The Airport Operations Manager directs the process and activities of frontline employees, including but not limited to CSAs, CXAs, Flex Reps, VSAs, or other non-exempt employees, and may assist the Senior Operations Manager in overseeing a brand or department of an airport location to ensure maximum performance through superior operational leadership, strong communication and maximum efficiency.The Airport Operations Manager helps to provide overall leadership to non-exempt employees with responsibility for overall operating performance, customer satisfaction, positive employee culture, safety, service, budgets, and vendor relations. The Airport Operations Manager may lead a brand or a function and all brands, depending on the size of the location.The key responsibilities and accountabilities for the Airport Operations Manager are:
Responsible for daily operations, fleet availability, and revenue generation for his or her assigned function
Leads and supports processes to meet and exceed customer expectations, and ensure alignment of the sales force with those sales methods and processes
Resolves customer issues, ensuring a positive customer experience
Pro-actively drive the sales process that leads to the creation of a dynamic, customer-focused zone commercial organization focused on selling value-added solutions (VAS)
Constantly champions productivity improvements via employee involvement and accountability; ensures employees are following the Standards of Work (SOW)
Actively engages in effective communication plans focused on building employee engagement in order to achieve business results
Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive, where applicable
Manages the airport and assigned locations/geographic areas when the General Manager is not present
Participates in the recruiting process, as required
Provides management with various updates and indicators as requested
Remains current on all administrative duties according to company policy
Educational Background:High School Diploma requiredBachelor’s Degree preferredProfessional Experience:1-3 Years prior experience of customer service or operations, according to specific job dutiesExperience in car rental, hospitality, or tourism a plusResults orientationAbility to direct and motivate teamsAbility to work effectively with Senior leadersKnowledge:
Customer service resolution practices
Excellent communication techniques
People management and leadership capability
Sales Management/Coaching ability
Operations Management
Skills:
Highly organized
Ability to solve problems independently
Working knowledge of Microsoft office suite.
Time Management skills
Customer service aptitude - Ability to address and resolve customer service issues
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Competencies:
Personal Accountability
Effective Communication
Demonstrates Initiative
Passion for Customer Service & Stakeholder Success
Trust & Integrity
Adaptable and Flexible
Benefits and Perks:Not only do you get to be part of an organization where you Drive your Potential, Power your Passion Below are a few perks and discounts:
Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz rental
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 - Legal/Identity Theft, Critical Illness
Perks & Discounts –Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more
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