Product Line Manager

Job Description Summary

The Product Line Analyst is responsible for aiding in the design and execution of a comprehensive lifecycle plan including market strategy, supplier selection, product support, and lifecycle returns for assigned capital equipment categories. Position includes development of appropriate strategies for the negotiation and administration of national contracts for market position, products, and the full life cycle support.

Position Responsibilities

• Serves as an active team member in the development and implementation of fleet strategies and initiatives that effectively address the need to reduce the total cost of equipment ownership.
• Aid in the identification, evaluation, engagement/negotiation process and ongoing management of key supply partners.
• Perform industry benchmarking and total cost of ownership analysis to identify continuous cost & fleet improvements.
• Aid in developing a fleet plan including purchases and disposals with the intention of maximizing the life cycle returns from the rental fleet.
• Reduce costs, improve efficiencies and secure favorable commercial terms while cultivating long term, mutually beneficial relationships with Sunbelt’s Preferred Suppliers.
• Develop training, maintenance, and analysis to support the product line.
• Present material in effective, concise oral and written form to Sunbelt’s Executives related to findings, opportunities and progress on projects that directly impact the company’s P&L.
• Establish relationships within Sunbelt to become an integral member of many cross-functional teams (Operations, Sales, Procurement, Marketing, etc.) within the business.

Requirements

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field of study or equivalent work experience plus 1- 3 years of product life-cycle management.
• Familiarity with the construction capital equipment marketplace, either from an equipment fleet management or manufacturer perspective.
• A strategic view of the total supply chain, which encompasses capital equipment and lifecycle management.
• Demonstrated leadership in internal and external functions, with proven results in total cost of ownership reduction and process efficiency improvement.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills; comfortable in dealing with all levels of an organization.
• Ability to manage and analyze existing contracts and identify spend reduction, spend leveraging and other opportunities to maximize equipment utility.
• Ability to articulate and frame issues in a clear and concise manner.
• Demonstrated ability to affect positive change and to deliver results in a complex organization.
• Strong analytical capabilities necessary to assess the short and long-term requirements and needs of the business.
• Project Management Experience (Preferred).
• MBA (Preferred).

Physical Demands

• Must be able to bend, squat, crouch and/or reach and lift up to 25 pounds or more, as required by the job.
• Some Sunbelt jobs may require driving for long periods of time, loading and unloading heavy equipment, performing work in extreme weather conditions including rain, wind or excessive temperatures and/or night and weekend work.

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision plans
• 401(k) Match
• Volunteer time off
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Accident, Life and Travel insurance, as well as flexible spending
• Tuition Reimbursement Options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Length of Service Awards

Pay

Base Pay Range: $98,573.00 - 135,537.60 Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. Please visit here for more information on our benefits and to join our Talent Network.

Contact Information

Sunbelt Rentals is an Equal Opportunity Employer — Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran and any other protected ground. Base Pay Range: $98,573.00 - 135,537.60 Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. Please visit here for more information on our benefits and to join our Talent Network. Sunbelt also provides a comprehensive benefits package to its full-time employees. This package includes: Health, Dental and Vision plans401(k) MatchVolunteer time offShort-term and long-term disabilityAccident, Life and Travel insurance, as well as flexible spendingTuition Reimbursement OptionsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Length of Service Awards You will become eligible for benefits on the first of the month following 30 days from your start date. Sunbelt offers team members the following paid time off from work, subject to Sunbelt’s policies (unless specified in a collective bargaining agreement): 12-25 vacation days depending on years of service5 sick days6 holidays2 half day holidays2 floating holidays1 inclusion day1 volunteer day Gear up for an exciting career! Sunbelt Rentals supports service members. Veterans encouraged to apply.