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Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with 2025 total revenues reaching approximately $4.4 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 607 locations and has about 10,000 employees in North America as of June 30, 2026.
Job Purpose
The Assistant Fleet Solutions Manager will support the Senior Fleet Solutions Manager in overseeing assigned equipment categories, suppliers, and related processes. This role serves as a critical link between fleet operations, procurement, and supplier management, ensuring that Herc Rentals maintains a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible fleet. The Assistant Manager will help manage supplier relationships, support negotiations, monitor fleet performance metrics, and assist in the execution of strategic plans for product categories.
What you will do...
- Assist in identifying and evaluating potential manufacturers and suppliers for assigned categories.
- Support the recommendation of models and specifications for the rental fleet, with a focus on safety, sustainability, and customer needs.
- Collaborate with assigned suppliers to ensure timely delivery schedules, warranty administration, and parts programs.
- Help coordinate accessory, consumable, and telematics programs to align with fleet standards.
- Partner with internal teams (Operations, Safety, Training, Marketing) to support product launches, training, and promotional initiatives.
- Contribute to the development of fleet plans, including starting stock, growth strategies, and disposal approaches.
- Assist in monitoring and reporting on fleet metrics such as utilization, ROI, maintenance targets, and total cost of ownership (TCO).
- Support annual fleet planning, budgeting, and special projects.
- Provide operational support for new branch openings and fleet launches.
- Act as a liaison between Fleet Solutions Managers and cross-functional teams (Finance, IT, Accounting) to ensure smooth execution of initiatives.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in fleet management, sourcing, or procurement; equipment rental industry experience preferred.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experience in cost reduction and process improvement initiatives.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field (MBA preferred).
Skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process-oriented mindset.
- Ability to collaborate across teams and build effective supplier relationships.
- Results-driven with initiative and a positive attitude.
Req #: 71181
Pay Range: $75,000 - $100,000
Please 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 healthy
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Life and disability insurance
Flex spending and health savings accounts
Virtual Health Visits
24 Hour Nurse Line
Healthy Pregnancy Program
Tobacco Cessation Program
Weight Loss Program
Building Your Financial Future
401(k) plan with company match
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Life & Work Harmony
Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacations, Sick Days)
Paid parental leave.
Military leave & support for those in the National Guard and Reserves
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Auto & Home Insurance Discounts
Protecting You & Your Family
Company Paid Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Company Paid Disability Insurance
Supplemental Disability Insurance
Group Legal Plan
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Herc 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.