Role Description Plans, organizes and directs functions and activities related to the acquisition, servicing, utilization, maintenance and repair, and disposal of company equipment assets in an assigned geographical area. - Coordinates and directs vendor and contracted resources in a variable cost structure by sizing the resource pool appropriately to meet fluctuating demand. - Provides assets to meet company vehicle/equipment needs as well as assures safe and reliable assets in support of business objectives. Location This is a Work from Home position within the U.S. Main Responsibilities - Manage operating expense and capital budgets to achieve cost-per-mile, utilization, and fleet sizing targets. Analyze data to identify performance issues and implement corrective actions. - Partner with vehicle- and equipment-using departments to understand operational needs and establish processes that align fleet execution with business objectives. - Communicate and collaborate with Business Unit leadership, operations management, operators, vendors, contractors, and internal support teams to address fleet issues impacting service delivery. Ensure timely issue resolution. - Identify and coordinate the recovery of underutilized fleet assets. Evaluate asset condition and determine appropriate redeployment, retirement, or disposal actions. - Ensure compliance with company policies, preventive maintenance schedules, DOT and ANSI inspection requirements, safety standards, and applicable regulatory requirements. - Coordinate with contracted call-center operations to review and authorize repair and maintenance requests through approved supplier networks. Assess vendor performance and drive continuous improvement. - Monitor fleet asset performance and resolve operational, quality, and safety issues in collaboration with users and suppliers. Manage vendor performance using KPIs, including cost, repair cycle time, and repeat repairs. - Track and manage fleet warranties and recalls to ensure compliance, timely execution, and cost recovery. Qualifications - Demonstrated ability to perform in unstructured environments with limited oversight. - Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply company policies, procedures, regulations, strategies and directions. - Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with varied levels of employees, suppliers, vendors and teammates. Excellent relationship building and interpersonal skills. - Demonstrated ability to prioritize, organize, and accomplish multiple and broad range of tasks with limited timelines, analyzing information and making business decisions. - Demonstrated effectiveness with oral presentations and written communications skills. - Demonstrated ability to accept, embrace and manage ambiguity/change as determined by evolving business conditions. - College Degree or 5 years business experience. - Three years Fleet Management/Industry Experience supervising a medium size Fleet Organization. - Demonstrated experience working with vehicle repairs and maintenance. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs. Compensation This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors. - $67,703 - $90,270 in these states: AL, AR, AZ, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MO, MS, MT, ND, NE, NM, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, UT, VT, WI, WV, WY - $71,088 - $94,784 in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NC, NH, NV, OR, RI - $74,474 - $99,297 in these states: AK, CA, CT, DC, DE, IL, MA, MD, NJ, NY, TX, VA, WA Benefits - Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. Life at Lumen Life at Lumen is human and connected, even in a fast moving, AI‑focused organization. We set clear expectations and trust people to meet them. With real support and shared accountability, teams collaborate better, move faster, and deliver meaningful outcomes. Equal Employment Opportunities We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.