Autonomous Vehicle Health Manager

AutoNation is one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, offering innovative products, exceptional services, and comprehensive solutions, empowering our customers to make the best decisions for their needs. With a network of dealerships nationwide strengthened by a recognized brand, we offer a wide variety of new and used vehicles, customer financing, parts, and provide expert maintenance and repair services. Through DRV PNK, we have raised over $40 million for cancer-related causes, demonstrating our commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of our Associates, Customers, and the communities we serve. So what do you say? Are you ready to be part of something big?

The Autonomous Vehicle (AV) Health Manager is a strategic leader responsible for overseeing the health, readiness, and optimization of the demo fleet. This role leads key initiatives to align fleet capabilities with broader organizational objectives, enhance operational efficiency, and support business growth. The ideal candidate combines strong project management, analytical expertise, and cross-functional collaboration to drive continuous improvement across fleet programs.

At AutoNation, we want our employees to feel happy, healthy, and valued as they work to provide a top-notch experience for our customers. We offer our full-time Associates great, competitive benefits effective Day One:

• Higher income potential
• Full benefits package including Paid Time Off & 401K w/ Company match
• Longevity bonuses
• Generous employee referral bonus program for Technicians
• Employee discount on vehicle purchases, parts, & service
• Advancement opportunities
• And so much more!

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a high-performing team responsible for fleet health planning and operational excellence
• Drive cross-functional initiatives to optimize fleet strategy, improve efficiency, and accelerate product exposure and market readiness
• Develop strategic plans that align fleet operations with company goals, ensuring scalable and sustainable performance
• Evaluate fleet utilization, regional needs, and maintenance programs to identify improvement opportunities and implement effective solutions
• Conduct market research and provide actionable, data-driven insights to inform planning and future initiatives
• Build and maintain accurate, consistent, and timely reporting on fleet health metrics and operational performance
• Deliver executive-level presentations and strategic business cases to influence decision-making and long-term planning
• Collaborate with Field Operations, Logistics, and Business Generation teams to ensure coordinated execution of demo fleet programs
• Develop and refine fleet readiness strategies and maintenance programs to maximize fleet uptime and online availability

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, Economics, Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project management, operations, planning, or finance
• Strong analytical and presentation skills; able to communicate insights to stakeholders at all levels
• Proficiency with BI tools such as Tableau, SQL, Power BI, MySQL; ability to learn new systems quickly
• Demonstrated success driving initiatives in cross-functional and fast-paced environments
• Strong judgment, adaptability, and proactive problem-solving approach
• Knowledge of autonomous vehicle technology and fleet operations
• Experience in asset management and fleet maintenance strategy development
• Preferably, experience in fleet management and readiness optimization

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Exciting Benefits and Perks Await You:

• Competitive compensation and 401k matching
• Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with insurance plans (health, dental, vision) and maternity benefits.
• Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre-owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear
• Access amazing deals and discounts through YouDecide, a website with offers from top providers and retailers
• Join our DRVPNK mission to raise and donate millions of dollars to cancer research and treatment, partnering with cancer charities nationwide

AutoNation is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment in our workplace and the services we provide. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are passionate about making a positive impact. Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help us foster a culture of belonging while contributing to our revolutionary work in the automotive industry. We value innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to making a positive impact in the world.