Senior Digital Product Owner – Rental Data

Caterpillar Inc.

Senior Product Owner shaping Caterpillar’s rental data model and dealer integrations. Connecting rental operations, engineering, analytics, and enterprise digital products through governed data.

Posted 8/13/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $112,710 - $183,140 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Rental Data Model strategy, data analysis, and integration within cross-functional teams. Proficient in SQL, data validation, and analytics tools to drive business solutions and enhance data quality across enterprise platforms.

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SQL ProficiencyData ValidationAnalytics Tools ExperienceBusiness Analysis TechniquesProduct Management Certification

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisData ReconciliationRoot Cause AnalysisData ModelingBusiness Rules DefinitionSoftware Problem ResolutionCross-System TroubleshootingData Quality AssuranceAPIs FamiliarityDigital Platform Knowledge

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationInformed JudgmentCollaborationStakeholder EngagementProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Power BITableauDatabricksSnowflakeAzure Data Explorer

Certifications & Qualifications

CSPO Certification

Industry Keywords

Equipment RentalDealer OperationsConstruction EquipmentRental Lifecycle ProcessesFleet Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudSQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and evolve the Rental Data Model strategy across Caterpillar and dealer networks
Bridge rental business stakeholders and engineering teams, translating business requirements into scalable digital solutions
Define and prioritize the product roadmap and backlog for rental data and dealer integration capabilities
Establish common definitions, standards, and business rules for rental entities including equipment, customers, contracts, rates, invoices, jobsites, and fleet operations
Drive alignment on how rental data is captured, interpreted, and utilized throughout the digital ecosystem
Lead dealer onboarding and integration initiatives
Identify business challenges, operational inefficiencies, and data gaps and define value-creating solutions
Analyze rental, customer, equipment, and dealer data to identify trends, opportunities, quality issues, and integration gaps
Use data and analytics to validate requirements, investigate production issues, support decisions, and measure outcomes
Partner with engineering teams on rental context, requirements, solution design, and decision-making
Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and architects on data requirements, standards, and governance
Validate data accuracy and integrity through data analysis, reconciliation, and root cause investigations
Ensure data quality, consistency, and reliability across dealer systems and enterprise platforms
Collaborate with product, analytics, and business teams to align the Rental Data Model with strategic objectives
Advocate for rental business priorities throughout product development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Knowledge of business analysis tasks, techniques, and tools for identifying business needs and recommending stakeholder-value solutions
Knowledge of decision-making processes and ability to analyze situations using informed judgment
Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques
Knowledge of strategies, practices, and tools for resolving software problems
Knowledge of software product business operations, install base, current uses, future plans, and product vision
Experience in cross-functional environments involving business stakeholders, engineering teams, data teams, and external partners
Experience with complex datasets and data models, including validation of accuracy, completeness, and consistency
Proficiency in SQL and relational databases, data warehouses, or cloud-based data platforms
Experience with analytics and reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Databricks, Snowflake, or Azure Data Explorer
Experience with data validation, root cause analysis, data reconciliation, and cross-system troubleshooting
Familiarity with APIs, system integrations, and data exchange concepts
Knowledge of data-driven products and digital platforms
Experience in equipment rental, dealer operations, construction equipment, or related domains
Understanding of rental lifecycle processes including fleet management, reservations, contracts, billing, invoicing, equipment utilization, and customer operations
Experience defining business rules, data concepts, and process standards for enterprise-scale digital products
Experience leading dealer-facing initiatives, business process transformation, or enterprise integration programs
CSPO or similar Product Management certification preferred
Visa sponsorship is not available
Successful completion of a drug screen required as a condition of employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
401(k) savings plans
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Health Lifestyle Programs
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
Career Development
Incentive bonus
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
Professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs