Jeanine Sanders, POPM, CSPO
Jeanine Sanders, POPM, CSPO, is a Certified Digital Product Manager and Product Owner based in Conyers, Georgia, with over fifteen years of experience in Information Technology. She currently works at Carrier, where she manages digital products focused on end-to-end visibility and optimization for temperature-controlled and mixed fleet logistics. In her role, she leads initiatives within Carrier’s Lynx Fleet portfolio, helping deliver real-time monitoring and operational efficiency across global cold-chain transportation systems.
Throughout her career, Jeanine has held progressive roles in product management, product ownership, business analysis, and quality assurance, beginning her career in IT in 1997 as a developer. She has worked across multiple industries including cold-chain logistics, banking, telecommunications, entertainment, public health, retail, and airlines, supporting Fortune 500 companies and enterprise-level transformation programs. Her expertise includes Agile product delivery, SDLC, requirements gathering, program management, and business process improvement.
Jeanine is recognized for her leadership in launching impactful digital solutions, including a global mobile platform for real-time temperature monitoring and fleet optimization. She is also an advocate for Agile methodologies and cross-functional collaboration, having led Scrum teams and product launches that improved operational visibility and efficiency across multiple regions. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Shorter University and multiple SAFe® certifications, reflecting her commitment to continuous learning and professional excellence in product management.
• Certified SAFe® 4 Product Owner/Product Manager
• Shorter University - BBA
• Cum Laude
• International Institute of Business Analysis
• SAFe
• Emory Breast Cancer 5K fundraising
• Ahmaud Arbery
• Atlanta Mission
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to being goal-driven, maintaining a strong eagerness to learn, practicing effective time management, and continuously investing in my professional development through ongoing education.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is not to be intimidated by others, to confidently voice my opinions, and to ensure my perspective is heard. It has also taught me to trust in my abilities, remain self-assured, and approach every situation with confidence in my own value and contributions.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
The advice I would give to young women entering my industry is to seek out opportunities to be both a mentor and a mentee, as growth comes from shared knowledge and experience. I would also emphasize the importance of being a good listener, staying open to learning from others, and contributing positively to your team environment. When you bring positivity, collaboration, and support to those around you, it naturally comes back to you in the form of stronger relationships and professional growth.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest opportunities in my field right now is the ability to expand outreach to more businesses and better support their Carrier and refrigeration needs. As industries continue to evolve, there is growing demand for efficient, reliable, and sustainable systems, and this creates a strong opportunity to deliver value through improved service, solutions, and long-term partnerships.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values that are most important to me in both my work and personal life are kindness and respect toward others, a strong work ethic rooted in hard work and determination, and a commitment to always learning. I believe these principles guide how I show up every day, help me build meaningful relationships, and support continuous personal and professional growth.
Locations
Carrier
Conyers, GA 30012