Manager, Fleet Finance

Founded in 1898 and headquartered in Chicago, IL, GATX Corporation (NYSE: GATX) is an industry leader with 125+ years of success—success that is powered by our people. We are proud of our high-performance culture, hard-working and enthusiastic management team, and beautiful office space in the Willis Tower.

At GATX, we hire the best and offer our employees a dynamic, energetic, collaborative environment to enable them to make an impact from day one. Enjoy the perks and benefits of a global company with the close-knit culture and community of a much smaller one. In the same way we strive to empower our customers to propel the world forward, we are dedicated to providing our people with the tools and resources they need to advance in their careers.

The Manager, Fleet Finance, internally known as Manager, Fleet Portfolio Administration position is responsible for managing and leading efforts across GATX’s Rail North America (“RNA”) owned and managed fleets. Working with various groups within the GATX corporate team, the incumbent will lead efforts surrounding managed assets, corporate reporting, cross functional projects between RNA and internal/external stakeholders, as well as developing and executing strategies around divestitures and acquisitions within GATX’s owned and managed railcar fleets. The position works closely with the Fleet Portfolio Management (“FPM”), Structured Finance, Investment Analysis, Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, Commercial and Legal Teams.

• Support the administration and performance management of owned and managed asset portfolios.
• Coordinate and maintain operational, financial, and portfolio reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead or support cross-functional projects involving multiple business units and strategic partners.
• Collaborate with finance, commercial, operations, legal, engineering, and other teams to support business objectives.
• Analyze portfolio performance and develop recommendations to improve business outcomes.
• Support acquisition, disposition, investment, and asset optimization initiatives.
• Assist with forecasting, planning, budgeting, and business performance reviews.
• Manage documentation, governance processes, approvals, and stakeholder communications.
• Develop presentations, reports, and materials for leadership, business partners, and governance committees.
• Monitor market trends, customer activity, and industry developments to support decision-making.
• Contribute to process improvement efforts and system enhancement initiatives.
• Serve as a key liaison between internal teams, external partners, and asset owners.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Operations, or a related field.
• MBA or other advanced business degree is preferred.
• Experience managing projects, portfolios, assets, operations, finance, or business processes.
• Ability to analyze information and provide recommendations to support business decisions.
• Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working across multiple functions and collaborating with diverse teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of lease structuring and accounting, other deal experience.
• Strong presentation and communication skills, with a focus on detail and reporting metrics.
• Rail knowledge is a plus.

 Other

• Travel requirements are flexible and will evolve as the individual defines his or her approach to the role.  
• Minimal travel to maintenance facilities and industry committee meetings will be required.
• This position is based in the Chicago Corporate office and considered hybrid with 60% in office attendance required.