Operations Research Analyst

Hertz; Estero (FL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40% off Hertz rentals

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) matching

Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Education reimbursement

Discounts – Theme Parks & Gym

Job summary

Hertz is seeking an Operations Research Analyst in Estero, FL to optimize fleet efficiency and profitability through data analytics. You will build automated tools, create dashboards, and provide data-driven recommendations for fleet utilization and demand forecasting.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in data analytics; proficiency with SQL, Python, R, SAS and Tableau/Power BI is expected. This on-site role requires 3 days/week in the Estero office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in a related field.
• 3+ years of data analytics experience in a business or academic setting.
• Strong programming and data analysis with SQL, Python, R, SAS and BI tools.

Responsibilities

• Drive fleet performance by building automation tools and insights.
• Use SQL, R or Python to extract, clean, and analyze data.
• Create dashboards and visualizations in Tableau/Power BI.
• Analyze key metrics and provide actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design reports.
• Maintain data accuracy and timely reporting.

Skills

Data analysis

SQL

Python

R

SAS

Data visualization

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Databricks

S3

Athena

Gurobi

Job description

Job Description

A Day In The Life:

As an Operations Research Analyst, you'll play a key role in optimizing Hertz’s fleet by leveraging data, analytics, and reporting to drive strategic decisions. You'll help ensure the right vehicles are in the right place at the right time while identifying opportunities to reduce costs, improve fleet utilization, meet customer demand, and maximize profitability. This is a great opportunity for a data-driven problem solver who enjoys turning insights into business impact.

This role will be required to work from our office in Estero, FL office at least 3 days per week.

The starting salary for this role is $75,000, commensurate with experience.

What You’ll Do

• Drive fleet performance by building automation tools, improving processes, and delivering meaningful data insights
• Use SQL, R, or Python to extract, clean, and analyze data
• Create clear, impactful dashboards and visualizations in Tableau
• Gather, organize, maintain, and analyze data to support business decisions
• Analyze key business metrics and provide actionable recommendations
• Partner with cross-functional teams to design and build reports using Tableau, Excel, Databricks, S3, Athena, and other tools
• Turn complex data into practical insights while ensuring data accuracy and timely reporting
• Provide data and reporting support to team members and business stakeholders
• Maintain efficient, consistent processes to keep data current and reporting on schedule
• Support additional projects and responsibilities as needed

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Decision Sciences, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Statistics, Business Analytics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in data analytics, data science, or a related quantitative field in a business or advanced academic setting
• Strong programming and data analysis skills with experience using SQL, Python, R, SAS, and data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI
• Proven ability to leverage data to drive operational improvements, optimization, and business decision-making
• Experience identifying data sources, extracting and transforming data, and developing dashboards, reports, and visualizations
• Understanding of optimization, predictive, or other data science models; familiarity with linear programming is a plus
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Teams
• Knowledge of AWS, S3, Databricks, Gurobi, Athena, supply chain operations, fleet management, or car rental operations is a plus
• Passion for solving complex problems through mathematical reasoning, analytics, and data-driven insights
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex concepts to diverse audiences
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and innovative, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

What You’ll Get

• Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz Rental
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental & Vision plan options
• Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching
• 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

About Us

The Hertz Corporation operates the Hertz, Dollar Car Rental, Thrifty Car Rental brands in approximately 9,700 corporate and franchisee locations throughout North America, Europe, The Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. The Hertz Corporation is one of the largest worldwide airport general use vehicle rental companies, and the Hertz brand is one of the most recognized in the world.

US EEO STATEMENT

At Hertz, we champion and celebrate a culture of diversity and inclusion. We take affirmative steps to promote employment and advancement opportunities. The endless variety of perspectives, experiences, skills and talents that our employees invest in their work every day represent a significant part of our culture – and our success and reputation as a company.

Individuals are encouraged to apply for positions because of the characteristics that make them unique.

EOE, including disability/veteran