15+ years of leadership experience in fleet management or related fields
5 years in an executive leadership role
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Automotive Management, or related field; MBA preferred
Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and fleet management systems
Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and negotiation skills
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive fleet strategy aligned with company growth and financial goals
Manage the entire fleet lifecycle from procurement to remarketing and performance
Liaise with OEM partners and other stakeholders to maximize asset recovery
Implement data-driven processes and track KPIs for operational excellence
Analyze market intelligence and operational insights to enhance fleet planning
Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing Fleet organization
Benefits
Access to comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plans
Paid time off, sick leave, and floating paid holidays for work-life balance
Competitive executive bonus program linked to performance
Company car for personal use from a new fleet
Opportunities to directly influence fleet profitability and customer satisfaction
Full Job Description
As the Senior Vice President, Fleet Operations - North America at SIXT, you will lead the end-to-end fleet lifecycle from procurement and planning to pricing, utilization, and remarketing driving one of the company's most critical value chains. As a member of the leadership team, you will partner with executive leadership to maximize fleet profitability, strengthen OEM partnerships, and build scalable processes that support SIXT's continued growth across North America. If you're a strategic, results-driven executive who thrives on leading high-performing organizations and delivering operational excellence, we invite you to apply.
YOUR ROLE AT SIXT
You support the executive leadership team by developing and executing a comprehensive fleet strategy that aligns with the company's growth objectives and financial goals
You manage all aspects of the fleet lifecycle, including vehicle procurement, demand planning, utilization, pricing strategy, inventory optimization, remarketing, and overall fleet performance
You liaise with OEM partners, auction providers, transportation vendors, dealerships, digital marketplaces, and internal stakeholders to maximize asset recovery and strengthen strategic partnerships
You maintain operational excellence by implementing data-driven processes, monitoring key performance indicators, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving continuous process improvements across fleet operations
You receive market intelligence, financial performance data, and operational insights to optimize fleet planning, manage residual risk, forecast performance, and identify new revenue opportunities
You assist in building, mentoring, and leading a high-performing Fleet organization while fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and customer excellence
YOUR SKILLS MATTER
Experience You have 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in fleet management, vehicle procurement, remarketing, automotive finance, or a related industry, including at least 5 years in an executive leadership role
Education You have a bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Automotive Management, or a related field. An MBA is preferred, and you are authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Technical Proficiency You possess strong analytical capabilities and are proficient with Microsoft Office applications, business intelligence tools, forecasting models, and fleet management systems
Soft Skills You demonstrate exceptional executive communication, strategic thinking, negotiation, cross-functional leadership, and relationship-building skills while successfully leading large, geographically dispersed teams
Commitment to Excellence You are a results-oriented leader with a proven ability to develop scalable processes, optimize financial performance, build high-performing cultures, and deliver continuous operational improvements
Travel You are flexible and willing to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%
WHAT WE OFFER
Comprehensive Health Insurance Access healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, pet insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan
Paid Time Off & Sick Leave Enjoy PTO, sick leave, floating paid holidays, and a healthy work-life balance
Bonus Plan Take advantage of a competitive executive bonus program tied to company and individual performance
Company Car Hit the road in style and experience the comfort of driving the latest models from our cutting-edge, brand-new fleet
Additional Perks Experience directly influencing fleet profitability, capital efficiency, customer satisfaction, and the long-term competitive advantage of SIXT's North American business
