Maintenance and Damage Leader, Autonomous Vehicles

About the role

Leveraging its core strengths in large scale fleet management, Avis Budget Group has entered into a strategic partnership with the leader in self-driving technology, to launch and scale a fully autonomous ride-hailing service in Dallas. This new strategic partnership reflects the Company’s ambition to grow beyond travel and actively shape the future of mobility.

Responsibilities

• Own the P&L for the fleet maintenance function for the Market
• Develop, implement and communicate standard operating plans to maximize fleet uptime to business and company guidelines
• Direct and control the maintenance, repair and/or reconditioning of autonomous ride-hail vehicles, which may include activities relating to in-fleeting/de-fleeting of autonomous vehicles into the fleet, to meet regulatory, safety and performance standards
• Manage performance of team members/employees against business plan by setting, communicating, monitoring and updating goals as needed for key performance indicators on a regular and consistent basis for maintenance and repair, including, but not limited to, fleet uptime, technician productivity, response time, out of service time, and vendor cycle time
• Forecast, budget and manage key financial drivers including, but not limited to, S&W per day, warranty recovery and cost per repair
• Perform detailed quantitative and qualitative data analysis to generate strategic and tactical decisions to implement continuous process improvements to maximize fleet and reduce off-grid time
• Partner with the respective Depot Operations Leader and Managers, and/or the partner’s product, engineering, IT, and other departments to prioritize the workload to accomplish the needs of the business
• Partner with ABG supply chain, IT, facilities, procurement and other departments to leverage scale and expertise
• Initiate, oversee, manage and maintain vendor relationships and workload assignment, ensuring established service levels and standards are met and that all vendor management policies and procedures are followed
• Manage all areas of the employee lifecycle including hiring, onboarding, training, recognition, motivation, development and performance management to enable a high-performance culture
• Manage all facets of employee relations, including, but not limited to, implementing HR policies and practices in a consistent and fair manner, in accordance with Company policies and partnering with Human Resources Business Partners where appropriate
• Initiate, oversee, manage and maintain vendor relationships and workload assignment, ensuring established service levels and standards are met and that all vendor management policies and procedures are followed
• Provide a safe work environment by ensuring all safety policies and practices are followed and maintained, partnering with Safety where appropriate

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• At least 5 years of progressive operations and logistics management experience, including managing a team of people
• Demonstrated exceptional teamwork and collaboration skills with a successful track record working in highly matrixed environments
• Exceptional organization and prioritization skills, self-starter, able to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
• Solid understanding of electric vehicles (EVs) and electric safety awareness
• Familiarity with depot operations, vehicle readiness, and parts management
• Strong financial acumen and forecasting skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proficient in data analytics and problem-solving skills
• Excellent employee leadership, talent management and delegation skills
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of products, including Excel
• Valid driver’s license, authorized to work in the United States and successful completion of pre-employment qualification checks
• Willingness to work flexible schedules in a fast-paced environment that may include early morning, nights, or weekends, as determined by business needs

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of experience in related fields such as supply chain operations, logistics, fleet management, rental car, ride hail, mobility services or related service industries
• Proven ability to manage teams and deliver results
• Experience with electric vehicles and electric safety
• Strong financial acumen and forecasting skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency in data analytics and problem-solving
• Excellent employee leadership, talent management, and delegation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Valid driver's license and authorization to work in the United States
• Flexible schedule and willingness to work early mornings, nights, or weekends as needed

Skills

• Financial Management
• Team Leadership
• Data Analysis
• Communication
• Project Management
• Vehicle Maintenance
• Vendor Management
• Employee Relations
• Safety Compliance
• Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

• Competitive salary, eligible for short-term incentive plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance
• Group Auto Insurance, Group Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, FSA, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and additional life insurance coverages
• Up to $270 as a tax-free benefit for public transportation or parking expenses
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matched contributions
• Employee discounts, including discounted prices on the purchase of Avis/Budget cars
• Employee Assistance Program for services including counseling, financial and legal consultation, referrals for care service and more
• Community involvement opportunities

Pay

The annual starting salary for this position is between $90,000 – 110,000 annually. Factors that may affect starting pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Schedule

This is an on-site, in-person role.