Sales Director, Car Rental

Description At UVeye, we're on a mission to redefine vehicle safety and reliability on a global scale. Founded in 2016, we have pioneered the world's first fully automated suite of vehicle inspection systems. At the heart of this innovation lies our advanced AI-centric technology, representing the pinnacle of computer vision, machine learning, and generative AI within the automotive sector. With over $380M in funding and strategic partnerships with industry giants such as Toyota, Amazon, General Motors, Volvo, and Hertz, our technology is utilized in manufacturing plants, dealerships, wholesale auctions, delivery fleets, security checkpoints, and more. Our growing global team of over 200 employees is committed to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity, encourages teamwork, and strives for excellence. As the Director of Sales - Car Rental , you will play a key role in expanding UVeye's footprint in the rental and transportation sectors. This role is designed for a proactive, strategic sales leader who thrives on identifying new business opportunities, building executive relationships, and driving revenue growth. You will own the sales strategy and go-to-market approach for our car rental business, focusing on high-value B2B sales, industry partnerships, and scalable initiatives that accelerate pipeline and close enterprise deals. A day in the life and how you'll make an impact: Own the Rental Sales Strategy: Define and execute the sales strategy for the car rental segment, including target account planning, territory approach, pipeline targets, and go-to-market motion. Drive Rental Business Growth: Identify, target, and develop new business opportunities with rental operators, leasing companies, and transportation providers. Build Strategic Partnerships: Establish and maintain relationships with key decision-makers across the car rental industry to drive long-term revenue growth. Lead Outreach & Prospecting: Develop and execute tailored engagement strategies through research, networking, and outreach efforts (calls, emails, LinkedIn). Pipeline Development: Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline, tracking leads and opportunities through CRM systems like Salesforce and HubSpot. Industry Engagement: Represent UVeye at key car rental industry events, trade shows, and conferences to maximize networking and prospect engagement. Market Intelligence: Conduct in-depth research on industry trends, competitor offerings, and customer pain points to refine sales strategies. Sales Collaboration: Work closely with the sales team to ensure seamless handoff and follow-up on qualified opportunities. Marketing Alignment: Partner with Marketing Communications to develop outreach strategies, targeted campaigns, and promotional initiatives for the car rental sector. Data-Driven Decision Making: Analyze outreach performance, provide insights, and continuously refine targeting and engagement strategies. Requirements Experience in the car rental industry (strong plus). Proven B2B sales or business development experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Ability to identify and create prospect lists using research and open-source tools. Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills with C-level decision-makers. Hands-on experience with CRM tools such as Salesforce, HubSpot, and LinkedIn Sales Navigator. Ability to meet deadlines, work independently, and drive business growth. Strong presentation, communication, and organizational skills. Team-oriented mindset, working collaboratively with sales, marketing, and operations teams. Willingness to travel up to 75% of the time (drive & fly). Ideally, we're looking for: Experience working in startup companies and scaling business operations. Deep knowledge of car rental management, automotive leasing, or mobility technology. Understanding of AI and computer vision applications in the automotive sector. Benefits we offer: Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision. Company 401k Match. 20 PTO days, Company paid holidays. Career growth as we scale across the US. Compensation: UVeye provides salary ranges that comply with the New Jersey State Law on salary transparency in job advertisements. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, qualifications, skills, location, education, and operational needs. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentives or other forms of compensation or benefits. The annual base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $150,000. In addition, this position is also eligible for Commission. Physical Requirements: This role may involve on-site or field-based activities. Depending on the position, tasks may include extended periods of sitting, standing, or walking; working in and around vehicle service areas, rental facilities, dealerships, manufacturing sites, or warehouse environments. The role may also require travel, working in varying environmental conditions, and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when appropriate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Why UVeye: Pioneer Advanced Solutions: Harness cutting-edge technologies in AI, machine learning, and computer vision to revolutionize vehicle inspections. Drive Global Impact: Your innovations will play a crucial role in enhancing automotive safety and reliability, impacting lives and businesses on an international scale. Career Growth Opportunities: Participate in a journey of rapid development, surrounded by groundbreaking advancements and strategic industry partnerships. Check out our Life at UVeye page to learn more about the employee experience. UVeye is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.