Vehicle Operations Director

The Vehicle Operations Director supports the back-of-the-house processes, vehicle care and management, and maximizing efficiencies as a leader on the Vehicle Operations team.  The Director will support vehicle operations of a Top 10 Airport location ensuring maximum performance and efficiency while providing overall guidance to employees by maintaining a positive employee culture, customer satisfaction, safety, service, budgets, and vendor relations. This position is responsible for having in-depth knowledge of operations, management, logistics, technology and financial disciplines across all functions and all brands at the location.

What You’ll Do:

• Actively fosters a culture that provides the “Best in Class” service
• Partners with the Airport General Manager for the delivery of profit for the location
• Establish efficient utilization and effective control of vehicle inventory
• Ensures achievement of profitability while protecting the value offering
• Implements and drives innovative and creative methods and processes to meet and exceed customer expectations
• Constantly champions productivity improvements via employee involvement and accountability
• Develops and executes strategies to maximize cash management efficiency in all operational fleet processes
• Develops cross-functional talent effectively within the Organization in order to foster a high performing culture and holds all location management accountable for the effective management of their teams
• Actively engages in effective communication plans focused on building employee engagement in order to achieve business results
• Develop effective tactical plans and operationally execute the company strategy, as cascaded by the Area Vice President
• Creates a culture of partnership and open mindedness at all levels through effective collaboration across the organization
• Generates innovative ideas and solutions to problems and constantly strives to improve business results and stay ahead of the competition
• Establish and deliver location-specific performance standards/goals and ensure execution

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years’ experience in Customer Service or Operations Managment; Car Rental, Hospitality or Tourism preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree, preferred
• Moderate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders across multiple functions and locations
• Ability to influence
• Flexible and adaptable; ability to work effectively in ambiguous situations 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills  
• Results driven, ability to make decisions and help solve problems
• Ability to build and lead a diverse, high-performing, results-oriented, and highly-engaged team.
• Ability to drive process and organizational change.
• Ability to motivate teams and keep a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision with a goal-oriented mindset.
• Ability to see the big picture and leverage critical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Excellent organization, time management, delegation, and prioritization skills.
• Courageous leadership and accountability.

What You’ll Get:

• The starting salary for this role is $74,000 annually, commensurate of experience.
• Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz Rental   
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental & Vision plan options
• Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching
• Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program for employees & family
• Educational Reimbursement & Discounts
• Voluntary Insura