Automotive Claims Manager at Budget Car and Truck Rental of Wichita

Wichita, Kansas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fleet Management, Shop Management, Vehicle Systems, Preventative Maintenance, Body Damage Estimation, Claims Management, Vendor Negotiation, Organizational Skills, Inventory Management, Insurance Claims, Regulatory Compliance, Performance Bonus, Profit Share, Fuel Management, Parts Management, Downtime Reduction

Industry

Leisure;Travel & Tourism

Description

Description Lead the Shop. Own the Fleet. Drive the Profit. Budget is recruiting a battle-tested Automotive Claims Manager—think Shop Manager meets Fleet Commander—to run fleet maintenance, body damage claims, and vendor networks like a high-performance service department. If you’ve profitably managed bays, negotiated with body shops, and kept downtime in the red zone, this is your lane. THE SHOP YOU’LL RUN (Fleet-Wide) Fleet Lifecycle Command Own in-fleeting/out-fleeting: inspections, onboarding, decommissioning Document every dent, mile, and dollar from acquisition to auction Preventative Maintenance Mastery Schedule PMs to crush downtime and repair costs Enforce OEM & regulatory compliance (no shortcuts, no surprises) Body Damage & Claims Domination Estimate repairs with surgical accuracy Coordinate body shops, approve supplements, and close claims fast Manage insurance files and follow-ups like a claims adjuster on steroids Fuel Program Control Track usage, expenses, KDHE certifications, and reporting Squeeze every cent out of fuel budgets Parts & Inventory Precision Stock tools, supplies, and parts to keep techs moving Zero downtime due to “out of stock” Vendor Negotiation & SLAs Build iron-clad relationships with body shops, parts houses, and fuel vendors Hammer out pricing and turnaround times that beat market rates COMPENSATION THAT REWARDS SHOP-LEVEL HUSTLE Lucrative Performance Bonus + Profit Share – the more you save, the more you earn Company Vehicle + Mileage – drive what you manage Full Benefits Suite: Health, Dental, Vision PTO, Holidays, 401k WHAT YOU BRING FROM THE BAY Proven fleet or shop management experience – you’ve run fixed ops or fleet maintenance Deep knowledge of vehicle systems, PM schedules, and repair workflows Estimating expertise – body damage, supplements, and insurance claims Vendor negotiation swagger – you get the best rates and fastest turns Organizational firepower – juggle schedules, parts, and claims without dropping a wrench Bonus: Familiarity with inventory software or maintenance tracking platforms Ready to join Budget's Management team? Submit your resume. Requirements Ability to pass a background check and a drug screen Clean driving record + valid license

Responsibilities

The Automotive Claims Manager will oversee fleet maintenance, body damage claims, and vendor networks, ensuring efficient operations and profitability. Responsibilities include managing inspections, scheduling preventative maintenance, estimating repairs, and negotiating with vendors.