Global Asset Manager - Trailers (m/v/x)
€70,000 - €95,000 per year
Key Skills
Job Description
We are TIP Group – proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work® – and we are looking for a motivated Global Asset Manager - Trailers to join our team.
As one of Europe’s leading equipment service providers across 17 countries, TIP Trailer Services manages a world-class fleet driven by strategic asset optimization. In this role, you will be the proactive key linking pin to maximize fleet utilization and unlock the highest possible portfolio profitability.
Asset Management is a core activity for the business, making sure TIP is making the best investment decisions on asset types and volumes, maintaining the asset holding periods before disposal and monitoring and updating the residual value policies. The core responsibility is to increase asset profitability by optimizing the portfolio. Driving the highest possible utilization is the core KPI to monitor and manage. The goal of asset management is to become more proactive and take opportunities with Asset Management as the key linking pin to manage the entire fleet in the most optimal way. There is an opportunity here to optimize the current fleet and stimulate efficiency.
Global Asset Management is based in our HQ in Amsterdam and will work in close cooperation and agreement with the regional teams and headquarters departments to develop asset management strategies and deploy tactical plans to realize TIP's vision and objectives. The Global Asset Manager will report to the Global Equipment Director at HQ in Amsterdam.
What you will be doing
✔️ Develop capex and spec capex (pre-buy) planning for fleet with regions and monitor the execution and reporting the progress of the capex plan and spec capex plans.
✔️ Run the RVC meetings, suggest and execute on changes in residual values.
✔️ Optimize the holding period strategy per asset type, advising on fleet procurement and disposal plans.
✔️ Pro-actively challenge regions and propose solutions to increase utilization of the fleet. (defleet, refurb, push pull etc).
✔️Focus on asset management through analysis on:
Portfolio performance, by Trailer asset type by geography.
Optimal capex allocation planning.
Capacity utilization of the current Trailer fleet
✔️Perform distressed assets reporting / impairment test.
✔️Monitor accuracy of depreciation and net book value of the fleet.
✔️ Lead the annual fleet valuation exercise needed for funders and other stakeholders.
Skills and experience
✔️Bsc/Msc degree with a business focus (business administration, finance, marketing, etc.).
✔️Work experience, in a multinational asset management organization in the commercial vehicle, rental or leasing industry.
✔️Proven strategic vision & analytical skills with the ability to provide guiding and able to translate strategies and business priorities into actionable plans.
✔️Flexible, resourceful and someone who takes initiatives with a solution based approach to opportunities/issues.
✔️Ability to communicate at all levels in a multi-cultural matrix organization with outstanding interpersonal skills.
✔️Fluent in English, additional languages such as German is preferred.
✔️A proactive mindset and a strong sense of ownership in your work
✔️A good sense of humor – we work hard, but we love to laugh too
Why TIP?
Because culture is not a poster on the wall, but something you should feel every day. We are good at what we do and put people first. We invest in your growth, value your voice, and truly care about our team. We don’t just say we are a Great Place to Work® – we prove it. IT’S HOW WE ROLL.
✅ A great salary
✅ Growth and development opportunities—with us, you can keep growing.
Core Responsibilities
The Global Asset Manager will develop and execute strategic capex and fleet optimization plans to maximize portfolio profitability. They will monitor fleet utilization, manage residual value policies, and coordinate with regional teams to ensure efficient asset lifecycle management.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor or Master degree in a business-related field and possess professional experience in asset management within the commercial vehicle, rental, or leasing sectors. Strong analytical skills, strategic vision, and the ability to communicate effectively in a multi-cultural matrix organization are required.
Benefits
- Great Place to Work certified environment
- Competitive salary
- Growth and development opportunities
About TIP GROUP
Industry: Truck Transportation
Company size: 1,001-5,000 employees
TIP Group is one of Europe's leading equipment services providers. We specialise in truck and trailer leasing, rental, maintenance and repair, as well as other value added services such as digital solutions and second-hand equipment. We serve transportation and logistics customers, along with clients in the waste and water, construction, manufacturing, retail and e-commerce, and other diversified industrial sectors. Customers value TIP not only for our equipment but also for the expertise and support that help them stay competitive in a fast-changing industry. Our lease and rentals can be combined with a range of services including maintenance and repair, damage repair, fleet management and telematics, providing our customers with even more value. Whether you run one trailer or operate a large fleet located across multiple European countries, the ability to plan and control your operating costs is essential to any business. Our TIP service plan provides total peace of mind, by offering a range of maintenance and repair options at pre-determined, transparent and competitive prices. In 2025, we're proud to be a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company in all 11 countries where we participated in the survey!