Senior Manager- Fleet & Procurement

Description

What You’ll Do

As the Senior Manager Fleet and Procurement, you will oversee fleet, personnel, development, safety, training, parts procurement, and inventory control for the Mechanical Department. Ultimately, the Senior Manager is responsible for maintenance, repair, procurement and support for REMPREX fleet and customer assets. This role will report to the Director of Mechanical and directly supervise a team of procurement specialists.

Responsibilities

Act as a subject matter expert in all things electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical on a variety of equipment

Oversee the repair and maintenance functions of the Mechanical group, maximizing equipment availability

Oversee the accounting functions and provide analysis to support data driven decisions that support company goals, visions, and initiatives

Assist with trend analysis to shape a preventative maintenance program

Maintain detailed daily, weekly, and monthly records of equipment across the network

Assist with the enhancement of maintenance auditing programs

Properly document invoicing and other chargeable services

Implement and document cost saving initiatives

Evaluate suppliers to achieve cost-effective agreements

Consolidate vendor network

Maintain a department-wide parts and inventory list

Manage parts inventory to decrease stocking levels

Develop and manage min / max inventory levels across network

Foster a culture of maintaining a safe and clean work environment

Support safe work habits that eliminate all at-risk behavior, with goal of zero accidents or injuries

Ensure absolute compliance in company, railroad, FRA, OSHA, DOT – FMCSA and environmental regulations

What You’ll Need

High school diploma or GED

Minimum of ten years of experience managing M&R, fleet, and heavy equipment maintenance

Minimum of fifteen years of experience with heavy equipment repairs

Minimum of fifteen years of diesel mechanic experience

Valid driver’s license with a clean motor vehicle record (MVR)

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, mainframe systems, and terminal operating systems

Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical assemblies and testing experience

Proven ability to read variable schematic logic for both low- and high-voltage electrical and a variety of hydraulics

Possess an analytical mindset; ability to create reports, define analytics, and create key performance indicators (KPIs) to create the opportunity for cost savings, profitability, and service excellence.

Ability to effectively communicate, train, support and motivate direct reports

Strong problem solving, negotiation, and process improvement skills

Ability to pass a background and drug test, per Class 1 Railroad and E-Railsafe protocols

Preferred:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Previous Intermodal experience

Location

REMPREX is a 24/7/365 operation. This is a full-time role, and hours worked will encompass the hours needed to ensure staff and fleet needs meet both REMPREX and clients’ standards. Individuals in this role must be available on an on-call basis to address issues, repairs, or incidents as needed. This role will require the individual to travel as needed to support business operations. This role works both in an office and outdoors.

Who is REMPREX and Why Are We Hiring?

Headquartered in Lisle, Illinois, REMPREX specializes in the operation, support and engineering of intermodal terminals and ports nationwide. We specialize in delivering safe, efficient, and scalable services to help our clients transport intelligently. Click here to see it for yourself! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iHzf56-EVNg) We are looking for a dynamic and analytical leader to join our Fleet & Procurement team– that’s where you come in!

Your assimilation into our culture is very important in having a long and mutually beneficial career at REMPREX. Our core values are the driving force in our business. As a potential member of the REMPREX team, you should align with our core values.

Safety | We commit to actively foster a healthy and injury free environment for our employees, clients and the communities we serve.

Integrity | We make it a priority to do the right thing even when no one is looking, which is why we commit to the highest ethical standard.

Innovation | We challenge conventional thinking to continually improve the products and services we offer.

Transparency | We say what we mean, mean what we say, and do what we say we’ll do.

What We Offer

Competitive compensation & a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, flexible spending, 401k match and more.

Paid Time Off

Complimentary onsite fitness center in our corporate headquarters

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

A conveniently located office easily accessible by public transportation and major highways

Hybrid Work Schedule

A Diverse & Inclusive Company Culture that offers genuine teamwork

Ready to build your career with an industry leader?

REMPREX is the one intermodal logistics company that truly does it all and whether you are looking to make an impact on our front line in Operations or ready to contribute your expertise to one of our professional corporate areas like Information Technology, Account & Finance, Human Resources or Client Services, our highly-innovative, rapidly-growing enterprise provides everything you need to build a rewarding career. If you are a builder at heart, enjoy solving problems, taking the initiative, pitching in where needed, are always up for a challenge, we encourage you to explore your future with REMPREX and apply today!

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REMPREX is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Additionally, REMPREX participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. As part of our pre-employment process, we do require successful completion of a background and drug screening.

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)