Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.

Program Manager-Product Development

Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.$85K — $117K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • College degree or equivalent experience required.
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in marketing, sales, product development, or a similar field.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience with project management and cross-functional teams.
  • Extensive proficiency with MS Office products and project management tools.
  • Ability to multi-task and work under tight deadlines is essential.
  • Capable of engaging with all management levels and operating independently.
  • Travel availability of 20% of the year is required.
  • Equipment rental industry experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Define and execute new product development projects from conception to commercialization.
  • Manage and communicate project deliverables using the Stage Gate process.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to clarify product and project expectations.
  • Maintain and share project status, metrics, and risks with leadership.
  • Validate new products in real-world applications with OEMs and customers.
  • Lead stage-gate presentations in coordination with the Product Line Team.
  • Conduct Voice of the Customer activities to resolve user pain points.
  • Identify market strategies for growth and product innovation.

Benefits

  • Health, Dental, and Vision plans.
  • 401(k) Match.
  • Volunteer time off.
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
  • Accident, Life, and Travel insurance, plus flexible spending options.
  • Tuition Reimbursement Options.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Length of Service Awards.
  • 12-25 vacation days based on tenure.
  • 5 sick days, 6 holidays, 2 half days, 2 floating holidays, 1 inclusion day, and 1 volunteer day.
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary

Position Responsibilities:
• Working with internal stakeholders, define and execute new product development projects from conception through commercialization.
• Utilize the Stage Gate process to manage and communicate the deliverables and outputs of each project.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure clear definition of product and project requirements and objectives.
• Maintain and communicate project status (metrics, risks, etc.) to stakeholders and executive leadership
• Work with OEM's, internal team members, and customers to validate and monitor new products and technologies in real-world applications.
• Work closely with internal and external Subject Matter experts to spearhead acceleration of new product and technology identification and development.
• In conjunction with Product Line Team, lead project stage-gate presentations to stakeholders and executive team.
• Conduct Voice of the Customer activities with end users to develop solutions to customer needs and pain points.
• Determine value propositions and positioning strategies for new products.
• Identify market segments strategies for top line growth and product innovation opportunities.

Requirements:

Education & Experience:
• College Degree or equivalent experience required
• Minimum 5 years' experience in marketing, sales, product development or other similar fields
• Demonstrated leadership experience in project management and cross functional teams
• Extensive proficiency with MS Office products and project management tools required
• Process orientated and ability to multi-task and work within short timelines required
• Must have the ability to interact with all levels of management throughout the company and must be able to work independently
• Available to travel 20% of the year.
• Equipment Rental industry experience 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. All duties must be performed according to Sunbelt's safety policies and guidelines. Reasonable accommodations may be made to comply with ADA/ADAAA.

The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to day.

Base Pay Range: $85,680.00 - 117,810.00

Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. Please visit https://www.sunbeltrentals.com/careers/ 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 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


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 service
  • 5 sick days
  • 6 holidays
  • 2 half day holidays
  • 2 floating holidays
  • 1 inclusion day
  • 1 volunteer day


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About Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.

Sunbelt Rentals is an equipment rental company that provides a range of equipment for construction, industrial, and homeowner applications. The company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina. Sunbelt Rentals has over 1,000 locations across the United States and Canada and is a subsidiary of Ashtead Group, a British equipment rental company. The company has been recognized for its safety record and commitment to sustainability.
Learn more about Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.
Size
19,000 employees
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Founded
1983

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