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Job description
Fleet & Rental Operations Director – Lead a New Rental Car & Truck Company
West Little Rock, Arkansas
Full-Time | In-Person
Looking to lead something big -- and build it from scratch?
Crain Automotive is launching a brand-new, fully funded rental car and truck company in Central Arkansas, and we’re looking for a bold, high-energy leader to bring it to life. The land is secured, the resources are in place, and now we need a fleet-savvy, operations-driven leader to bring it all to life!
This is a rare, career-defining opportunity to launch and scale an entire business — from building systems and hiring your dream team, to managing the fleet and growing revenue. If you thrive in high-ownership roles and are hungry to make an impact, this is your moment.
What You’ll Do
Launch and lead all day-to-day rental operations
Build and manage a high-performing team from scratch
Oversee fleet acquisition, maintenance, and utilization
Create systems for reservations, billing, and customer experience
Forge partnerships with service centers, dealerships, and insurance companies
Drive marketing strategy to grow customer base
Monitor KPIs, manage budgets, and report directly to ownership
What We’re Looking For
2+ years in the rental car or fleet management space
Strong leadership and operations background
Entrepreneurial mindset—builder, problem-solver, decision-maker
Tech-savvy, with experience implementing rental or CRM platforms
Excellent communication, organization, and customer service instincts
Bonus Points For
Prior experience launching or managing a rental location
Existing relationships in the local automotive/insurance industries
Passion for customer experience and operational efficiency
What You’ll Get
Competitive base salary + performance bonuses
Health benefits + paid time off
Long-term growth path with true leadership autonomy
Direct access to and support from company ownership
The chance to be the founding force behind a growing company
If you're ambitious, hands-on, and ready to lead something new — we want to meet you!
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Worksite address
little rock, AR, 72208, US
Who can apply
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