[Hiring] Market Fleet Manager @Roadsurfer

Role Description

As Market Fleet Manager – DACH, you are a key member of the DACH Operations Leadership Team, reporting directly to the Business Director - DACH and working closely with the Regional Operations Managers.

• Lead all Regional Fleet Managers across 5 DACH Regions.
• Indirect oversight of Fleet Managers, Technicians, Damage Detection Experts, and Spare Parts Experts for over 4000 vehicles at over 40 Stations.
• Drive fleet availability, repair turn-around, cost efficiency, and quality across the market.
• Own the Maintenance, Repair, and Fleet Transfer budget ensuring cost-efficient, high-quality repairs.
• Define repair strategies per vehicle based on damage reports and operational priorities.
• Maintain strong vehicle availability by coordinating workshop capacity, scheduling, and spare parts flow.
• Build and optimize the internal and external workshop network to improve turnaround times and cost efficiency.
• Lead and develop fleet teams at the station ensuring consistent performance and technical capability.
• Track key KPIs such as repair cost, time, and damage detection accuracy.
• Spearhead strategic initiatives to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Degree or Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Technology, or similar technical field.
• 8+ years of experience in fleet management, maintenance/repair, or workshop management.
• 5+ years of direct people management experience, preferably in a technical and operational environment.
• Strong analytical and budgeting skills with a focus on efficiency and quality.
• Confident leader with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-site environment; travel to internal stations and external vendors within the market required.
• Proficient in maintenance or fleet management systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Working proficiency in both German and English.

Benefits

• Collegial atmosphere with flat hierarchies.
• Regular team events such as joint sports sessions, pizza & beer evenings.
• Support for personal and professional development through an individual Growth Plan and Inhouse Academy.
• Annual camper budget to experience the #happyroadsurfing lifestyle.