Manager, Strategy and Operations

About the role

At Avis Budget Group, we are seeking a Strategic Business Manager within the Real Estate team. Reporting to the VP-Head of Real Estate, you will collaborate with key stakeholders to develop and execute high-impact strategic initiatives that align with our long-term objectives.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with key stakeholders across the organization to identify, define, and execute high-impact strategic initiatives that align with the company's long-term objectives.
• Identify opportunities to rethink operational approaches, streamline processes, and integrate technology or external expertise to enhance overall efficiency and data transparency.
• Serve as a thought partner to senior leadership, providing insightful frameworks, tools, and recommendations that drive business growth and transformation.
• Lead end-to-end project execution, overseeing everything from scoping and analysis to implementation and post-project measurement to ensure alignment with business goals.
• Cook up cross-functional teams, removing obstacles and maintaining accountability throughout project lifecycles to ensure timely and effective delivery.
• Build trusted relationships with key stakeholders, fostering collaboration and shared ownership of project outcomes, while ensuring alignment and engagement.
• Lead change management efforts, securing buy-in from stakeholders and driving the successful adoption and execution of strategic initiatives across the organization.
• Conduct in-depth data and financial analyses to identify high-priority opportunities, assess ROI, and provide data-backed recommendations that shape strategic direction.
• Influence key decision-makers by presenting compelling, data-driven arguments to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and impact of strategic initiatives, continuously optimizing for improved results.
• Deliver actionable insights based on data analysis to refine both operational and strategic outcomes, ensuring long-term success.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with strong work experience in strategy and a strong academic record is required; An advanced degree (MBA) is preferred.
• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in roles such as management consulting, corporate finance, corporate development, data analytics, or strategy, demonstrating a track record of success in these areas.
• Strong quantitative skills with a proven ability to deconstruct complex problems through data analysis and craft compelling, data-driven narratives to support decision-making.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint, with a working knowledge of SQL queries and Tableau or similar data visualization tools.
• Experience with Claude or other AI development and visualization tools is a major plus.
• Familiarity with lease administration, site selection, and market data analysis is a plus.
• Proven experience in leading cross-functional projects, managing competing priorities, and delivering results in a timely and efficient manner.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences including C-Suite level executives.
• A proactive, curious learner with a passion for tackling challenging problems and working effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with individuals at all levels of the organization, fostering a positive and productive team dynamic.

Qualifications

• You need to be a self-starter, comfortable navigating ambiguity, with a demonstrated ability to apply creative and pragmatic analytical approaches when ideal data may not be readily available.

Benefits

• 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

Pay

The annual starting salary for this position is between $100,000 - $140,000 annually. Factors that may affect starting pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the role and the organization.