Materials Manager

Hertz; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Paid parental leave

Employee assistance program

Educational reimbursement

Voluntary insurance

Perks & discounts

Job summary

Hertz is seeking a Materials Manager for our Santa Clara depot to oversee parts inventory, procurement, and distribution, ensuring 24/7 availability for maintenance operations. You will lead a team of Materials Coordinators, manage reorder points, and coordinate with OEM suppliers and aftermarket vendors to maintain supply flow.

Reporting to the Service Manager, this role emphasizes inventory control, vendor management, and logistics in a fast-paced autonomous vehicle environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in automotive parts management, inventory control, supply chain operations, or materials management.
• 2+ years of supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of automotive parts, inventory management systems, procurement processes, and vendor management.
• Experience with electric vehicle parts, autonomous vehicle components, or specialty vehicle parts a plus.
• Proven ability to manage inventory, control costs, forecast demand, and drive operational efficiency.
• Proficient in inventory management software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, problem solving, and communication skills.
• Strong vendor negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work in fast paced, dynamic, and evolving environments.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed to support 24/7 operations.
• Valid California driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all parts inventory management, procurement, receiving, and distribution for the autonomous depot.
• Lead and develop a team of Materials Coordinators working 24/7 shifts.
• Ensure parts availability to support maintenance operations and minimize vehicle downtime.
• Manage inventory levels, reorder points, safety stock, and stock replenishment processes.
• Coordinate with OEM suppliers (Nuro, Lucid, etc.) and aftermarket vendors on ordering, expediting, delivery tracking, and warranty returns.
• Implement and maintain inventory control systems, cycle counting programs, and accuracy audits.
• Partner with the Service Manager and Shop Foreman to forecast parts needs, manage critical inventory, and support launch and scaling plans.
• Manage parts budget, cost controls, vendor pricing, and supplier performance.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, labeling, and organization of parts and materials.
• Develop and maintain parts SOPs, receiving procedures, documentation standards, and system workflows.
• Drive continuous improvement in inventory accuracy, fill rates, cost efficiency, and operational support.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and facility requirements for parts storage and handling.

Skills

Parts management

Inventory control

Vendor management

Procurement

Supply chain

MS Excel

ERP systems

Leadership

Forecasting

Communication

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A Day in Life:

The Materials Manager oversees all parts inventory, procurement, and distribution operations for the Santa Clara autonomous vehicle depot. This role is responsible for ensuring parts availability to support maintenance operations 24/7, managing inventory levels, coordinating with suppliers (OEM and aftermarket vendors), and leading a team of Materials Coordinators.

Job Description

The Materials Manager oversees all parts inventory, procurement, and distribution operations for the Santa Clara autonomous vehicle depot. This role is responsible for ensuring parts availability to support maintenance operations 24/7, managing inventory levels, coordinating with suppliers (OEM and aftermarket vendors), and leading a team of Materials Coordinators.

Reporting to the Service Manager, the Parts Manager works closely with the Service Supervisors to minimize vehicle downtime and ensure parts support meets operational needs. This role requires strong supply chain management, inventory control, vendor relationship management, and logistics expertise in a fast paced, high tech autonomous vehicle environment.

What You'll Do

• Oversee all parts inventory management, procurement, receiving, and distribution for the autonomous depot.
• Lead and develop a team of Materials Coordinators working 24/7 shifts.
• Ensure parts availability to support maintenance operations and minimize vehicle downtime.
• Manage inventory levels, reorder points, safety stock, and stock replenishment processes.
• Coordinate with OEM suppliers (Nuro, Lucid, etc.) and aftermarket vendors on ordering, expediting, delivery tracking, and warranty returns.
• Implement and maintain inventory control systems, cycle counting programs, and accuracy audits.
• Partner with the Service Manager and Shop Foreman to forecast parts needs, manage critical inventory, and support launch and scaling plans.
• Manage parts budget, cost controls, vendor pricing, and supplier performance.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, labeling, and organization of parts and materials.
• Develop and maintain parts SOPs, receiving procedures, documentation standards, and system workflows.
• Drive continuous improvement in inventory accuracy, fill rates, cost efficiency, and operational support.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and facility requirements for parts storage and handling.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in automotive parts management, inventory control, supply chain operations, or materials management.
• 2+ years of supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of automotive parts, inventory management systems, procurement processes, and vendor management.
• Experience with electric vehicle parts, autonomous vehicle components, or specialty vehicle parts a plus.
• Proven ability to manage inventory, control costs, forecast demand, and drive operational efficiency.
• Proficient in inventory management software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, problem solving, and communication skills.
• Strong vendor negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work in fast paced, dynamic, and evolving environments.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed to support 24/7 operations.
• Valid California driver's license required.

What You'll Get

The starting salary range for this role is $85,000-$95,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Reimbursement for Travel Expenses (as applicable, per Company policy guidelines)

Paid Time Off / Vacation / Paid observed Holidays (Accruals start at 1.25 Days a Month, 4 Floating Holidays, 9 Paid Observed Holidays)

• Medical, Dental & Vision plan options
• Life Insurance: (Hertz-paid Basic Life Insurance provides coverage equal to one-times your base annual pay, at no cost to you)
• Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching: Hertz will match your contributions dollar for dollar on the first 3% you contribute and 50 cents per dollar on the next 2% you contribute.
• Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program for employees & family
• Educational Reimbursement & Discounts
• Voluntary Insurance Programs - Pet, Legal/Identity Theft, Critical Illness
• Perks & Discounts - Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more

Skills For Job Profile / Best Fit Analysis

This is for internal use only for new job roles that will have skills or competencies added to the job profile for internal applicants and career planning.

• Deliver Performance Results
• Organization
• Prioritization
• Time Management
• Develop and Lead High Performing Teams
• Verbal and Written Communication
• Collaboration and Relationship Development
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Influencing
• Business and Financial Acumen
• Conflict Resolution
• Problem Solving
• Analytical Thinking
• Decision Making
• Adaptability
• Change Management
• Attention to Detail

About Us

Fleet Mobility Solutions, LLC, and each of its subsidiaries operating individually under the trade names "Oro" or "Oro Mobility" manage vehicle fleet to support app‑based and on‑demand mobility services in the United States.

US EEO STATEMENT

Fleet Mobility Solutions, LLC. and each of its subsidiaries operating individually under the trade names "Oro" or "Oro Mobility" operate in the United States. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.