District Wholesale Manager

What You'll Do:

Directs sales of vehicles through all available channels within assigned area
Coordinates and provides guidance to Ops Sales & Supply Chain to achieve 'Right Car Right Place’ for sale of vehicles at auctions and other channels
Attends auctions to sell cars, monitor market conditions and maintain reasonable inventory levels
Manages promotional sales events at various locations to optimize vehicle values.
Coordinates with National Car Sales Team to adjust pricing when needed.
Analyzes and collects competitive sales and pricing data
Monitors and enforces pricing for off rent vehicles, damaged/wrecked vehicles, commercial truck inventory, retail trade in vehicles and other inventory that becomes eligible for sale
Maintains positive relationships with auctions and potential buyers in assigned area
Resolves buyer disputes/arbitrations
Tracks payments from all sales in region to ensure proper and timely proceeds receipt
Monitors inventory levels and holds selling locations accountable for all ABG inventory
Enforces and revises established vehicle sales policies as required
Negotiates sale, transport and repair fees with various vendors

Perks You’ll Get:

• Access to Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance
• Eligible to elect other voluntary benefits including: Group Auto Insurance, Group Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, FSA, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and additional life insurance coverages
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matched contributions
• Full training to learn the business and enhance professional skills
• Employee discounts, including discounted prices on the purchase of Avis/Budget cars
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program for services including counseling, financial and legal consultation, referrals for care service and more

What We're Looking For:

• College Degree Required
• Experience in wholesale vehicle sales and familiarity with wholesale vehicle auction process strongly preferred
• Previous experience with rental car or other fleet organizations preferred
• Effective communication and creative issue resolution skills
• Able to successfully interact with vendors, customers and internal employees
• Excellent computer skills with strong experience in Excel
• Good Negotiation Skills
• Able to work with a sense of urgency
• Strong Self-Motivator
• Able to organize and follow through on a wide variety of simultaneous tasks
• Experience with AutoIMS preferred

Pay:

The annual starting salary for this position is between $75,000 – $80,000 annually. Factors that may affect starting pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

About the Role:

At Avis Budget Group, we’re driven to be the best vehicle rental company in the world, together. Our 25,000 employees raise the bar every day, bringing different perspectives, taking ownership, and leading with integrity. We’re defining the future of mobility with safe, sustainable solutions that move people, businesses, and communities forward.

Company Overview:

Here at Avis Budget Group, you will be joining a team of 25,000 driven people, performing with purpose. Together, we’re moving the future of transportation forward with our innovative, customer-focused solutions.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Avis Budget Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other category protected by applicable law.