Fleet Performance & Business Controller - Security Company

About the role

A well-known security company in Nairobi is looking for a highly analytical and detail-oriented Fleet Performance & Business Controller to oversee the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of its fleet of cars, vans and motorcycles. The role covers vehicle performance monitoring, cost-benefit analysis, vendor selection and oversight of vehicle tracking systems.

Key responsibilities

• Assess all rolling stock regularly to ensure peak performance.
• Analyse fuel consumption, maintenance costs and overall efficiency of each vehicle.
• Decide whether vehicles should be retained, replaced or upgraded, and give cost-benefit recommendations on fleet purchases and replacements.
• Meet with Heads of Departments to share data-driven insights and advise managers on cost-effective actions.
• Recommend cost-saving strategies while keeping fleet reliability and performance.
• Oversee the vehicle tracking system and ensure it gives accurate data.
• Manage vendor relationships and supervise stock control of fleet inventory such as spare parts, fuel and maintenance supplies.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in fleet management, logistics or a related analytical role.
• Firm, decisive and honest, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence decisions.

Required skills

• Strong financial and data analysis and cost evaluation.
• Vehicle performance assessment and operational efficiency expertise.
• Experience with vehicle tracking systems and fleet monitoring technologies.
• Negotiation and supplier contract management.