Assistant Branch Manager

Europcar Mobility Group

At Europcar Mobility Group, our purpose is to help to change the way you move. We are guided by our core values: We are happy to help, We embrace change, We take responsibility, We act with respect and We move as one. Our culture is built on valuing the contribution and diversity of our team where every individual is treated with dignity and respect. Acting with respect is at the heart of everything we do, and we are fully committed to creating a workplace where differences are celebrated and everyone feels empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.

Job Description

Assistant Branch Manager Wexford

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Team Wexford  branch for Assistant

Branch manager. Reporting to the  cluster manager , this a dynamic and varied role encompassing all

different aspects of branch operations. The successful candidate will manage all areas of the branch

focusing heavily on sales, profitability, staff development and foster a positive environment to ensure

customer satisfaction and proper branch operation. The candidate will have a hands on approach and

will be committed to the expansion and success of the business by implementing strategies that increase

productivity and enable sales target achievement.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Twenty-Two days annual leave
• Medical refund scheme
• Enhanced statutory sick pay
• Occupational Pension: Employer contribution 1.5%, employee contribution 2%
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity benefits
• Access to Hubex benefits and discounts platform
• Life Assurance x2 basic salary
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Voluntary flu vaccination voucher
• Bike to Work Schemes

Key Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the Cluster  Manager and be responsible for all day to day activities
• Ability to identify Corporate  Sales Opportunities and work with the Cluster  Manager to target  and close leads on all sales opportunities within the local area.
•  Ensure corporate deliveries / collections meet high levels of service, checking in damage
• Ensure very high levels of customer service is being provided by all Desk Staff and feedback to staff and management on areas for improvement
• Be aware of all requirements for vehicles during the day and to plan for the days/weeks ahead.
• Be aware of general fleet activity by using available fleet reports and discussions with the fleet department and Cluster manager
• Overseeing CSR’s responsibilities and targets to ensure work is being carried out correctly.
• Holding staff accountable when necessary.
• Setting internal sales targets and internal sales targets for CSR’s and following up/holding staff accountable.
• Sales opportunities within the local area.
• Day to day operations/processes including deliveries, impros, utilisation, following up overdues, pre-closes and RCR bookings for garages
•  Liaise daily with valeting staff to ensure the smooth running and manning of this important area.
• Ensure the daily payments reports are correct and necessary reporting completed
•  Customer invoicing requests
• Ensure all Servicing and Maintenance are completed and reach the required standards
• Ensure all safety checks are in place and audit cars daily to meet agreed criteria
• Ensure that all staff adheres to the safety and operations rules and procedures without exception.
• Responsible for own health and safety and that of work colleagues
• Carrying out audits to ensure the standards are kept up to the highest compliance
•  In addition to the above, employees are required to carry out any reasonable request to perform duties as may be reasonably required within the scope of the job title.

Your Skills:

•  3rd Level relevant Qualification would be advantageous but not obligatory.
• 2 years Supervisor/assistant manager experience would be advantageous
• Intermediate level of Excel and Word required
• Excellent organisation and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Team Player
• Full clean driving license

Why choose Europcar?

We provide a working environment for our colleagues that nurtures their career ambitions. Everyone counts at Europcar. We are now building our operations for growth over the coming year. As part of a global organisation we have big ambitions, and everyone who is part of our team can make a contribution to – and benefit from - our success. Joining the team of this market leading brand will give you the opportunity to progress your career in the rental industry. Europcar is committed to helping employees develop market-leading skills through ongoing training and development.

**Europcar Mobility Group are an equal opportunities employer and committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons **

We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender reassignment, nationality, sexual orientation, age, disability status, religion, or any other dimension of diversity. We are dedicated to building a team that reflects the communities we serve and fostering an environment of equity and inclusion, where respect for one another is essential. If you need any accommodations or assistance during the application or interview process, please let us know. Together, through mutual respect, we can create a more equitable and inclusive future.

Europcar Mobility Group is a global mobility player, with 75 years of mobility services expertise and a leading position in Europe.  “We help to change the way you move” is what we stand for and brings us together.

We offer to individuals and businesses a wide range of car and van rental services, be it for a few hours, a few days, a week, a month or more, on-demand or on subscription, relying on a fleet of more than 250.000 vehicles, equipped with the latest engines including an increasing share of electric vehicles.

Our brands address differentiated needs, use cases and expectations: Europcar® - a global leader of car rental and light commercial vehicle rental, with a premium positioning, Goldcar® - a frontrunner at providing low-cost car rental services in Europe, and Fox-Rent-A-Car®, one of the main players in the car rental market in the US, with a "value for money" positioning.

Customers’ satisfaction is at the heart of the Group’s ambition and that of our more than 8,000 employees, everywhere we deliver our mobility solutions, thanks to a strong network in over 130 countries.

More info at: www.europcar-mobility-group.com