Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Manager
Hertz, Car Rental Corporation
06.2021 - Current
Planning daily workflow with daily agenda for Mechanics and Utilities
Managing 60 + employees, 7 managers and overseeing Hertz local editions/ mountain locations
Coordinating and managing on lot/off lot venders such as Swift, Spiffy, Tire Xpress, Johnny's Tires, Dent Pro, Auto Glass Now, Colorado Mountain Glass, Glass works
Caliber Collision, Pep Boys etc
Knowledgeable in parts/tire ordering from Dealerships and aftermarket outlets such as John Elway, Larry Miller, etc
Oreilly's auto store
Coordinate and ensure PDI process are meet for new/used vehicles
Ensure Warranty vehicles are capture and covered by OEM and maintenance programs
Conducting daily huddles/ One on one meeting to discuss areas of opportunities, coaching and addressing low performers
Responsible for Weekly payroll, update attendance and time off request sheets
Coordinating and ordering new/used oil pick-up and drop off for Hertz and DTG as well as DEF
Knowledgeable and work with applications such as HMP, QCS, EAM, Oracle, VAW, DASH, Tableau
Collaborating with operation to ensure right vehicles need to meet reservation demand and achieve sales goals.
Conducted root cause analysis of recurring issues, devising long-term solutions that minimized future disruptions.
Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
Trained maintenance technicians to apply proper techniques and best practices and comply with safety protocols.
Created and submitted detailed reports to highlight maintenance activities and equipment performance.
Sr. Operations/ Customer Service Manager
Hertz, Car Rental Corporation
07.2012 - 06.2021
Responsible for 100 + employees and managers (Car Cleaners/ Customer service agents/bus drivers
Strong management in communicating, interpersonal relationships, customer service, problem solving, fleet management, and sales skills
Managing fleet thru 37 acres of property at all different types of business demand needs
Played pivot roll on rolling out new program “Ultimate choice” replenish program
Organized and coordinated Daily lot plan
In charge of movement of fleet
Strong strategic planning and analytical skills including ability to forecast demand and utilization
Manage all business aspects from Operations, Customer Service, Sales, Fleet Management, Maintenance, Vehicle Service, Vehicle Replenishment and Financial Analytics
Responsible for managing unionized and/or non-unionized workforce, delivering quality customer service, increasing sales and revenue, scheduling adequate staff coverage, handling escalated customer issues and requests, payroll, safety, hiring new employees and provide them with training
Responsible for scheduling and managing coverage for Vehicle service attendant and CSR's base on budget and business demand using “Labor Planning Tool”
Responsible for ordering supplies using oracle and ordering thru third-party venders using Oracle
Coach employees how to improve their ability to sell and meet customer needs using Tableau and Inmoment program
Preforming coaching to low and high performers
Review sales goals and expectations
Inspire staff members to reach for high goals, encourage open discussion of ideas for improving company's performance and challenge staff members to develop to their potential.
Establish Daily game plan for walk-up pricing and UPG's according to supply and demand.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by streamlining operations processes and implementing effective communication strategies.
Championed process improvements within department using lean methodologies which led to reduced waste and increased efficiency in daily operations.
Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Operational Manager
Thrifty, Car Rental
03.2009 - 11.2011
Oversaw operations for rental and valet service
Managed and coordinated staff of 45 employees 7 managers
Influence and motivate staff in team environment
Build and maintain professional relationships with local business organizations and government agencies to enhance organizational growth
Supervised, trained, develop and motivate employees, resolve customer complaints and customer issues
Maximized incremental sales from YTD, walk up volume, yield, fuel service and recharge through understanding of sales and product knowledge and differentiation
Monitored and recommended daily rental rate quotations based on fleet inventory and rental reservations (Daily Game Plan) for am and pm shift
Prepared and reviewed various reports, such as Daily Business Reports, overdue/due-back reports, commission reports, and location performance reports and recommended or initiated associated actions; ensured whereabouts of all rental vehicles by conducting lot
Composed and created weekly sales contest to increase sales and productivity.
Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.