Fleet Associate Leader

Overview PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world, with more than $91 billion in net revenue in 2025, driven by a complementary beverage and convenient foods portfolio that includes Lay's, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Quaker and SodaStream. PepsiCo's product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales. Our PepsiCo Supply Chain team is part of Pepsi Beverages North America (PBNA) and is the powerhouse behind some of the world’s most iconic brands. We build the future of supply chain through process efficiencies, sustainability initiatives, and high safety standards. We operate a nationwide transport & fleet network using common carriers, intermodal rail, and our private fleet to deliver products to customers. We are seeking an inspirational and strategic Fleet Associate Supervisor who will support all aspects of business operations, including Manufacturing, Sales, and Operations, to maximize performance. This leader directly reports to the Fleet Manager and is responsible for oversight of 5 locations, 900 assets, 18 Fleet Technicians, and $10M in fleet spend. The role balances day‑to‑day frontline technician management with analytical strategy. Key deliverables cover fleet operations: preventative maintenance programs, training initiatives, national compliance, and regional/national initiatives that improve business performance. The position is on‑site across 5 locations and requires 40% travel within the market. Key Responsibilities Safety: Lead safety initiatives, reduce injuries, implement safe repair procedures, provide safety training, and manage maintenance violation action plans to ensure DOT and environmental compliance. Service: Improve operational readiness with end‑to‑end asset management, provide world‑class fleet service, reduce fleet tows and downtime, shorten repair times through technician capability advancements, shop efficiencies, and parts program management. KPIs include preventative maintenance compliance and cost per mile. Compliance: Manage all regulatory compliance (DOT, EPA, SMART, FDA, SAG, PepsiCo internal audits). Fleet productivity & financial performance: Lead productivity initiatives and unlock performance through transformation, manage reliability, shop optimization, asset return, reduce fuel spend and miles to meet financial performance plans. People leadership: Enhance employee experience, build a high‑performance team, provide career advancement, elevate workplace experiences, and grow leadership potential. Sustainability: Advance PepsiCo Positive goals by decarbonizing the private fleet, executing fuel conservation plans, reducing fuel usage, improving MPG, and expanding the electric vehicle network. Compensation and Benefits The expected compensation range is $66,900–$111,950. Salaries consider location, skills, experience, and education. Bonus based on performance; target payout is 8% of annual salary. Paid time off subject to eligibility, including parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement. Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, disability, health and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee assistance program, accident, group legal, life insurance, defined contribution retirement plan. Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred but not required. 2+ years experience in fleet maintenance, transportation, or supply chain operations, or equivalent. 1+ years of leadership experience building high‑performing teams, fostering collaboration, managing performance, and driving operational excellence. Proficiency in MS Teams and MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). Strong understanding of DOT guidelines and private fleet operations. Additional Knowledge & Skills Dynamic leader with strong presentation skills to engage teams and cultivate a positive workplace culture. Ability to influence teams within a matrixed environment, facilitating effective interactions with internal and external customers, vendors, sales teams, operations, and manufacturing. Experience with Enterprise Asset Management Systems (EAM). Flexibility to work off‑shifts, holidays, and weekends as needed. Ability to work on the shop floor and lift up to 40 lbs occasionally. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Our company will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Fair Credit Reporting Act and all other applicable laws, including San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles Municipal Code Fair Chance Initiative. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female/Minority/Disability/Protected Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Age. For more information about your EEO rights, please download the EEO is the Law and EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View the PepsiCo EEO Policy . Please view our Pay Transparency Statement . #J-18808-Ljbffr PepsiCo