Body Damage Manager

We’re   now hiring an   Auto Body Damage Manager   to join the Avis Budget Group team. In this role, you will lead the overall performance of the fleet services function with respect to the servicing, vehicle damage   repair   and in-fleeting/de-fleeting of rental vehicles to maximize fleet   utilization   and profitability for the City/District. You will drive operational excellence, lead a high-performing team, and   maintain   safety, efficiency, and accountability across all damage operations.

Develops,   implements   and communicates operating plans to maximize fleet   utilization   to business and company guidelines, directing and controlling the vehicle damage repair of fleet vehicles     Manages 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 damage, including, but not limited to, cost per estimate, overdue idle cars and vendor management/cycle time   Assesses damage area   on a daily basis   to prioritize vehicles for repair and/or salvage; communicates work to   appropriate team   members/employees   Ensures all repair orders are completed and processed   in accordance with   established guidelines   Determine   damage repair estimated labor hours and source   optimal   repair parts   Minimizes damage estimate, body   shop   and on-lot repair cycle time   Conducts monthly damage writer reviews and damage writer audits   Forecasts, budgets and manages key financial drivers including, but not limited to, cost of repair   Selects, manages and maintains appropriate body shop relationships and workload assignment, including, but not limited to, negotiating body shop rates, conducting semi-annual body shop audits, ensuring established service levels and quality standards are met and that all vendor management policies and procedures are followed   Ensures proper use of purchase orders, receipt of services and/goods,   timely   submission of invoices for approval and the   timely   payment of invoices   Maintain up to date files on vendor insurance policies   At bussing locations, oversees the damage repair of all busses for the operation   Manages all areas of the employee lifecycle including hiring, on-boarding, training, recognition and performance management of both managers and employees to enable a   high performance   culture    Supervises, develops, motivates,   recognizes   and evaluates the performance of manager and employee staff to enable a high performing culture   Manages 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    Provides a safe work environment by ensuring all safety policies and practices are followed and maintained   May be   required   to perform   additional   duties as directed by management     Perks   You’ll   Get:          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    Community involvement opportunities        What We're Looking For:          High School