Senior Associate, Truck

Get started on an exciting career at Element! 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 Ordering. In 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 $49,100 - $67,500 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 request. Should you require an accommodation with our hiring process please send an email to talentacquisition@elementcorp.com or call (800) 665-9744. Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal Element Fleet Management (TSX: EFN) is the largest publicly traded pure-play automotive fleet manager in the world. As a Purpose-driven and client-centric company, we deliver value through scalable, sustainable, and technology-enabled fleet and mobility solutions. Through the Element-Arval Global Alliance, we operate in over 50 countries, supporting clients across North America, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and beyond. Our global reach is further extended by Autofleet, our technology platform accelerating the modernization of our digital capabilities. Element delivers end-to-end solutions to our clientsfrom vehicle acquisition and maintenance to EV integration, route optimization, risk management, and remarketing. Our People Drive Our Success At Element, our success begins with you. Inspired by our Purpose to Move the world through intelligent mobilityand guided by our Values: We are always a force for good, We are experts defining the future of mobility and We are driven by client success. Everyday, our team members deliver on our Purpose and our Values for each other, our communities and our clients. Its our commitment to how we work, grow and put our clients at the heart of everything we do.