Operations Research Analyst

Job Description A Day In The Life: As an Operations Research Analyst, you'll play a key role in optimizing Hertz’s fleet by leveraging data, analytics, and reporting to drive strategic decisions. You'll help ensure the right vehicles are in the right place at the right time while identifying opportunities to reduce costs, improve fleet utilization, meet customer demand, and maximize profitability. This is a great opportunity for a data-driven problem solver who enjoys turning insights into business impact. The starting salary for this role is $75,000, commensurate with experience. What You’ll Do Drive fleet performance by building automation tools, improving processes, and delivering meaningful data insightsUse SQL, R, or Python to extract, clean, and analyze dataCreate clear, impactful dashboards and visualizations in TableauGather, organize, maintain, and analyze data to support business decisionsAnalyze key business metrics and provide actionable recommendationsPartner with cross-functional teams to design and build reports using Tableau, Excel, Databricks, S3, Athena, and other toolsTurn complex data into practical insights while ensuring data accuracy and timely reportingProvide data and reporting support to team members and business stakeholdersMaintain efficient, consistent processes to keep data current and reporting on scheduleSupport additional projects and responsibilities as needed What We’re Looking For Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Decision Sciences, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Statistics, Business Analytics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field1+ years of experience in data analytics, data science, or a related quantitative field in a business or advanced academic settingStrong programming and data analysis skills with experience using SQL, Python, R, SAS, and data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BIProven ability to leverage data to drive operational improvements, optimization, and business decision-makingExperience identifying data sources, extracting and transforming data, and developing dashboards, reports, and visualizationsUnderstanding of optimization, predictive, or other data science models; familiarity with linear programming is a plusIntermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and TeamsKnowledge of AWS, S3, Databricks, Gurobi, Athena, supply chain operations, fleet management, or car rental operations is a plusPassion for solving complex problems through mathematical reasoning, analytics, and data-driven insightsStrong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex concepts to diverse audiencesHighly organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and innovative, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines What You’ll Get Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz Rental Paid Time OffMedical, Dental & Vision plan optionsRetirement programs, including 401(k) employer matchingPaid Parental Leave & Adoption AssistanceEmployee Assistance Program for employees & familyEducational Reimbursement & DiscountsVoluntary Insurance Programs - Pet, Legal/Identity Theft, Critical IllnessPerks & Discounts –Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more About Us The Hertz Corporation operates the Hertz, Dollar Car Rental, Thrifty Car Rental brands in approximately 9,700 corporate and franchisee locations throughout North America, Europe, The Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. The Hertz Corporation is one of the largest worldwide airport general use vehicle rental companies, and the Hertz brand is one of the most recognized in the world. US EEO STATEMENT At Hertz, we champion and celebrate a culture of diversity and inclusion. We take affirmative steps to promote employment and advancement opportunities. The endless variety of perspectives, experiences, skills and talents that our employees invest in their work every day represent a significant part of our culture – and our success and reputation as a company. Individuals are encouraged to apply for positions because of the characteristics that make them unique. EOE, including disability/veteran