Gertens · 18 hours ago
Fleet Manager
Inver Grove Heights, MN, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$95K/yr - $125K/yr
8+ years expGertens is a company looking for an experienced Fleet Manager to oversee their delivery fleet supporting garden center, wholesale, and greenhouse operations. In this leadership role, the Fleet Manager will guide drivers and dispatch teams, ensure safe transportation of products, and drive operational excellence across all locations.
AgricultureFlowersHome and GardenRetailWholesale
Responsibilities
Lead the day-to-day operations and strategic direction of fleet and dispatch functions supporting retail, wholesale, and internal distribution
Supervise, coach, and develop drivers, a Dispatch Manager, and dispatch support staff
Partner with HR on hiring, onboarding, training, performance management, and succession planning
Oversee dispatch planning, route optimization, and load scheduling to maximize efficiency and service levels
Ensure reliable, on-time deliveries and resolve escalated service issues or capacity challenges
Partner with the Safety Manager to ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and state/local regulations
Oversee driver qualification files, hours of service, inspections, and incident reporting
Lead accident investigations and continuous safety improvement initiatives
Develop and manage fleet budgets, including fuel, maintenance, insurance, leasing, and capital expenses
Analyze fleet performance data to identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities
Collaborate closely with Operations, Sales, Greenhouse/Nursery leadership, Garden Centers, Feed Stores, HR, and Finance
Support seasonal planning and peak-volume contingency coverage
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain, transportation management, business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
8–10 years of progressive fleet, transportation, or logistics management experience
Minimum of 5 years in a senior or multi-site leadership role managing drivers, dispatch, and fleet assets
Strong working knowledge of DOT/FMCSA compliance and transportation safety
Proven leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
Strong financial, budgeting, and analytical capabilities
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Ability to commit to full-time leadership hours, support seven-day operations, and provide on-call or extended coverage during peak seasons as needed
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
Ability to travel between facilities, yards, and job sites as needed
Ability to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs
Work environments include office, warehouse, yard, outdoor, and on-road settings
On-call availability or extended hours during peak seasons or emergencies
Preferred
Experience managing live, perishable, or time-sensitive products
CDL (Class A or B), Certified Fleet Manager (CAFM), or similar certifications
Benefits
Competitive Wages
Well-Maintained Fleet
Leadership Growth & Development
Health and Welfare Insurances
401K Savings with company match
Employee Discounts
Employee Referral Bonus
Company
Gertens
Gertens is a large 100+ acre Garden Center that caters to both retail and wholesale customers.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase