Icebolethu Group is seeking a strategic, data-driven Fleet Planning and Performance Analyst to join our Fleet Centre team. In this key role, you will drive operational excellence and continuous improvement across our commercial fleet by leveraging data analytics, telematics, and financial insights to optimize vehicle utilization, reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), manage supplier SLAs, and ensure full regulatory compliance.
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Fleet Strategy & Budgeting: Develop short- and long-term fleet strategies, lifecycle replacement/acquisition models, and oversee annual OPEX and CAPEX budgets.
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Performance Analytics & Reporting: Monitor fleet KPIs (utilization, downtime, cost-per-km, fuel efficiency), maintain telematics dashboards, and present performance analytics to Executive Management.
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Cost & Budget Management: Track TCO across vehicle categories, evaluate leasing vs. ownership models, and implement cost-reduction initiatives.
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Supplier & Contract Management: Manage supplier SLAs, negotiate contracts, evaluate vendor performance, and lead procurement reviews for fleet services.
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Compliance, Safety & Governance: Ensure strict adherence to SA transport legislation, the Road Traffic Act, OHS standards, licensing, permits, and internal governance policies.
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Systems & Continuous Improvement: Drive digital transformation and telematics optimization, leading continuous improvement projects to eliminate operational inefficiencies.
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Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Transport Management, Business Management, or Engineering (Postgraduate qualification is an added advantage).
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Minimum 5–8 years’ experience in fleet management or transport operations.
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At least 3 years specifically focused on fleet planning, analytics, or performance management.
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Proven track record in managing medium-to-large commercial fleets, budgeting, TCO tracking, and supplier contract management.
Technical Knowledge & Skills
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Systems Proficiency: Advanced MS Excel and Power BI skills are essential for business intelligence reporting and dashboard creation.
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Regulatory Knowledge: Sound understanding of South African transport legislation, Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) Act, and the Road Traffic Act.
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Core Competencies: Strong strategic planning, data analytics, financial acumen, executive report writing, supplier negotiation, and continuous improvement mindset.
ICEBOLETHU EMBRACES THE PRINCIPLES OF THE EMPLOYMENT EQUITY ACT
NB** We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture.
Application Submission and Closing Date:
(NB: Applications with no clarification for the position and location applying for will not be considered)
Please submit all CV’s to hr_recruitment@icebolethu.co.za Closing date for CV submissions is 28 August 026.
