Head Of Group Asset Cars - Responsable Groupe des Actifs Automobiles H/F Europcar France

Mains objectives:

The Head of Group Asset Cars is responsible for the strategic direction, operational efficiency, and data-driven optimization of the entire vehicle repair and maintenance function across EmG Corporate markets, alongside leveraging data for fleet intelligence and predictive maintenance.



MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES :



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Strategic Vision & Leadership for Repair & Maintenance:

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Develop and implement a cohesive group-wide strategy for vehicle/equipment repair, preventative maintenance (PM), and predictive maintenance programs.
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Establish group-wide standards, policies, and procedures for all maintenance activities, ensuring consistency and best practices across all markets.
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Lead the transition from reactive to proactive and predictive maintenance models using data and technology.
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Set group-level KPIs fleet operating costs and non-operating fleet (NOF) performance.
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Oversee the entire lifecycle of fleet assets from a maintenance perspective, influencing acquisition and disposal decisions based on performance and cost data.

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Fleet Intelligence & Data Analytics:

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Champion the adoption and utilization of fleet telematics, GPS tracking, vehicle diagnostics, and other data collection technologies.
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Build and lead a "fleet intelligence" capability, leveraging data analysts and advanced analytics to derive actionable insights from fleet performance data.
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Develop predictive models to forecast equipment failures, optimize maintenance schedules, and identify opportunities for fuel efficiency and reduced wear and tear.
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Implement reporting dashboards and visualization tools to provide real-time insights into fleet health, performance, and maintenance costs to senior management.

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Operational Management & Optimization:

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Oversee the efficiency and effectiveness of all repair and maintenance workshops, whether in-house or third-party.
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Optimize spare parts inventory management across the group to minimize stockouts and reduce carrying costs.
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Drive lean principles and continuous improvement initiatives within maintenance operations.
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Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations, environmental standards, and internal policies across the fleet.

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Financial Management & Cost Control:

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Develop, manage, and control the group's repair and maintenance budget, identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising safety or reliability.
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Analyze and report on maintenance costs per vehicle/asset, identifying variances and implementing corrective actions.
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Optimize warranty recovery processes and maximize asset residual values through effective maintenance.
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Contribute to capital expenditure planning for fleet replacement based on total cost of ownership (TCO) and performance data.

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Team Leadership & Development:

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Leading, mentoring, and developing a community of fleet managers, maintenance managers, technicians, and data analysts across different countries.
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Foster a culture of safety, accountability, data-driven decision-making, and continuous learning within the fleet and maintenance teams.
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Establish robust training programs for maintenance personnel on new technologies, diagnostic tools, and repair techniques.

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Cross-functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Management:

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Supporting countries budgets, resources, and central function relationships related to Fleet repair and maintenance.
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Collaborate closely with Operations, Fleet, Finance, IT, and Procurement teams to ensure fleet availability meets operational demands and financial targets.
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Communicate fleet performance, maintenance strategies, and key intelligence findings to executive leadership and other stakeholders.

INTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS :

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Operations, IT, Security, Product, Digital, Country Operations, Procurement, Finance



EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS

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External: Network infrastructure vendors, telecom providers, cloud service partners, external consultants