Build the Future with Us EquipmentShare is Hiring a Category Manager- Compressed Air

At EquipmentShare were not just filling a role were assembling the best team on the planet to build something thats never been built before. Were on a mission to transform an industry thats been stuck in the past by empowering contractors and communities through innovative technology real-time support and a team that truly cares.

Were hiring a Category Manager- Compressed Air to support our Corporate HQ in Columbia MOand were looking for someone whos ready to grow with us bring energy and drive to their work and help us build the future of position is fully remote.

As a Category Manager reporting to the VP of Fleet you will be responsible for sourcing Compressed Air Products with a multi-million dollar annual budget and managing our growing rental fleet in this important equipment category. Use your deep understanding of technical specifications and field applications to enable EquipmentShare to buy the best available products deliver them at the right time to the right place while working closely with ES service teams to maximize category products uptime and return.

Salary range: $109k-$170k. Factors including past experience and location may affect final compensation rate.

Primary Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing and Allocation: Working with the VP of Fleet develop and implement a sourcing strategy for the procurement of Compressed Air Products. Involves understanding market needs forecasting demand and aligning procurement strategies with organizational objectives. Negotiate equipment pricing and terms to ensure favorable agreements for the organization while maintaining positive supplier relationships.
• Open Order Management for all products being purchased. Manage allocation of new products to branch locations and adjusting delivery cadence as needed to optimize utilization and availability for changes in demand.

Product quality: Ensure new products ship as specified with correct branding and EquipmentShare proprietary telematics installed at the factory. Non-conforming Product investigation escalation and Product qualification.

• Technical Expertise and knowledge of field applications acting as corporate product expert in support of sales and operations staff.
• Service Support and performance monitoring: Work with EquipmentShare service team and suppliers to maximize the uptime of our Compressed Air fleet. Monitor the performance of all products within the category to identify areas for continuous improvement and fleet optimization.
• Life-cycle and asset disposition: Assist with retail opportunities as needed. Work with EquipmentShare BA team to implement life cycle best practices including end of life disposition and remanufacturing or refurbishment where appropriate.

Category Products Lines under management

• Oil flooded Diesel Air Compressors
• Oil Free Air Compressors Diesel and Electric
• Dryers and Filtration
• Desiccant Dryers
• Compressor hoses fittings filtration and tools

Why EquipmentShare

Because we do things differently and we think youll feel it from day one. Were a people-first company powered by cutting-edge technology. That means our proprietary T3 platform doesnt just run our business it also makes your job easier safer and more connected. Whether youre behind the wheel under the hood leading a branch or closing deals tech supports you and you drive us forward.

Were a team of problem-solvers go-getters and builders. And were looking for teammates who take pride in doing meaningful work and want to be part of building something special.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Full medical dental and vision coverage for full-time employees
• Generous PTO paid holidays
• 401(k) company match
• Gym membership stipend wellness programs (earn PTO and prizes!)
• Company events food truck nights and monthly team dinners
• 16 hours of paid volunteer time per year give back to the community you call home
• Career advancement leadership training and professional development opportunities

About You

You want to be part of a team thats not just changing an industry for the sake of change were transforming it to make it safer more secure and more productive. You bring grit heart and humility to your work and youre excited about the opportunity to grow within a fast-paced mission-driven environment.

Were looking for people who:

• See challenges as opportunities
• Embrace change and continuous improvement
• Bring energy effort and optimism every day

Skills & Qualifications

• Strong technical product knowledge
• Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can adapt quickly to change.
• Strong ownership mentality
• High level of integrity trust and confidentiality required.
• Negotiation and procurement experience preferred but not required

Education and Experience

• At least 10 years hands-on experience with at least 2 within Category Product lines

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and work on a computer.
• Travel required

A Workplace For All

At EquipmentShare we believe the best solutions come from a team that reflects the world around us. Our initiative A Workplace For All is rooted in the belief that we must work together to solve some of the toughest problems in construction. That means attracting developing and retaining great people from all walks of life.

We value different backgrounds talents and perspectives. We want you to feel like you belong here because you do.

EquipmentShare is an EOE M/F/D/V.

Employment is contingent on passing a background check. Additionally some roles require passing a drug test depending on the job responsibilities.