Sr Residual Value Economist

Hertz•Atlanta, GA

5d•$140,000

About The Position

The Senior Residual Value Economist will be responsible for developing and managing forecasts for residual values and setting the strategy for optimizing, protecting, and enhancing the residual values of Hertz’s fleet of vehicles. Starting salary is $140K; commensurate with experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Analytics, Finance, Economics, Business, or related field.
3+ years of experience in residual value management
Strong analytical and data skills and experience working with large datasets and data analytical tools
Robust communication and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights
Strong executive presence
Experience managing diverse teams
Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and complex environment

Responsibilities

Provide vision and leadership for the residual value management function at Hertz
Collaborate with the Data Science team on the development of residual value forecasts utilizing all available industry data and Hertz’s own car sales data
Provide residual value support to enable Hertz to develop short and long term strategies for vehicle acquisition, fleet rotation, and car sales optimization to maximize long term profitability of the company
Partner with and develop strong working relationships cross-divisionally with Finance, Accounting, Procurement, Car Sales, and Fleet Planning to establish aligned residual value strategies.
Serve as Hertz’s subject matter expert for automotive market trends and external economic factors impacting residual values and fleet depreciation
Monitor market conditions, competitor and OEM activity, and supply/demand trends for risks and opportunities
Build strong relationships with Guide Books, OEMs, and auction/retail partners to protect and enhance residual values.
Create dashboards and real-time reporting tools for both executive leadership as well as operational teams to empower them with robust residual value information
Craft robust executive level presentations with succinct messages and conclusions
Develop training programs and resources to enhance the general understanding of residual values and how they are affected by industry and economic factors