Fleet Maintenance & Damage Operations Manager

Avis Budget Group; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts

Training and development

Job summary

Avis Budget Group is seeking an Automotive Maintenance and Damage Manager in Cleveland to optimize fleet services, including maintenance, repairs, and de-fleeting to maximize utilization and profitability.

You will manage vendor relationships, develop operating plans aligned with company guidelines, and lead a team to achieve KPI targets across service, damage, and deletion processes. A strong focus on safety, cost control, and performance is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of management experience in rental car, automotive shop, or service field.
• Strong financial acumen with forecasting and budgeting capabilities.
• Proven ability to manage vendor relationships and performance.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develops and communicates operating plans to maximize fleet utilization.
• Forecasts and manages budgets and key financial drivers.
• Coordinates vehicle damage appraisals, repairs, and maintenance with vendors.
• Oversees employee lifecycle and performance management for managers and staff.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Vendor management

Fleet management

Education

High School diploma

2-4 year college degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Avis Budget Group is seeking an Automotive Maintenance and Damage Manager in Cleveland to optimize fleet services, including maintenance, repairs, and de-fleeting to maximize utilization and profitability.

You will manage vendor relationships, develop operating plans aligned with company guidelines, and lead a team to achieve KPI targets across service, damage, and deletion processes. A strong focus on safety, cost control, and performance is essential.