Description

Responsible for all aspects of rental car location, including sales, personnel, facility, fleet maintenance, and inventory. As a corporate or franchisee employee, the manager is responsible for increasing sales, controlling costs, and overall profit. Develops and executes marketing plans including advertising, growing corporate accounts, and customer follow up.

 

Personal Characteristics and Skills

Must enjoy working with people, numbers, and sales. Must be outgoing and have good communication skills to work in a sales environment. Must be creative and work well with people, both customers and employees. Must be a self-starter to find new business opportunities.

 

Job Outlook

Increasing customer sales, controlling costs, and motivating employees are important to a successful business and this position is critical toward that goal. A well-qualified competent person will always be in demand.

 

Pre-Employment Education and Experience

A college degree is required with advanced education recommended. Prior sales experience is preferred and an automotive business background is a plus.

 

Earnings

Depending on location and size of business, earnings may start between $40,000 and $50,000 and increase as sales increase. Benefits may include insurance, pension plans, and holidays.

 

Career Path

This position can come from outside sales experience, but prior rental car business experience would be given preference. This position can lead to additional location responsibilities, management, or business ownership.

 

Continuing Education

Sales and business training are available through local seminars or schools.

 

 

 

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