Vice President Fleet Planning & Services

Europcar•Tulsa, OK

About The Position

Fox Rent A Car is seeking an executive to transform its fleet operations, not just manage them. This role requires deep expertise in fleet strategy, lifecycle management, remarketing, financial analysis, and technology adoption. The ideal candidate will be a confident leader with a proven track record in the automotive, mobility, leasing, or car rental industry, capable of driving competitive advantage through fleet optimization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or Engineering.
10+ years of executive leadership in automotive, mobility, leasing, or the car rental industry.
Strong quantitative foundation in financial modeling, forecasting, sensitivity analysis, and optimization logic.
Deep understanding of vehicle lifecycle economics, residual value strategy, and OEM buy-back and used car market.
Excellent cross-functional leadership skills to negotiate with vendors and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

MBA or advanced degree preferred.
Proven P&L management experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Own the complete in-fleet and de-fleet strategy, partnering with OEMs for procurement and optimal hold periods to protect residual values.
Oversee the strategic disposal of vehicles, balancing sales velocity, channel optimization, and regional demand to maximize total lifecycle value.
Manage the multi-million-dollar fleet CapEx and operating budget, analyzing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), contribution margins, and depreciation.
Develop and maintain an annual budget and forecast for fleet planning, DMV, roadside assistance, and administrative services.
Partner with Operations to set standards for preventative maintenance, safety, and regulatory compliance, ensuring fast turnaround times to minimize vehicle downtime.
Champion the adoption of AI-enabled planning tools, connected car data, and telematics to improve forecasting, automate logistics, and optimize fleet distribution.
Build a strong team by providing staff support, education, and training, and implementing best practices across the fleet department.
Ensure compliance with standards by liaising with internal and external auditors and with compliance and governance, as directed by Europcar Mobility Group practices.
Perform other duties as assigned.