Job Description:

Agency Operator - Avis Rent A Car

AVIS RENT A CAR OFFERS AN EXCITING BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY WHERE YOU CAN OPERATE AN AGENCY WITH SURPRISINGLY LITTLE START UP COST!

“If I were in charge I would make this business more profitable”.
“If someone would back me, the sky would be the limit.”
“If I had the money, I could be very successful as an entrepreneur.”
“If I had a solid company behind me in the local market, I know I would succeed.”

The “Win-Win” Philosophy:

An Agency Operator:

Common Questions about the Program:
  No. An Agency Operator is an Independent Contractor arrangement. Unlike a franchise where there are up-front fees and ongoing royalties for using the company’s trademark, not to mention a significant capital expenditure to acquire assets, an Independent Contractor signs an Agency Operator Agreement with Avis whereby you as the Agent Operator are permitted to rent Avis’ vehicles. The operations, like staffing and cost control, are your responsibility.
  Generally, you should have up to $3,000-$8,000 available. This would cover costs such as incorporating, insurance, first months payroll for employees (most operators start with just a few employees), and other miscellaneous start up costs.
  Avis will provide you with cars for renting. The initial fleet size is determined by evaluating the consumer demands in your market. As the business grows so does the fleet that is furnished to your location. The size of your fleet ultimately depends upon your ability to generate a maximum amount of revenue on every rental.
  Agency Operators are paid a percentage of every dollar taken in for rental revenue. At Avis, rental revenue is defined as time and mileage charges. As an Operator, you will also have the opportunity to earn income on other rental charges such as child seats, renter benefits, etc., as set forth in the agency operator agreement.
  To help grow your business, Avis will offer support with a staff of individuals dedicated to your individual marketplace. These professionals will offer guidance in areas of training, goal setting, sales, and marketing. They will be there to act as a liaison between you and the company.
  No. You are an Independent Contractor and are free to run your business as you see fit. As an independent contractor you will be required to incorporate in the state you do business and represent the Avis brand as a corporate entity.
  We have had successful Operators come from all walks of life. It is helpful, but certainly not a guarantee of success, or a requirement; that a person with skills or experience in operating a business, car rental, hotel, and/or travel related business will have an advantage. The ability to effectively communicate, whether on sales calls, with employees, or with customers is an absolute must. You should be an aggressive, goal-oriented person who is willing to do everything it takes to build the business on a local basis. This could include joining the local Chamber of Commerce, sponsoring local sports teams, and talking to local businesses to refer customers to you. Servicing your customers well enough to build a good repeat business that will keep your business growing is where you want to end up.
  One of the best things about being an Operator is the future possibilities. Not only can an operator have his or her business continue to grow, but if a larger operation should become available, an existing Operator may be offered the opportunity to move to that location.

This information is intended only to provide some general information for prospective agency operators. This is not an offer of an agency operator opportunity, which is subject to selection by Avis in accordance with its criteria. No representation or warranties are made as to the assured success of an agency operation/Independent Operator. Complete terms and conditions are set forth in the agency operator agreement.

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