Fleet Solutions Manager, ProSolutions

Fleet Solutions Manager, ProSolutionsFounded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with 2024 total revenues reaching approximately $3.6 billion. Herc Rentals' parent company, known as Herc Holdings Inc., listed on the New York Stock Exchange on July 1, 2016, under the symbol "HRI." Herc Rentals serves customers through approximately 620+ locations and has about 10,200 employees in North America as of June 30, 2025.Job PurposeHerc Rentals Fleet Solutions Managers are responsible for the comprehensive management of an assigned range of equipment, supplies, and accessories. As an expert in the assigned Categories, the Fleet Solutions Manager is responsible for understanding the market sector, customers, manufacturers and suppliers, competitive landscape, life cycle management (TCO), and disposal of the products. Reporting to the Senior Fleet Solutions Manager, the Fleet Solutions Manager will work in close collaboration with the VP Fleet, VP of Operations, the VP of Specialty and the COO to develop the strategic plan for the product categories for the Herc Rentals fleet as well as related sales and services.What You Will Do...The Fleet Solutions Manager will identify the potential manufacturers and suppliers for the categories. They will narrow down and select/recommend the preferred suppliers. They will own the Preferred Supplier relationships including:Identification and recommendation of the specific Models and Specifications for the rental fleetFocus on best make & model specifications for the rental fleet and customersFocus on Safety for Customer, Staff, and Citizens at largeFocus on environmentally responsible fleet and Maintenance & RepairNegotiation of standard and special purchasing programs for the productsNegotiate all standard commercial terms per Herc Rentals Commercial Terms arrangementsNegotiate and deliver executed Supplier Agreements focused on achieving the best Price / Value available to Herc RentalsFormation and negotiation of all recommended related support for the products, including but not limited to:Parts programs and corresponding purchasing agreements including SmartEquip onboardingAccessory and consumable programs and corresponding purchasing agreementsWarranty program and coordination of warranty administrationTraining support for applications, sales, services, and safetyThe establishment of a reliable availability of supply and delivery schedulesThe establishment of Herc Rentals branding and asset identification programs to speed and standardize Herc Rentals asset identificationTelematics standards for the products and fleet make ready requirementsFormation and coordination with supporting departments for the introduction and ongoing development of the Category product lines and servicesProduct fleet plan and recommended starting stock and growth plan (Branch / District / Specialty / Region approach)Coordinate with Marketing group to support marketing the products and a comprehensive launch/promotion plan for products including Solutions Guides and Sales SheetsCoordinate product, application, sales, and safety training plan with Safety and Training DepartmentsCoordinate with Operations on Maintenance and Repair requirements and system set-upCreate and manage to Metrics for the products to include Dollar Utilization, ROI, M&R Targets, TCO, fleet size, and fleet growthDevelop life cycle management plan that includes Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and Disposal strategyEstablish and coordinate data management structure for the products including Product hierarchy, Cat Class, description, search words, etc.In collaboration with the Fleet, Operations and Pricing Teams, develop and coordinate the rental rate strategy for the products; selling price for sales and accessoriesFleet Management: Assist in annual and special project fleet planning and budgetingSupport field operations in new openings and fleet launches for assigned productsSupport colleagues (fellow Fleet Solutions Managers, Operations Management, Finance, IT, Accounting, etc.) in all related Fleet projects and initiativesRequirementsBachelor's degree or equivalent, MBA preferredPreferred Professional Qualifications include CPSM, CIPS, 6Sigma5 plus years of fleet management or sourcing experience with a Fortune 500 company, or top 50 equipment rental companyPower Generation, HVAC and Pumps rental or sourcing experience preferredExperience in identifying cost reduction and process improvement projects within the supply chainExperience managing multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication, organizing/time management and problem-solving skillsSkillsExcellent interpersonal skills, strong communication skills both written and verbalKnowledge of sourcing or category management processes, global sourcing experience preferredProficiency in Excel and PowerPointResults orientated, excellent analytical, process and problem-solving skillsTeam player with initiative and a positive attitudeReq #: 61921Pay Range: $105,000 to $120,000Please be advised that the actual salary offered for any position is subject to the company's sole discretion and may be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, location, and overall fit for the role.Herc Rentals values its employees and provides excellent compensation and benefits packages which are not limited to the following.Keeping You HealthyMedical, Dental, and Vision CoverageLife and disability insuranceFlex spending and health savings accountsVirtual Health Visits24 Hour Nurse LineHealthy Pregnancy ProgramTobacco Cessation ProgramWeight Loss ProgramBuilding Your Financial Future401(k) plan with company matchEmployee Stock Purchase ProgramLife & Work HarmonyPaid Time Off (Holidays, Vacations, Sick Days)Paid parental leaveMilitary leave & support for those in the National Guard and ReservesEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Adoption Assistance Reimbursement ProgramTuition Reimbursement ProgramAuto & Home Insurance DiscountsProtecting You & Your FamilyCompany Paid Life InsuranceSupplemental Life InsuranceAccidental Death & Dismemberment InsuranceCompany Paid Disability InsuranceSupplemental Disability InsuranceGroup Legal PlanCritical Illness InsuranceAccident InsuranceHerc does not discriminate in employment based on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, political affiliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.Nearest Major Market: Fort MyersNearest Secondary Market: Cape Coral