[Hiring] Senior Director, Product Management @Hertz

Role Description

The Senior Director, Fleet Product Management will define and lead the product strategy, roadmap, and execution for all fleet-related products and platforms across the enterprise. This leader will own the end-to-end digital and operational ecosystem that powers fleet acquisition, utilization, maintenance, disposition, telematics, and lifecycle optimization.

The role requires a unique combination of strategic thinking, technical depth, operational excellence, and executive influence. You will lead a high-performing team of product leaders and work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, data science, finance, and executive leadership to transform Hertz’s fleet into a data-driven, intelligent, and highly optimized asset.

We expect the starting salary to be around $215,000. The actual salary will be determined based on years of relevant work experience.

What You’ll Own

• Define and drive the vision, strategy, and multi-year roadmap for Hertz’s fleet product ecosystem.
• Lead the development of platforms and products that optimize fleet lifecycle management, including acquisition, allocation, utilization, maintenance, and remarketing.
• Build and scale intelligent, data-driven systems leveraging telematics, IoT, AI/ML, and predictive analytics to maximize fleet ROI.
• Partner with operations to digitize and modernize fleet workflows across thousands of locations globally.
• Establish real-time visibility and control systems for fleet health, availability, and performance.
• Drive enterprise-wide initiatives related to electrification (EVs), connected vehicles, and emerging mobility technologies.
• Own product governance, prioritization, and investment decisions across the fleet product portfolio.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and develop a team of product managers and leaders, fostering a culture of ownership, innovation, and execution excellence.
• Translate business goals into scalable product strategies and technical solutions.
• Collaborate deeply with engineering, data science, BI, finance, legal, and operations to deliver end-to-end outcomes.
• Elevate the quality of data instrumentation, analytics, and decision-making frameworks across fleet systems.
• Define and track north-star metrics such as utilization, downtime, maintenance cost, and lifecycle profitability.
• Drive alignment and secure buy-in from senior executives (VP, C-level) on key initiatives and investments.
• Identify and act on emerging trends in mobility, connected vehicles, EV infrastructure, and fleet optimization technologies.
• Balance customer experience, operational efficiency, and financial outcomes in all product decisions.

What Success Looks Like

• A fully digitized, real-time fleet platform enabling predictive and automated decision-making.
• Significant improvements in fleet utilization, cost efficiency, and asset lifecycle value.
• Scalable systems supporting global operations with consistency and flexibility.
• Strong executive alignment and clear, measurable business impact from product initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in fleet management, mobility, automotive, logistics, or transportation.
• Exposure to telematics, IoT, connected vehicles, or EV ecosystems.
• Strong background in data platforms, analytics, or AI/ML-driven products.
• Experience managing global or highly distributed operational systems.
• MBA or advanced degree in engineering, data science, or related field.

Basic Qualifications

• 12+ years of product management experience, including leading large-scale, complex product portfolios.
• Proven experience owning end-to-end product strategy, roadmap, and execution.
• Strong track record of building and scaling high-performing product teams.
• Experience working on data-intensive, operational, or platform products.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior leadership and drive cross-functional alignment.
• Deep understanding of technology architecture, trade-offs, and system design.

What You’ll Get

• Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz Rental.
• Paid Time Off.
• Medical, Dental & Vision plan options.
• Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching.
• Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance.
• Employee Assistance Program for employees & family.
• Educational Reimbursement & Discounts.
• Voluntary Insurance Programs - Pet, Legal/Identity Theft, Critical Illness.
• Perks & Discounts – Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more.