Head of Business Strategy

Strategic Sourcing Manager

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 609 locations and has about 9,700 employees in North America as of March 31, 2026.

The Strategic Sourcing Manager's primary responsibility is to proactively source and centrally manage all activities related to assigned commodity categories. The main objective of this position is to negotiate the procurement of goods and/or services by properly balancing considerations of price, quality, and service while continually seeking opportunities to aggregate spend and drive deeper discounts to maximize financial impact.

Heavy emphasis is placed on the strategic sourcing of equipment parts, fuel (gasoline, diesel, and biodiesel), oil/lubricants, and environmental services. Additional commodity categories include office furniture (indoor and outdoor), carpeting, and mats. Contract Administration - Draft, develop, review, and negotiate global, national, regional, and local supplier agreements. Liaise with stakeholders, suppliers, and the legal department to fully execute agreements.

E-Procurement - Develop e-forms and online catalogs to drive contract compliance and improve purchasing efficiency.

Policy and Procedure Compliance - Ensure all procurement activities adhere to established company policies and procedures.

Vendor Relationship Management - Conduct strategic supplier performance reviews to ensure KPIs are met. Program Communication - Communicate procurement programs to maximize compliance with preferred agreements. Program Implementation - Lead cross-functional teams to ensure effective program rollout across multiple divisions to meet company objectives and customer requirements.

Develop staff through training and front-line exposure to business operations.

System Training - Provide training on the automated purchase order system to the procurement department and other internal stakeholders. Serve as liaison with Accounts Payable and IT to address system-related issues.

Fuel Bidding Program Management - Maintain and train vendors on the use of the internet-based fuel bidding program that enables field users to quickly identify fuel vendors and pricing to fulfill fuel requirements. 10 years of procurement experience across various goods and services, preferably within a services-related or heavy equipment industry.

Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret market data, cost models, and supplier performance metrics.

Excellent communication and writing ability, including the capacity to present complex sourcing strategies to senior leadership.

Strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and work independently to meet objectives under aggressive timelines.

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Life and disability insurance

Flex spending and health savings accounts

Virtual Health Visits

Building Your Financial Future

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacations, Sick Days)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Auto & Home Insurance Discounts

Company Paid Life Insurance

Supplemental Life Insurance

Company Paid Disability Insurance

Supplemental Disability Insurance

Group Legal Plan

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.

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