Fleet Field Director – Beverage Operating Unit

The ideal candidate will be based out of our Frisco, TX office.

The Fleet Field Director – Beverage Operating Unit is responsible for leading Fleet Field Operations across the Keurig Dr Pepper Beverage Operating Unit, driving safe, reliable, and cost-effective fleet performance across approximately 18,000 assets, 50 maintenance shops, 9 Regions, and 3 Business Units.

This role serves as the senior operational Fleet leader for the Beverage Operating Unit, ensuring consistent execution, operational excellence, and financial performance across the enterprise Fleet network.

Leading a team of Regional Fleet Managers and Field Fleet teams, this role partners closely with the Fleet Center of Excellence (COE), Finance, Procurement, Operations, Sales, and corporate partners to execute enterprise fleet strategy, drive continuous improvement, optimize productivity, and prepare the organization for the future Fleet Operating Model.

Responsibilities

Fleet Operations Leadership

• Lead Fleet Field Operations across 18,000 assets, 50 maintenance shops, 9 Regions, and 3 Business Units.
• Lead, coach, and develop Regional Fleet Managers and Field Fleet teams while fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Drive standardized fleet execution, governance, and operational consistency across all Business Units.
• Deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective fleet operations while partnering with Operations and Sales to ensure best-in-class customer service.
• Ensure compliance with company safety standards and all applicable DOT, EPA, OSHA, and regulatory requirements.

Operational Performance & Strategy

• Own operational and financial performance across key fleet metrics including safety, reliability, asset availability, maintenance cost, labor productivity, shop throughput, preventive maintenance compliance, warranty recovery, and outside service utilization.
• Partner with Finance to develop and deliver Fleet Annual Operating Plans (AOP), productivity initiatives, and financial commitments.
• Partner with the Fleet COE organization to execute enterprise fleet strategy, operational programs, capability initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Drive field execution of enterprise asset lifecycle strategy, capital deployment, fleet utilization, and equipment replacement planning.
• Utilize data and analytics to identify opportunities, improve operational performance, and deliver measurable business results.

Enterprise Leadership & Transformation

• Lead field implementation, adoption, and long-term sustainment of the Fleet Maintenance System (FMS), ensuring successful organizational change across the field organization.
• Partner with the Fleet COE team to implement enterprise programs focused on technician capability, maintenance best practices, parts optimization, warranty recovery, and fleet productivity.
• Build strong cross-functional partnerships with Operations, Sales, Finance, Procurement, Corporate Fleet, Sustainability, and vendor partners to improve execution and business performance.
• Continuously benchmark industry best practices and identify opportunities to modernize fleet operations and prepare the organization for future fleet capabilities.

• $155,500-$180,000 / year
• Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors
• Benefits, subject to eligibility, and collective bargaining agreements (where applicable): Medical, Dental and Vision, Paid Time Off, 401(k) program with employer match, Child & Elder Care, Adoption Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Employee Resource Groups, Breastmilk Shipping Services, Dependent Scholarship Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Education Assistance, Employee Assistance Program, Personalized Wellness Platform, Mileage Reimbursement and more!
• Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience within the fleet industry, including responsibility for fleet maintenance operations, multi-site field organizations, asset management, and shop performance.
• Demonstrated experience leading geographically dispersed fleet maintenance operations is required.
• Transportation, Distribution, or Supply Chain leadership experience is preferred; however, extensive Fleet leadership experience is required.
• Proven experience leading managers and developing high-performing field organizations.
• Strong financial acumen with experience delivering productivity initiatives, managing operating budgets, and driving results.
• Experience leading large-scale operational transformations and organizational change.
• Exceptional communication skills, executive presence, and the ability to influence leaders across multiple functions.

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single‑serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet’s, L’OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation and growth. Will you join us?

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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