REM Associates Ltd
Head of fleet services
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Company Description
REM Associates Ltd is a specialist consultancy in logistics and supply chain, combining over 50 years of experience in executive search and 3PL e-fulfilment growth. The company partners with blue-chip organizations, global brands, and leading 3PL providers across the UK and internationally to place high-performing leaders who drive operational excellence and commercial growth. Beyond recruitment, REM Associates helps 3PLs and brands optimize pallet space, warehouse utilization, and contract acquisition, creating measurable commercial impact. By understanding both the leadership and commercial strategy required within the supply chain, the company supports clients in building and scaling logistics businesses. This focus on precision, insight, and results makes REM Associates a trusted partner for organizations seeking to grow their people, contracts, and capacity.
Role Description
The Head of Fleet Services will oversee the strategic and operational management of the company’s or clients’ vehicle fleets, ensuring safe, cost-effective, and compliant operations. This full-time role is based in Brighton on a hybrid working model, with regular on-site presence and some flexibility to work from home.
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Day-to-day responsibilities include:
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- Managing fleet performance
- Establishing service standards
- Ensuring adherence to regulatory and safety requirements
- Leading relationships with suppliers, maintenance providers, and internal stakeholders
- Overseeing vehicle acquisition, replacement planning, and utilization
- Managing budgets
- Analyzing operational data
- Implementing continuous improvement initiatives
- Leading a team responsible for scheduling, maintenance planning, and incident management
- Supporting broader logistics and supply chain objectives
Qualifications
- Strong fleet management and logistics operations skills, including route planning, vehicle utilisation, and service-level adherence.
- Expertise in regulatory compliance and safety standards relating to fleet operations, including vehicle inspections, licensing, and health and safety practices.
- Proficiency in budgeting, cost control, and commercial analysis, with experience managing contracts and vendor relationships.
- Leadership and people management capabilities, including team development, performance management, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Ability to use fleet management systems, telematics, and data analytics tools to drive operational efficiency and decision-making.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders, suppliers, and operational teams.
- Experience within logistics, transport, 3PL, or supply chain environments; exposure to e-fulfilment or high-volume distribution is advantageous.
- Relevant professional qualifications or certifications in transport management, logistics, or supply chain (e.g., CPC, logistics/supply chain degree) are beneficial.
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