What are the responsibilities and job description for the Regional Fleet Manager position at EMR USA Metal Recycling?
About Us:
EMR is one of the world’s leading metal recycling companies with a history spanning decades. At EMR, our employees are the heart and soul of our organization. We are committed to creating a workplace that prioritizes the well-being and safety of everyone. Our company provides a supportive and inclusive community where everyone's ideas and contributions are valued. We believe in teamwork and collaboration.
Our mission is to provide our customers with efficient and reliable metal recycling services while minimizing the environmental impact of our operations. EMR recycles ten million tons of material annually, everything from beverage cans to aircraft carriers. We work with a wide variety of metals including copper, aluminum, brass, and stainless steel and can recycle it into more than 200 different types of new sustainable raw materials.
EMR offers our team a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans with company match, wellbeing benefits, employee assistance program and more. Join us and be a part of a team that puts people first!
EMR USA is seeking an experienced Regional Fleet Manager to oversee our transportation fleet throughout the Gulf South region. This role will provide direct oversight of DOT standards and drive initiatives that improve efficiency, safety, and cost savings—while ensuring full compliance with local, state, and federal regulations as well as company policies. This is a high-impact role ideal for a strategic, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced operational environment. The pay for this position will be $50 – 80k/yr
Key Responsibilities
Manage logistics expenses while identifying and implementing cost-saving opportunities.
Foster and maintain a positive safety culture, ensuring all operations comply with DOT and EMR safety standards.
Promote excellent customer service across both internal and external stakeholders.
Collaborate cross-functionally to align with company-wide goals, policies, and procedures.
Oversee dispatching, routing, and tracking of EMR vehicles and transportation assets.
Develop and maintain maintenance programs for all transportation assets, including vehicles, trailers, and containers.
Monitor and report P&L performance, operational results, and progress on annual initiatives to senior leadership.
Identify and implement process optimizations and technology integrations to enhance performance.
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and remain current with evolving regulatory landscapes impacting transportation operations.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Proven track record in P&L management and cost control within logistics or transportation.
Demonstrated success implementing transportation efficiencies and continuous improvement initiatives.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all organizational levels.
A strategic thinker who also takes a hands-on approach to management and problem-solving.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Minimum 5 years of experience in road transport management, including oversight of fleet operations.
Previous experience managing transport teams and assets across multiple sites.
EMR USA Metal Recycling provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
EMR is one of the world’s leading metal recycling companies with a history spanning decades. At EMR, our employees are the heart and soul of our organization. We are committed to creating a workplace that prioritizes the well-being and safety of everyone. Our company provides a supportive and inclusive community where everyone's ideas and contributions are valued. We believe in teamwork and collaboration.
Our mission is to provide our customers with efficient and reliable metal recycling services while minimizing the environmental impact of our operations. EMR recycles ten million tons of material annually, everything from beverage cans to aircraft carriers. We work with a wide variety of metals including copper, aluminum, brass, and stainless steel and can recycle it into more than 200 different types of new sustainable raw materials.
EMR offers our team a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans with company match, wellbeing benefits, employee assistance program and more. Join us and be a part of a team that puts people first!
EMR USA is seeking an experienced Regional Fleet Manager to oversee our transportation fleet throughout the Gulf South region. This role will provide direct oversight of DOT standards and drive initiatives that improve efficiency, safety, and cost savings—while ensuring full compliance with local, state, and federal regulations as well as company policies. This is a high-impact role ideal for a strategic, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced operational environment. The pay for this position will be $50 – 80k/yr
Key Responsibilities
Manage logistics expenses while identifying and implementing cost-saving opportunities.
Foster and maintain a positive safety culture, ensuring all operations comply with DOT and EMR safety standards.
Promote excellent customer service across both internal and external stakeholders.
Collaborate cross-functionally to align with company-wide goals, policies, and procedures.
Oversee dispatching, routing, and tracking of EMR vehicles and transportation assets.
Develop and maintain maintenance programs for all transportation assets, including vehicles, trailers, and containers.
Monitor and report P&L performance, operational results, and progress on annual initiatives to senior leadership.
Identify and implement process optimizations and technology integrations to enhance performance.
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and remain current with evolving regulatory landscapes impacting transportation operations.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Proven track record in P&L management and cost control within logistics or transportation.
Demonstrated success implementing transportation efficiencies and continuous improvement initiatives.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all organizational levels.
A strategic thinker who also takes a hands-on approach to management and problem-solving.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Minimum 5 years of experience in road transport management, including oversight of fleet operations.
Previous experience managing transport teams and assets across multiple sites.
EMR USA Metal Recycling provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Salary : $50,000 - $80,000