We are a Winnipeg-based family-owned organization that believes in building relationships, integrity, and teamwork. We take pride in being one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and one of Aon Hewitt’s Best Employers Platinum level, while providing exceptional service to clients.
Position Summary:
You will be responsible for managing the rental fleet and inventory. The expectation is that you will grow this new business and develop a strong internal relationship with our 6 dealerships and three body shops.
In your position as a Rental Car General Manager, you also have the opportunity for further management growth within the Crown Auto Group.
The successful candidate will report directly to the Executive Management Team.
Duties and Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
- Oversee all personnel and operational functions related to the rental car business unit and drive them to excellence in what they do.
- Drive operational excellence by continually monitoring, evaluating and improving upon operations and key performance indicators as necessary
- Build lasting relationships with customers, staff, manufacturer representatives and stakeholders based on trust, integrity, and respect
- Represent the company at charitable, manufacturer and external events
- Responsible for acquiring vehicles for rental fleet
- Responsible for all outstanding receivables and payables
- Handle all maintenance and claims related to the rental fleet
- Work with the executive team for all group goals
Desired Attributes:
- Strong customer-service orientation
- Proven ability to lead and manage people to be their most successful self
- Process and detail-oriented
- Strong Communicator, preferably with experience in sales, training, and customer relations
- Highly Ethical
- Self-motivated
- Must have valid driver’s license
- The drive to roll up your sleeves, get things done and make an impact
- Team- oriented
Preferred Qualifications:
- Degree in Business Administration, commerce, management considered an asset
- 3-5 years' experience supervisory/management experience
- Car rental management experience strongly preferred
- Knowledge and experience in organizational effectiveness and operations management
- Knowledge of business management, financial and accounting principles and practices
CROWN AUTO GROUP is an equal opportunity employer! We are looking for people from various ethnicities, backgrounds, and experiences to join our workplace. We are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with all applicable Provincial Human Rights and Accessibility Legislation. Reasonable accommodations are available during the selection process, and we'll respond in a timely manner to any requests for accommodations.