Fleet Manager – VKB Corporate Services (VKB Head Office, Reitz)

Fleet Manager – VKB Corporate Services (VKB Head Office, Reitz)

Company: VKB Group
Location: Reitz, Free State
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 13 March 2026
Closing Date: 23 March 2026

Job Overview

VKB Group is recruiting a Fleet Manager to provide strategic, operational, and commercial leadership within its Fleet Control division. This mid-to-senior level role is based at the Head Office in Reitz and plays a critical part in optimising fleet efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring full compliance across operations.

The successful candidate will oversee both strategic planning and day-to-day fleet administration, ensuring smooth operations while supporting business performance within the agricultural sector.

Job Details

• Division: VKB Group
• Business Unit: Fleet Control
• Minimum Experience: Mid-Senior Level
• Industry: Agriculture
• Functional Area: Finance

Key Responsibilities

The Fleet Manager will be responsible for:

• Providing strategic direction and leadership to the fleet function
• Negotiating vehicle purchases and supplier contracts to optimise costs
• Managing fleet performance, utilisation, and total cost of ownership
• Ensuring legal compliance, licensing, and effective risk management
• Overseeing fleet administration and supporting operational teams
• Reporting on fleet performance and recommending continuous improvements

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Matric / Grade 12 (minimum requirement)
• Diploma or Degree in Transport, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field
• Proven experience in fleet management or a senior fleet-related role
• 5–7 years’ experience in fleet control operations
• 2–3 years’ supervisory or managerial experience
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills
• Ability to analyse data and translate insights into actionable strategies
• A proactive, solution-driven mindset
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities

Key Competencies and Skills

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Strategic and commercial thinking
• Strong negotiation capabilities
• Data-driven decision-making skills
• High attention to detail
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management
• Problem-solving ability with a continuous improvement mindset

Important Information

VKB Group reserves the right to close or withdraw this vacancy at any time without prior notice.

All personal information submitted through the careers portal will be used strictly for recruitment purposes. Should your application be successful, your information may also be used for employment-related processes.

VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment decisions will align with the company’s Employment Equity Plan and Transformation Strategy. Applications from people living with disabilities are encouraged.

Application Guidelines

Applicants must follow these instructions when applying:

• Use Google Chrome when accessing the careers portal
• Submit a clear CV in PDF or Word format
• Ensure your CV does not contain any handwritten content
• Only upload your CV in the designated “Upload CV” section

Do not include additional documents (such as ID, driver’s licence, or certificates) within your CV file. The system provides separate sections for supporting documents.