Vice President of Inventory Rental OperationsHeavy ...

About the CompanyThe company is a premier dealer of construction and forestry equipment, proudly serving customers across the Southern United States. The company fosters a high-performance culture focused on growth, integrity, and delivering value through every piece of equipment and service provided.As the company continues to expand, they are seeking a visionary and operationally focused Vice President of Inventory & Rental Operations to lead and optimize one of the most mission-critical segments of their business.About the PositionThe Vice President – Inventory & Rental Operations will work directly with the CEO and executive leadership team to oversee and optimize the financial and operational performance of the company.This role is responsible for developing and implementing inventory strategies, managing equipment lifecycle performance, overseeing machine and attachment purchases, and ensuring inventory metrics align with business goals. Additionally, the VP will oversee the rental strategy, including utilization, maintenance, and depreciation across the fleet. The position requires a data-driven leader who understands dealership operations, has deep experience in equipment inventory management, and can drive performance across multiple departments and locations.Key Responsibilities Oversee all new and used equipment purchases, rentals, and attachment inventoryManage the used equipment department, ensuring financial performance and inventory healthLead company-wide rental operations, including RPO (rental purchase option) agreementsDevelop and monitor rental metrics (utilization, ROI, maintenance, fleet age, etc.)Establish standardized and scalable inventory reporting, controls, and audit proceduresEnsure compliance with rental check-in/out procedures across all locationsCollaborate with branch managers and operations teams on inventory flow and logisticsEvaluate and manage aged inventory to accelerate turnover and improve asset performanceSupport executive leadership with business planning, OEM negotiations, and strategic reportingTrain and guide Branch Administrators, Equipment Coordinators, and Yard Specialists on inventory and rental SOPsPrepare and deliver detailed inventory and rental financial reports to the executive team Requirements Bachelor's degree required Minimum of 10+ years of progressive management experience in inventory, rental, or equipment operations Prior experience in a construction equipment dealership Experience managing P&L related to inventory and rentals Strong business acumen with the ability to analyze complex financial data and translate into operational actions Experience in equipment transport logistics and coordination is a plus Demonstrated ability to implement and enforce standardized policies and procedures Strategic mindset with operational execution focus Benefits Competitive executive compensation packagePerformance-based incentives and bonusesComprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with company matchPaid time off and holiday scheduleProfessional development and training opportunitiesOpportunity to shape and scale a mission-critical function at a growing company

Created: 2026-03-04