Manager Trainee

Manager Trainee – Budget Car and Truck Rental of Wichita

Budget is looking for individuals interested in starting a career with a company that values individual contribution, work-life balance, and promotion from within. Manager Trainees are considered members of management from day 1, on a salary with bonus potential. They assist our Location and Team Managers with running the day‑to‑day business and may work across several sites. The role is a stepping‑stone to a Location Manager or Team Manager position.

• Benefits, including PTO, holiday pay, health insurance, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Tremendous bonus opportunity and growth potential

• Great customer service experience and skills
• Leadership skills
• A willingness to learn and grow

• Assist Managers with overall operation of rental agencies
• Oversee and ensure proper function of operational departments
• Help monitor fleet and product flow to match customer need and reservation schedule
• Operate the computer counter agent control system (open/close rental contracts, contract modification, print and update manifest, etc.)
• Assist management in maintaining daily inventory both physical and computerized
• Promote and sell coverage and upgrades (additional insurance, GPS, rental car upgrades, etc.)
• Execute opening and closing procedures, safeguard security measures
• Perform office duties: answering phones, ordering supplies, photocopying, handling routine inquiries, etc.
• Prepare reports and document daily work activities
• Address customer inquiries (explanation of charges, vehicle damages, directions, etc.)
• Support a team environment by assisting other agents, locations, and/or other areas when needed
• Be involved with coaching and educating team members as needed
• Assist with training, supervision, and motivation of team members
• Assist with administrative or clerical duties when required by management

• Must be 18 years of age
• 1 year leadership or management experience
• Good driving record
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen