Director, Fleet

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure™ with local service, nationwide®. As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core & Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non-residential and residential end markets, nationwide. With over 370 locations across the U.S., the company provides its customers local expertise backed by a national supply chain. Core & Main’s 5,700 associates are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure. Visit  coreandmain.com  to learn more.

The Fleet Director leads Core & Main’s national fleet operations, driving operational excellence and transforming fleet processes, policies, and programs to build a modern, efficient, and scalable fleet organization. This role oversees strategy, asset lifecycle management, maintenance, compliance, vendor partnerships, and continuous improvement for a nationwide fleet of light-, medium-, and heavy‑duty vehicles. The leader evaluates current operations, identifies improvement opportunities, and implements sustainable solutions that strengthen utilization, service levels, safety, compliance, and cost performance. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on, data‑driven fleet expert with strong analytical skills and a proven ability to standardize processes, deploy technology, and lead organizational change across complex, multi‑location operations. Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities Fleet Strategy: Develop and execute a multi-year fleet strategy aligned with Core & Main's operational, service, and financial objectives. Process Optimization : Lead the transformation and continuous improvement of fleet processes, policies, and procedures to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and enhance service levels. Operational Leadership : Oversee day-to-day fleet operations, including vehicle acquisition, lifecycle management, maintenance, compliance, and utilization. Fleet Governance & Standardization: Establish and maintain fleet policies, standards, controls, and operating procedures to ensure consistency, accountability, and compliance across all locations. Vendor Management : Manage national and regional vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and monitor performance against established service level agreements and business objectives. Compliance Oversight : Ensure adherence to DOT, OSHA, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations while creating a culture of safety and risk mitigation Data & Reporting : Develop and maintain dashboards, KPIs, and reporting tools that provide actionable insights and support data-driven decision-making. Budget & Capital Management: Own fleet operating and capital budgets, forecasting, fleet replacement planning, and cost-reduction initiatives. Asset Optimization: Develop fleet replacement, utilization, and lifecycle strategies to optimize capital investment and total cost of ownership. Technology Enablement : Evaluate, implement, and optimize fleet management technologies, telematics, and automation tools to modernize operations and improve visibility. Change Leadership: Lead cross-functional change initiatives, influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization, and drive adoption of new processes, technologies, and performance expectations. Cross‑Functional Collaboration : Partner with Operations, EHS, Finance, IT, HR and field leadership to align fleet priorities with business needs and strategic objectives.

Leadership : Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing team while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, customer service, and operational excellence.

Required: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field. 10+ years fleet/operations leadership with