Corporate Fleet Warranty Manager

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. The ideal applicant for this role will: Have a mechanical aptitude and understand different types of maintenance on commercial vehicles (specifically chassis, body, and engine) Have a high proficiency for analyzing/mining data and creating Microsoft Excel documents as well as the utilization of other Microsoft Office Suite programs Preferably have a very broad knowledge of WM Fleet processes, procedures, and vehicles Preferred documented history in Compass of recovering $200,000 to $400,000 annually from documented WM warranty claims Hours of Operation Monday - Friday, 8AM - 5PM Central Standard Time I. Job Summary Based out of the Corporate Office, the Fleet Manager Parts/Warranty will be responsible for managing and maintaining the company's parts master providing the most efficient use of part identification and procurement compliance. This will include a renewed emphasis on replacement parts warranty and Fleet specified parts used. II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Work to improve the warranty management systems and processes. Review warranty data, understand failure modes, and develop corrective action plans for high failure rate components. Develop comprehensive cost‑effective warranties for Waste Management. Adhere to processes to help WM identify warranty opportunities within maintenance systems. Work with the technical teams and Fleet Procurement teams to develop an automated accurate asset warranty coverage profile for the WM assets. Achieve warranty‑related goals implemented by Corporate. Maintain continuous communication with OEMs, including direct submission and management of warranty claims within OEM warranty systems to ensure timely resolution and reimbursement. Train area teams on the CWP (Centralized Warranty Process) as needed and upon request, ensuring consistent understanding, compliance, and execution across the organization. Attend OEM warranty training to maintain required certifications and enable accurate submission of warranty claims on behalf of WM. Provide systemic issue analysis and purchase recommendations to the WM Director of Equipment Performance based on the consistency, responsiveness, and overall quality of warranty and goodwill support received from chassis, engine and body OEMs. III. Supervisory Responsibilities Managing your own WM Fleet Warranty portfolio, being a self‑led individual contributor. IV. Qualifications Must live and work in the US. Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree (accredited), or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and four (4) years of relevant work experience. Seven (7) to ten (10) years of previous experience (in addition to education requirement). Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements Preferred: PMI Certification. Preferred: Lean Six Sigma Experience (Green Belt or higher). Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Microsoft Office knowledge. Self‑starter with strong communication skills and ability to lead and influence others. Working financial knowledge. Process oriented team builder. V. Work Environment Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the work day. Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 30 pounds rarely. Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) rarely. Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements rarely. Normal setting for this job is: office setting. 25% Travel is required. The expected base pay range for this position across the US is $88,000 - $110,000 yearly. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. Benefits At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability, as well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401(k), and more. Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. #J-18808-Ljbffr