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Director of Logistics

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Job Description

The Director of Logistics is accountable for managing the logistics and impound recovery departments for Sixt Rent a Car's fleet of rental vehicles in North America. These departments focus on coordinating timely transportation of rental vehicles and recovering impounded vehicles efficiently. The role's success is measured by processing speed and cost-effectiveness in transportation and recovery operations.

YOUR ROLE AT SIXT

Oversee teams responsible for vehicle logistics and impound recovery, ensuring prompt, cost-efficient processing, and managing vendor performance to meet quality standards.
Drive continuous process improvements to enhance transaction speed, reduce costs, and ensure compliance, impacting an annual spend of $10M+.
Assess, select, and manage relationships with external suppliers, including transport companies, tow vendors, and roadside service providers.
Create and deliver reports and presentations to update the controlling department, executive management, and stakeholders on departmental performance.
Provide training, mentorship, and performance management for 2-3 direct reports, supporting an overall team size of 8-12.
Collaborate across teams to identify opportunities for operational efficiencies and implement strategies that align with organizational goals

YOUR SKILLS MATTER

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline, with five or more years of experience in the car rental industry and/or Fleet Management.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment, including three or more years of experience managing people and leading teams effectively.
Experience managing contracts with third-party carriers, optimizing freight costs, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Strong organizational skills with advanced proficiency in MS Excel, and a proven track record of fostering collaboration, teamwork, and conflict resolution.
Energetic, success-oriented professional with a commitment to delivering results and exceeding expectations.
Must be at least 18 years old, authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship, and able to work 40 hours per week.

WHAT WE OFFER

Comprehensive Health & Insurance Receive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, pet insurance, and a 401k retirement plan
Paid Time Off & Public Holidays Benefit from PTO, sick leave, and time off on public holidays to ensure a healthy work-life balance
Exclusive Employee Rentals Benefit from employee-only rental rates, with family rental options and exclusive discounts for employees

Additional Information

About us:
We are a leading global mobility service provider with sales of €3.07 billion and around 9,000 employees worldwide. Our mobility platform ONE combines our products SIXT rent (car rental), SIXT share (car sharing), SIXT ride (cab, driver and chauffeur services), SIXT+ (car subscription) and gives our customers access to our fleet of 222,000 vehicles, the services of 1,500 cooperation partners and around 1.5 million drivers worldwide. Together with our franchise partners, we are present in more than 110 countries at 2,098 rental stations. At SIXT, a first-class customer experience and outstanding customer service are our top priorities. We focus on true entrepreneurship and long-term stability and align our corporate strategy with foresight. Want to take off with us and revolutionize the world of mobility? Apply now!

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What You Should Know About Director of Logistics, SIXT

As the Director of Logistics at Sixt Rent a Car in Fort Lauderdale, you’ll take the lead in managing our logistics and impound recovery operations for our fleet of rental vehicles across North America. This critical role requires you to coordinate the smooth transportation of cars, while also efficiently handling vehicle recoveries. Your success will be measured by key performance indicators such as processing speed and cost-efficiency, with an eye on an annual budget exceeding $10 million. You’ll oversee a talented team, pushing for continuous improvements to streamline operations and ensure compliance. With your experience in the car rental industry or fleet management, you'll build valuable relationships with external suppliers, ensuring we maintain high-quality service while optimizing costs. Reporting to executive management and the controlling department, your insights will drive performance. Plus, you’ll provide training and mentorship to a dedicated team, helping them flourish in their roles. If you’re an energetic professional who thrives on delivering results and fostering a collaborative work environment, then this opportunity at Sixt is perfect for you. Let’s revolutionize mobility together!

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What are the primary responsibilities of the Director of Logistics at Sixt Rent a Car?

The Director of Logistics at Sixt Rent a Car is responsible for overseeing the logistics and impound recovery departments, ensuring the timely and cost-effective processing of vehicle transportation and recoveries. This includes managing vendor performance, driving continuous process improvements, and assessing relationships with external suppliers.