Rental Car Area Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Car Rental Area ManagerRapid city, SD

5 Star Car Rental Area Manager

Pay $110,000 - $120,000 a year

Modest salary plus significant bonus structure, potential to exceed estimate

Full Time Position

Paid Training

Health, Dental, Life Insurances

401(K) with match

FSA available

Employee Discounts

As an Area Manager, you oversee our branch operations across multiple airport locations.  You will be accountable for improving stations performance, increasing ancillary sales, developing managers, and ensuring high standards of customer service.  In this Rapid City, SD based role, you will manage multi-site performance, support fleet utilization, profitability, and overall growth.

At Avis, we are dedicated to turning every customer into a lifelong client. We firmly believe that satisfied employees create satisfied customers, which is why we recognize and reward those who demonstrate strong work ethic and unwavering motivation. Each team member at Avis plays an indispensable role in our continued success. Our commitment is to consistently deliver the award-winning service and exceptional value that our community has trusted and appreciated over the years. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to.  Other duties may be assigned:

Operational focus 

Be the direct supervisor for the branch managers.

Monitor and assure compliance with annual business plan to ensure profitability.

Develop and implement location strategies to maximize profitability.

Handle or assist in the resolution of customer service issues.

Coach all staff and empower to engage in problem resolution and customer relations. 

Serve as liaison between branch management and company leadership.

Conduct regular location visits.

Support safe operation of fleet vehicles and, when required, drive vehicles including cars, passenger vans, and/ or trucks.

Complete reports, expense documentation, and administrative documentation accurately and timely. 

Traditionally a standard work week, but shift hours may vary depending upon business needs.

Skills required:

4+ years rental car experience required

High school diploma or equivalent required. 

Previous regional or district management experience a plus.

Demonstrated ability to direct and motivate teams

Expert knowledge of Microsoft office suite.  Ability to handle complex analysis using Excel.

Flexible and able to adapt to changes.

Strong analytical, organizational, time management, and problem solving skills.

Ability to self-manage and operate independently.

Valid drivers license.

Ability to travel within assigned territory; overnight may be required.

This position requires regular, on site presence and cannot be performed remotely.

Background, driving and drug screening required.

Avis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minimum age for employment is 18 (BFOQ)