Manage the acquisition, financing and disposal of all vehicles and mobile equipment for the Duke Energy fleet
Work closely with the technical team to procure desired new features/assets
Lead the development of standardized specifications that meet departmental needs and provide the best overall value for the company
Lead the work group in the development of specifications that are focused on safety, reliability, value, sustainability and customer needs
Lead multi-department, enterprise-wide Fleet Vehicle / Equipment Standards Team
Provide oversight and approvals for all modifications to company vehicles and equipment
Own and manage multi-year agreements with suppliers
Develop and maintain high-level supplier management relationships
Guide work group in continuous improvement initiatives relative to the annual acquisition of replacement or additional fleet vehicles and equipment
Own and manage disposal of Fleet assets including lease terminations / returns and auction company relationships and logistics
Ensure safety is an integral part of all vehicle / equipment specifications
Reviews all incident reports to identify and address opportunities for elimination or protection from hazards
Manage all Fleet vehicle / equipment acquisition within approved financial parameters

Bachelor's in engineering, Business, or other related degree and 4 years of relevant work experience or high school diploma/GED and 6 years of relevant work experience
MBA Preferred
Previous Supervisor/Management experience
Ability to work in a self-directed manner and lead others to achieve high-quality and high quantity results
Knowledge of Fleet management system operations and reporting
Analytical skills with technical aptitude and ability to understand and explain complex technical concepts
Ability to relate and communicate to a wide range of positions internal and external to Duke Energy by utilizing effective written and oral communication skills and strong interpersonal skills
Ability to build cooperative working relationships across multiple levels of the organization and across departmental boundaries
Utility or other large fleet management experience, including the ability to motivate team members and lead others through change
Broad knowledge of overall Duke Energy operations
Demonstrated focus on safety and sustainability
Demonstrated history of negotiation skills
Understanding of overall vehicle / equipment system operation
Understanding of Fleet financing principles, including financial and goal setting practices.

Manager, Fleet Assets and Engineering Support

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