Analytics & Insights Manager

Sunbelt Rentals

Fort Mill (SC)

On-site

USD 113,000 - 156,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision plans

401(k) Match

Volunteer time off

Short-term and long-term disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sunbelt Rentals seeks an Analytics & Insights Manager to join its Enterprise Analytics team in Fort Mill, SC. The role starts as a hands-on IC delivering operational reporting on fleet and performance, with a clear path to leadership as the team grows.

Reporting to the Director of Enterprise Analytics, you will transform data into decisions, define KPIs, and drive data-driven storytelling across stakeholders, leveraging Databricks and Power BI. A strong methodical mindset is essential.

Qualifications

Required 5–8+ years in analytics, BI, or insights roles.
Proven track record delivering analysis that drives business outcomes.
Experience in operational environments (fleet, logistics, supply chain) preferred.

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end development of operational reporting and analysis focused on fleet and operations.
Translate complex datasets into clear, actionable insights for decisions.
Identify trends, inefficiencies, opportunities and recommend actions.
Influence outcomes through data-driven storytelling and KPI-driven reporting.
Partner with operations and cross-functional leaders to drive adoption of analytics.

Skills

Python

SQL

Analytical storytelling

Stakeholder influence

Analytical thinking

Curiosity

Education

Bachelor's degree in analytics or related field

Tools

Databricks

Power BI

Data modeling

Job description

Job Description Summary

Join Our Team! Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition. We pride ourselves on investing in our workforce and offer competitive benefits, as well as extensive on-the-job training for all eligible employees. As a highly successful national company, we are constantly looking for talented individuals to support our growth. If you are interested in pursuing a rewarding career, we invite you to review our opportunities!

Position Objective: We are seeking a highly curious and impact-driven Analytics & Insights Manager to join the Enterprise Analytics team. This role is initially a hands-on individual contributor focused on delivering high-quality operational reporting and actionable insights, with a clear path to evolve into a leadership role as the team expands. Reporting to the Director of Enterprise Analytics, this individual will play a critical role in transforming operational data into decisions, with a strong emphasis on fleet and operations performance.

Position Responsibilities

Hands-On Analytics & Insight Delivery (Primary Focus)
- Own the end-to-end development of operational reporting and analysis, with a focus on fleet and operations
- Translate complex datasets into clear, actionable insights that drive business decisions
- Proactively identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities—and recommend actions
- Move beyond reporting to influence outcomes through data-driven storytelling
Reporting Strategy & Roadmap Ownership
- Define and manage the reporting roadmap for operational analytics
- Establish KPIs, metrics, and scalable reporting frameworks
- Prioritize work based on business impact and strategic alignment
- Ensure reporting solutions are intuitive, performant, and adoption-focused
Stakeholder Partnership & Influence
- Partner closely with operations, fleet, and cross-functional leaders
- Understand how all parts of the business work together to drive strategic goals
- Act as a trusted advisor—guiding stakeholders from questions to decisions
- Drive adoption of analytics through clear communication and enablement
- Shape how the business consumes and acts on data
Data Visualization & Communication Design
- Craft compelling narratives that connect insights to business actions
- Standardize how insights are communicated across the organization
Technical Execution
- Leverage Databricks and modern data platforms to build scalable analytics solutions
- Work closely with data engineering to ensure clean, reliable, and accessible data
- Continuously improve data models, reporting performance, and usability
Future Leadership (Growth Path)
- Help define team structure, processes, and best practices as the function grows
- Mentor future team members and contribute to building analytics capability
- Transition into a player-coach role as additional resources are added

Requirements

Education & Experience
- Required Experience 5–8+ years of experience in analytics, BI, or insights-focused roles
- Proven track record of delivering analysis that drove measurable business outcomes
- Experience in operational environments (fleet, logistics, supply chain, or similar preferred)
- Knowledge of other business domains and interaction is also preferred
- Strong ability to take ambiguous problems and turn them into actionable insights
- Proficiency with Python, R, and SQL
Technical Skills
- Hands-on experience with Databricks
- Advanced proficiency in Power BI (DAX, data modeling, dashboard design)
- Strong SQL and data manipulation skills
- Experience working with large, complex datasets
Core Competencies
- Curiosity: Constantly asks “why” and seeks root causes
- Bias for Action: Focuses on insights that lead to decisions and outcomes
- Business Acumen: Understands operational drivers and connects data to impact
- Communication: Strong storytelling and stakeholder influence skills
- Ownership: Takes full accountability from problem definition through delivery
- Growth Mindset: Interested in evolving into a leadership role over time

What Success Looks Like

Reporting consistently drives action—not just visibility. Stakeholders rely on insights to make critical operational decisions. A clear and prioritized analytics roadmap is established and executed. Operational performance is more transparent, measurable, and optimized. Foundation is built for scaling the analytics team.

Physical Demands

Must be able to bend, squat, crouch and/or reach and lift up to 25 pounds or more, as required by the job. Some Sunbelt jobs may require driving for long periods of time, loading and unloading heavy equipment, performing work in extreme weather conditions including rain, wind or excessive temperatures and/or night and weekend work. All duties must be performed according to Sunbelt’s safety policies and guidelines. Reasonable accommodations may be made to comply with ADA/ADAAA. The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to day.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sunbelt Rentals is an Equal Opportunity Employer — Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran and any other protected ground

Base Pay Range

$113,342.00 - 155,845.80. Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience.

Benefits

Sunbelt also provides a comprehensive benefits package to its full-time employees. This package includes:

Health, Dental and Vision plans
401(k) Match
Volunteer time off
Short-term and long-term disability
Accident, Life and Travel insurance, as well as flexible spending
Tuition Reimbursement Options
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Length of Service Awards

You will become eligible for benefits on the first of the month following 30 days from your start date.

Paid Time Off

Sunbelt offers team members the following paid time off from work, subject to Sunbelt’s policies (unless specified in a collective bargaining agreement):