Fleet Manager

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. 

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people. 

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

Job Summary
Provides leadership, management and guidance in the development, implementation and monitoring of Fleet Capital programs, policies, procedures, initiatives and new technologies. Maintains focus on delivering cost-effective, timely, and strategically aligned fleet acquisition and asset management services to a diverse client base.

Essential Functions: 

• Under the direction of the Director of Fleet Services, leads and oversees the performance of personnel within the Fleet Procurement, Disposition, Upfitting, and EV Strategy teams. Responsibilities include performance evaluations, coaching and development, administering discipline when necessary, and ensuring accurate documentation is maintained.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations impacting fleet acquisition and asset management, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and applicable union agreements.
• Develops and executes strategic plans for fleet acquisition, electrification, and upfitting using data-driven insights to align with operational needs and company sustainability goals. Establishes key milestones, staffing models, and measurable KPIs, regularly monitoring performance to drive continuous improvement.
• Leads change initiatives related to fleet asset lifecycle processes and technology, including integration of electrification infrastructure, telematics data for lifecycle planning, and vendor performance tracking.
• Assists in developing and managing the annual capital and O&M budgets related to vehicle acquisition. Proactively monitors expenditures, identifies variances, and recommends corrective actions to maintain financial alignment.
• Provides guidance and oversight on vehicle specifications, standardization, and acquisition planning. Ensures coordination with operational stakeholders, compliance teams, and upfitting specialists to deliver fit-for-purpose fleet assets.
• Sets the standard for customer service and responsiveness to internal clients, ensuring alignment with business needs, while promoting transparency and timely communication on vehicle availability and program status.
• Evaluates, enhances, and implements fleet acquisition and asset lifecycle processes to ensure efficiency, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.
• Maintains collaborative relationships with the Purchasing department, ensuring ethical vendor engagement, contract negotiation support, and adherence to procurement policies and pricing agreements

Education Description: 

• Requires a four year Business degree preferred or 15 years of fleet related experience.

Experience: 

• Requires a minimum ten years of fleet technical, managerial or other related experience preferred, five year minimum.

We want you to know
Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together. 

What we bring to you

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Transit subsidies
• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type: Full Time 
Posting Start Date: 04/18/2025​
Posting End Date: 04/25/2025

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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