Element employees make a difference in the lives of others every day. We are re-defining the fleet management industry to be people first then business delivering on our promise of a superior client experience. This takes hard work and innovation and we need more like-minded people on our team.
About the Role
Were looking for a client-centric professional to join our team as a Senior Associate Truck & Upfit this role you will be responsible for managing client vehicle and upfit orders ensuring seamless coordination between internal teams dealers and suppliers. This role exists to provide clients with efficient cost-effective solutions for vehicle acquisition and upfitting needs while maintaining high standards of client satisfaction and operational excellence. The incumbent is held accountable for delivering timely and accurate order fulfillment cost management and exceptional client service.
What Youll Do
Consult with clients regarding vehicle and upfit needs provide guidance on specifications availability and cost-effective alternatives
Coordinate end-to-end order processes ensuring alignment with client expectations
Build and maintain relationships with suppliers upfit vendors and dealers
Negotiate pricing incentives and delivery arrangements within Elements preferred networks to secure the best client outcomes
Facilitate documentation flow for vehicle registration licensing and upfit specifications
Ensure compliance with internal policies
Partner with Fleet Partnership Solutions Sales and Operations SMEs to influence and align business solutions while communicating effectively to keep stakeholders informed throughout the process
Identify client trends and pain points in ordering recommending process improvements and strategic solutions that enhance client value and operational efficiency
Basic Qualifications
Education: College/University degree in business or related field preferred; equivalent business experience accepted
1 5 years of consultative client-facing business experience in fleet management automotive or related industries
Proficiency with MS Office (Excel Word and PowerPoint)
Strong organizational and project management skills
Effective negotiation and relationship management abilities
Ability to analyze cost/benefit scenarios and present recommendations
Decisions focus on vendor selection pricing negotiations and upfit solutions that balance cost compliance and client satisfaction (mistakes may result in financial loss compliance issues or strained client relationships)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience negotiating vendor agreements and managing client portfolios
Location: Hopkins MN
The hiring base salary range for this position is $49100 - $67500 annually. Actual compensation within this range will be dependent upon the individuals knowledge skills experience equity with other team members and alignment with market data. Please note that the disclosed salary range is solely for candidates hired to perform work within this geographic location. Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location
Whats in it for You
A culture of innovation empowerment decision-making and accountability
Comprehensive health and welfare benefits that serve the needs of you and your family and foster a culture of wellness
Additional benefits and amenities including paid time-off programs (vacation sick leave and holidays)
Applicants will be required to undergo a background check only if and after a conditional offer of employment has been extended.
Element Fleet Management and its wholly owned subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity equity inclusion and belonging. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion genetic information sex gender identity sexual orientation age marital status family status ancestry national origin citizenship physical or mental disability veteran status military obligations or any other characteristic protected by federal state and local laws. Disability-related accommodations during the application and interview process are available upon you require an accommodation with our hiring process please send an email to or call .
Required Experience:
Senior IC