Job Description:

Objective

The Regional Field Operations Specialist is responsible for regional onsite program management of delivery station last mile rental (LMR) operations. This role will be responsible for third party supplier management for daily onsite regional operations to ensure the logistical needs of the project are met. The ideal candidate should possess strong client relation skills, as the specialist will work directly with station delivery providers, drivers, station management and corporate client program managers.

Please note that this description is not all-encompassing as other ad hoc tasks are expected of the position.

Essential Functions

Responsible for regional operations and supply chain management related to rental operations, vehicle fleet management, and third-party service provider managementTravel at 75% or greater to ensure that all regional rental program station operations are in good standing and to establish strong relationships with station management and delivery providersWork with third party suppliers (onsite program vendors, transport vendors, car wash vendors maintenance and repair vendors, etc.) to implement and manage processes based on program and client requirements.Oversee rental fleet vehicle management, including key and parking lot management and process improvement for regional operationsManage and review reporting and status updates from third parties to provide updates to leadership and to the end clientPotentially launch rental operations for new stations within the region as required by program leadership.Lead new station and ongoing trainings with delivery providers and station management.Develop strong relationships with other regional operations specialists, Wheels team members, and program leadershipContribute data and written sections to weekly, monthly, and quarterly business reviews, as requiredManage competing tasks from email, texts, calls, etc working through escalations while working onsite evaluating daily rental activities and questions/escalationsIdentify trends and manage exceptions across vendor networkAudit and review supplier data for accuracyIdentify potential process/production bottlenecks and proactively implement solutionsResponsible for working with suppliers to proactively prevent delays & for working through back logs when they do occurThink outside the box to deliver creative solutions when delays present themselves to deliver for our mutual clientsPartner with internal teams and collaborate on solutions as neededProvide timely feedback to internal stakeholders related to third party supplier performanceDevelop and maintain positive relationships with suppliers, client stakeholders & internal teamsProvide exceptional customer service to delivery providers and drivers by answering and addressing any escalated inquiries

Other Duties

Communicate with internal stakeholders as neededOther duties and responsibilities as assignedCreate ad-hoc reporting

Competencies

Act with Integrity: Upholding ethical standards in job-related activities and behavior. Always doing the right thing even when no one is watching.Critical Thinking: Identifies and analyzes problems; distinguishes between relevant and irrelevant information to make logical decisions; provides solutions to individual and organizational problems.Build Relationships: Develops professional partnerships and useful internal relationships through effective communication.Take Initiative: Spotting opportunities within a circle of influence; anticipating threats and acting on them; self-starting rather than waiting passively until the situation demands action.Ability to adapt to changing client demands

Job Specifications

Leadership Responsibility:  This is an individual contributor role.

Work Environment:  This position will be onsite in Norfolk, VA and Savannah, GA. - travel at or greater than 75% between locations.

Work Location: Norfolk, VA / Charlotte, NC or close vicinity

Requirement: Valid Driver's License

Position Type/Standard Schedule:  This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience.3-5 years of experience working in Rental Operations/Branch Management, Fleet Management, Logistics or Supply Chain required.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required.Experience with SmartSheets, OneDrive, or Sharepoint preferred.Rental branch management experience preferred.Fleet operations experience preferred.Vendor management experience preferred.

Disclaimer

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Our Benefits

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Pay Range:

$62,300-$87,200

The base salary range for this position is listed above. This position is eligible to participate in the annual incentive plan which is based on company performance and individual performance. Compensation ranges are based on several factors including job function, level, and geographic location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience, education, certifications, skill level and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed here.

EEO Statement
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