Daniel Truchin

Commercially focused Senior Operations, Fleet and Transport Manager with more than 12 years of experience across logistics, vehicle hire, fleet, workshop and recovery operations. Proven record of transforming performance, including increasing fleet utilisation from 68% to over 90% within months, expanding a commercial fleet from approximately 200 to more than 430 vehicles, and delivering substantial cost and profit improvements. Experienced in transport optimisation, procurement, vehicle lifecycle management, workshop operations, supplier leadership, route planning, compliance and data-led continuous improvement.

Fleet & Operations Manager - The Logistics Organisation Ltd

(2019-01)

Lead fleet, workshop, procurement, recovery and operational activities across a high-volume commercial vehicle hire and logistics environment, with responsibility for a team of eight: five workshop staff and three office staff.

• Increased fleet utilisation from 68% to over 90% within months by reshaping operating structures, improving workshop flow and strengthening vehicle allocation.
• Expanded the fleet from approximately 200 to more than 430 vehicles and supported a customer base that has included 623 customers since 15 October 2025.
• Managed c. £400,000 annual maintenance and repair expenditure and delivered c. £100,000 annual savings through greater use of in-house technical capability.
• Generated c. £150,000 annual remarketing profit over the last two years and led disposal of approximately 200 vehicles.
• Procured approximately 250 vehicles, including sourcing, negotiations, finance arrangements, due diligence, registration and deployment.
• Introduced AI-enabled instant damage capture and supported BS 10125 accreditation activity within an insurance-approved bodyshop environment.
• Direct vehicle lifecycle activity covering acquisition, onboarding, inspection, maintenance, repair, operational deployment, return and disposal.
• Manage a supplier network of 11 vehicle suppliers, 9 specialist workshops, 16 parts suppliers and multiple insurance-approved bodyshops.
• Lead workshop and office teams, set priorities, monitor performance, manage attendance and provide Health & Safety briefings and guidance.
• Produce fleet reporting and dashboards covering utilisation, condition, compliance, defects, cost and operational readiness.
• Oversee 24/7 roadside support, recovery activity, repair authorisation, supplier escalation and customer-impact decisions.
• Use Samsara, VisionTrack, Radius and ShieldGPS telematics alongside Excel and fleet systems to support operational decisions.

Site Operations Manager - The Logistics Organisation Ltd

(2015-01 - 2019-12)

Managed high-volume multi-drop logistics operations, typically leading 30-40 drivers and up to 100 during peak periods.

• Planned routes and vehicle allocation to meet service commitments while controlling time, mileage and resource use.
• Led recruitment, onboarding, coaching and performance management across rapidly changing operational teams.
• Coordinated loading, unloading, daily route plans, workload allocation and operational issue resolution.
• Monitored KPIs, service quality, attendance and productivity; implemented corrective action where performance fell short.
• Maintained operational reporting and presented performance information to senior management.

Operations Manager - Outsourced Logistic Partners Ltd

(2014-01 - 2015-12)

Managed day-to-day logistics operations with responsibility for 20-25 drivers.

• Planned daily operations and driver allocation, monitored productivity and supported recruitment and training.
• Maintained accurate operational records, resolved service issues and coached teams to improve performance.

Operations Supervisor - Outsourced Logistic Partners Ltd

(2013-08 - 2014-03)

• Maintained service standards, supported transport planning and ensured adherence to safety procedures.