating costs through efficient equipment specs.
• Transportation Strategy & Freight Optimization
  • Support and expand “Own More Freight” strategy by:
    • Selecting the correct equipment to facilitate and support a wide range of backhaul opportunities.
    • Evaluating insource vs outsource strategies to balance cost, capacity, and service.
• Technology, Systems & Analytics
  • Ensure optimal configuration, adoption, and continuous improvement of Transportation Vehicle Telematics across all DCs (ELD, driver safety, food safety & security, EKOS/GasBoy (fuel), and back up cameras).
  • Leverage Maintenance Software (TMT) data, vehicle telematics, and advanced analytics by OEM to enhance equipment spec decision-making.
  • Develop and standardize reporting and KPI dashboards to monitor performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Operational Excellence
  • Establish and standardize transportation SOPs and best practices across all distribution centers.
  • Standardize equipment specifications (and approved options) and lead RFP efforts with Strategic Sourcing for:
    • Core transportation equipment (all vehicles and TRU).
    • Tires.
    • Lubricants.
    • Tractor and Trailer Graphics.
    • 3rd party maintenance services.
  • Support compliance and all applicable regulatory requirements with DOT, OSHA, FSMA, FDA, FMCSA, and CARB.
  • Promote a strong safety culture with clear accountability and measurable results.

Requirements

• 10 plus years of transportation, fleet operations, or supply chain experience (grocery or retail preferred).
• 5 plus years of leadership experience operating a fleet.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale fleet operations and delivering measurable improvements in cost, service, and utilization.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream.
• Associate discounts.
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more).
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay).
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development.
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve.