Director, Power & HVAC Product Line Management

Requirements

• Education & Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field required; MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred
• 12-15+ years of experience across product management, fleet management, capital equipment sourcing, or related roles within equipment rental, industrial, or OEM environments
• Demonstrated ownership of a product line, category, or business segment, with accountability for driving measurable improvements in performance (e.g., utilization, ROI, lifecycle cost, margin)
• Strong understanding of the construction, industrial, or power generation equipment landscape, including market dynamics, supplier capabilities, and lifecycle considerations
• Proven ability to translate strategic objectives into actionable plans and execute through cross-functional teams, particularly within a matrixed organization
• Experience leading commercial strategy and supplier engagement, including developing negotiation positions, influencing outcomes, and aligning supplier capabilities with business needs
• Solid grasp of fleet strategy and lifecycle management, including specification development, product selection, replacement timing, maintenance considerations, and disposition strategies
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data and apply insights to drive business decisions, cost improvements, and operational efficiency
• Strong influencing and communication skills, with the ability to align diverse stakeholders across Operations, Sales, Finance, Fleet, and Supply Chain, including presenting to senior leadership
• Track record of driving change and delivering results in a complex, fast-paced environment, including establishing processes, improving performance metrics, and scaling capabilities over time
• Demonstrated ability to lead through both direct and indirect structures, including influencing teams without formal authority, developing talent and organizational capability, and showing readiness to scale into formal people leadership as the function grows
• Professional certifications (CEM, CEFM, EMS, CPM) are a plus
• Travel Exp-35%
• Physical Demands:

Additional Information

Join Our Team! Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition. We pride ourselves on investing in our workforce and offer competitive benefits, as well as extensive on-the-job training for all eligible employees. As a highly successful national company, we are constantly looking for talented individuals to support our growth. If you are interested in pursuing a rewarding career, we invite you to review our opportunities! Job Description Summary Position Responsibilities: - Drive product line performance by influencing utilization, ROI, lifecycle cost, and uptime through product and supplier strategy decisions in partnership with Operations and Fleet Management - Develop, communicate, and drive execution of product line strategy across the business, translating business needs into aligned products, sourcing, and lifecycle decisions - Define and execute fleet strategies including specification, mix, replacement timing, and disposition channels - Drive continuous improvement in total cost of ownership through data analysis, benchmarking, and targeted initiatives - Lead commercial strategy and negotiations with OEMs and suppliers, including pricing, specifications, rebates, and product requirements - Translate business requirements into negotiation positions and supplier expectations, partnering with Supplier Management for contract structure and execution - Identify and implement new product and technology opportunities to enhance market competitiveness and support growth - Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Sales, Fleet, Marketing, Connected Assets, and Finance to align product strategies with field execution - Influence capital allocation decisions by ensuring alignment between fleet strategy and business priorities - Communicate clear, data-driven recommendations to senior leadership, and establish scalable product line management processes as the function evolves

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