Material Planning Manager

At Trane Technologies^TM  and through our businesses including Trane^® and Thermo King^®, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.

What’s in it for you:  

Be a part of our mission!  As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient environments, it’s our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what’s possible for a sustainable world. 

Thrive at work and at home:  

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!   
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.   
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.    
• Paid time off, including in support of volunteer and parental leave needs.      
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.    
• Learn more about our benefits here!  

Where is the work: 

This position has been designated as On-Site.  
 
What you will do:   

• The Materials Manager will be responsible for all production scheduling, materials planning, materials control, materials strategy, and all materials project initiatives.
• This position is also a key enabler of lean and continuous improvement in the plant. In addition, this position is accountable for materials department indirect labor productivity.
• Key performance indicators for this position are inventory turns, on-time shipping to requested date and/or order fill rate, and days past due.

• Act as primary point of responsibility for materials management for the site.
• Ensure optimization of all materials management activities including scheduling, purchasing, inventory control, materials movement, supplier performance measurement, and indirect materials management.
• Responsible for the implementation, support, and compliance of the Materials and SIOP standard work playbook processes and systems to facilitate the fulfillment process from production planning to material procurement and warehousing, through product shipment.
• Facilitate interaction with Sourcing, Engineering, Accounting, Marketing and Quality Assurance in support of the business’s strategic goals.
• Develop and drive countermeasures for underperforming key processes and/or material suppliers.
• Provide leadership in selecting, developing and evaluating personnel to ensure the efficient operation of materials functions and Trane Technologies’ operating goals and objectives.
• Manage suppliers, materials, and inventory in a manner consistent with the requirements of a Lean Six-Sigma manufacturing environment.
• Supports the QMS by delivering quality products and services and meeting quality objectives
• Works to consistently meet and exceed customer requirements
• Continuously strives for operational excellence and continuous improvement
• Engage in the typical responsibilities of a manager requiring planning, evaluating, organizing, integrating, and delegating.
• Organize activities & assigning jobs accordingly to the staff requirements.
• Provide required support to Global Procurement Commodity Leaders as needed during supplier selection process.
• Promote APICS certification within the facility.
• Develop and implement a professional development program for materials personnel.
• Ensure alignment of the production plan to the published SIOP consensus plan.
• Drive improved supplier relationships.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• A Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Will consider experience in lieu of a degree
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in the integrated functions of materials management in a manufacturing environment that has embraced lean concepts, MRP manufacturing practices, and progressive supplier relationships.
• A minimum of three (3) years in managerial experience focusing on standardizing planning & execution, reducing sourcing complexity, and talent development.
• Experience with rate-based or flow line (non-MRP) and job shop manufacturing environments.
• Experience in operations, inventory management, MRP and lean manufacturing processes.
• Experience with visual management systems.
• In-depth knowledge of computerized integrated information systems (manufacturing, materials management, production planning, procurement and distribution) and a superior understanding of manufacturing material flow in a plant.
• Must possess a strong customer service orientation and provide dedicated support of internal customer requirements.
• Must be a proactive change agent and possess leadership skills to build and maintain a team-oriented environment while leveraging lean methodologies.
• Must have solid interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate staff and to interact with various departments throughout the organization.
• Must be a flexible, decisive, and proactive problem solver.
• Must know how to influence bottom line results.
• Must be a strong communicator and possess strong organizational skills, with ability to work on multiple priorities at once.
• Must be able to work well in high pressure, fast-paced environment and be proficient at conflict resolution.
• Must be proficient in information technology systems utilized in Materials Management.

Compensation:   
Base Pay Range: $ 90,000 - $120,000/yr

Disclaimer: This base pay range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, geographic location where the work is performed.
 
 
Equal Employment Opportunity:   

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.