Associate, Fleet Operations Management

Company Overview Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a “Bridgestone West” strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries. Job Category Sales, Marketing & Product Management Position Summary In this role, you'll play a hands-on role in supporting daily operations—especially in areas like tire care, telematics, and maintenance coordination. This entry-level position is perfect for individuals who are curious, eager to learn, and excited to grow within a dynamic field environment. You’ll work closely with account managers and strategic teams to help identify operational needs, support testing initiatives, and gather valuable data that drives smarter decisions. Along the way, you’ll receive mentorship and on-the-job training, gaining exposure to real-world fleet challenges while building strong relationships with customers and internal teams. This role is your launchpad into a rewarding career in fleet operations—where every day brings new opportunities to learn, contribute, and make an impact. **The ideal candidate for this role would live in Denver, CO** ** The anticipated annual salary range for this full-time position would be $55,100.00 - $70,300.00, based on experience and qualifications ** Pay Range: $55,100.00 - $85,400.00 Responsibilities Assist in delivering technical and product training under supervision. Participate in tire and solutions testing with guidance. Support yard checks by shadowing experienced FFOs. Contribute to fleet initiatives by observing and documenting. Learn to conduct audits using designated platforms. Attend internal training sessions. Engage in structured field visits with mentorship. Maintain training logs and progress reports. Development Focus: Gain proficiency in established processes and platforms like BASYS, Toolbox, OOSTA, etc. Understand fleet decision drivers and audit requirements. Build relationships with fleets, dealers, and internal teams. Transition to Standard FFO role upon meeting training milestones. Working Conditions: This role typically works in a field environment (est. 75% of the time), which involves travel to various locations and exposure to different weather conditions. The role may require availability outside of standard working hours to address operational issues as they arise. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree is a plus. Strong interest in fleet operations, automotive services, or logistics—prior experience is helpful but not required. Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. Basic communication and teamwork skills, with a positive attitude and customer-first mindset. Ability to follow safety guidelines and standard operating procedures with attention to detail. Comfort using mobile devices or basic software tools; training will be provided for systems and data tools. Adaptability and reliability, with the ability to take direction and adjust to changing priorities. Physical ability to perform field tasks, including standing, walking, or lifting as needed. At Bridgestone, you are Free to Be We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they bring their whole self to work. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you are made of, because who you are is what we need. What we offer At Bridgestone, what really matters is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive compensation; we will provide you: A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team. The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship. Corporate Social Responsibility activities. A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment. Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being. A diverse and inclusive team. Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Employment Eligibility If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.