Senior Fleet Project Manager

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Premier Truck Rental

Company Overview
At Premier Truck Rental (PTR), we provide customized commercial fleet rentals nationwide, helping businesses get the right trucks and equipment to get the job done. Headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana, PTR is a family-owned company built on a foundation of integrity, innovation, and exceptional service. We serve a wide range of industries—including construction, utilities, and infrastructure—by delivering high-quality, ready-to-work trucks and trailers tailored to each customer's needs. At PTR, we don't just rent trucks—we partner with our customers to drive efficiency and success on every job site.

POSITION SUMMARY
The
Senior Fleet Product Manager
is a strategic leader responsible for shaping, optimizing, and innovating the company's rental fleet portfolio to maximize market share, profitability, and customer satisfaction. Acting as the business owner for assigned product lines, this role bridges customer insight, market intelligence, and operational execution to ensure the company offers the right equipment, at the right time, and at the right value.

LOCATION

• Onsite in Fort Wayne, IN (25% travel) or Fort Worth, TX (50% travel)

Compensation

• This position offers a competitive compensation package, benchmarked to regional market standards. It consists of a base salary plus the opportunity for quarterly profit sharing after one year of employment.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Fleet Strategy and Optimization:

• Market Analysis:
  Researching industry trends, customer demands, and competitor offerings to identify opportunities for fleet expansion or optimization.
• Lead market intelligence:
  Benchmark competitors, evaluate equipment trends, and forecast emerging rental categories.
• Own fleet mix and lifecycle management
  : Ensure optimal capital deployment, utilization rates, and residual value
• Pricing Strategy:
  Support the Director of Pricing with setting competitive rental rates based on market conditions, equipment demand, and cost considerations.

Product Development and Innovation:

• Identifying Needs:
  Understanding customer pain points and unmet needs to identify opportunities for new rental offerings or service enhancements.
• Developing Solutions:
  Collaborating with internal teams and external vendors to develop innovative solutions that address customer needs and differentiate the company from competitors.
• Launching Products:
  Overseeing the introduction of new rental equipment or services, including marketing, training, and sales support.

Cross-Functional Leadership & Collaboration

• Supplier Management:
  Building and maintaining relationships with equipment manufacturers and suppliers to secure favorable terms and access to the latest technologies.
• Customer Engagement:
  Gathering feedback from customers to understand their needs and identify areas for improvement.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  Working closely with sales, operations, maintenance, and other departments to ensure seamless execution of product strategies.

Performance Analysis & Continuous Improvement

• Establish and monitor KPIs:
  Rental utilization, ROI, uptime, fleet age, customer satisfaction, etc., to drive accountability and transparency.
• Data Analysis:
  Analyzing data to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for improvement in fleet management and product offerings.
• Reporting:
  Communicating performance results and recommendations to senior management.

Training, Enablement & Thought Leadership

• Act as the internal fleet expert:
  Providing training to Sales, Operations, and Field teams on product specifications and applications.
• Customer Support:
  Be an available resource to customers who have specific vehicle and equipment questions.
• Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and conferences
  as a subject matter expert in fleet innovation and rental strategy.

REQUIREMENTS
MUST HAVE

• 5+ years of experience in product management, fleet management, or business analysis within industrial, logistics, or equipment rental sectors.
• Proven ownership of full product lifecycle, from concept to retirement.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen, with experience using data to drive strategic and tactical decisions.
• Excellent organizational skills and a strong passion for customer service.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives that improved fleet utilization or revenue performance.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills at all organizational levels.
• Working knowledge of equipment specifications, operational applications, or willingness to rapidly acquire technical expertise.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize effectively, maintain a flexible schedule, and be willing to travel to trade shows across the country.

NICE TO HAVE

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.
• Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) or fleet management software.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Wellness & Fitness:
Take advantage of our on-site CrossFit-style gym, featuring a full-time personal trainer dedicated to helping you reach your fitness goals. Whether you're into group classes, virtual personal training, personalized workout plans, or nutrition coaching, we've got you covered

Exclusive Employee Perks:
PTR Swag & a Uniform/Boot Allowance, On-site Micro-Markets stocked with snacks & essentials, discounts on phone plans, supplier vehicles, mobile detailing, tools, & equipment…and much more

Positions with incentives (Commissions, or Bonuses, or Profit Sharing):
At PTR, we believe in rewarding success, whether you are in sales earning commissions, or in service and earning profit sharing. Not every position has commission or profit sharing, so ask your recruiter about these amazing incentives.

Comprehensive Benefits—Starting Day One:

Premium healthcare coverage
(medical, dental, vision, mental health & virtual healthcare)

401(k) matching
& long-term financial planning

Paid time off that lets you recharge

Life, accidental death, and disability coverage

Ongoing learning & development opportunities

Training, Growth & Recognition
We partner with Predictive Index assessment tool that helps identify a candidate's natural behavioral drives, such as dominance, extraversion, patient, and formality. It's used in recruiting and throughout the life cycle of an employee to support employee development and engagement.

Culture & Connection—More Than Just a Job
At PTR, we don't just build relationships with our customers—we build them with each other. Our tech-forward, highly collaborative culture is rooted in our core values. Connect and engage through:

PTR Field Days & Team Events

The Extra Mile Recognition Program

PTR Text Alerts & Open Communication
Premier Truck Rental Is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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