Materials Project 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!  

Job Summary: The Material Project / Process Improvement Leader is responsible for driving transformational change through the use of Lean and Six Sigma tools within the factory. This position is expected to lead efforts to compress cycle times, improve inventory turns, improve service and reduce waste in all Materials processes. In addition, this position will regularly interface with suppliers, global procurement, operations, hourly plant personnel, engineering, finance, and plant leadership. This is the primary communication link between leadership project teams.  This Leader works with both project and leadership teams to deliver projects on schedule and on budget, identifies potential risks and develops options during the course of the project.

Where is the work: 

This position has been designated as On-Site. 

Responsibilities: 

• Lead site Rapid Improvement Events that focus on Materials Management processes
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, including ownership of material flow projects and support of engineering projects
• Develop and manage the reporting system that compares gaps to what is normal and publish explanations for variances
• Utilize six sigma and lean manufacturing tools to identify service, cash, and/or cost savings opportunities
• Work with the Materials Manager to develop and prioritize a project pipeline
• Provide materials project leadership for activities such as flow cell implementation, Supplier Transitions, VA/VE, footprint transitions
• Plan for the development of the staff by organizing training sessions
• Identify total cost and cash flow opportunities with suppliers
• Other duties may be assigned

Team Responsibilities:

• Document what is normal state and identify actions to correct abnormal conditions
• Develop, implement and drive adherence to standard work as set by the materials council across the functions
• Drive continuous improvement activities by establishing and executing a daily materials Gemba walk in all functional areas
• Lead material processes associated with new flow cell implementation, acting as key point of contact and liaison between project teams and materials teams
• Drive material operational excellence daily by identifying and improving inventory accuracy, material replenishment flow and organization through the use of Plan For Every Part (PFEP), production loading and scheduling, materials ordering, supplier management and system utilization
• Identify Productivity and implement cost reduction/productivity projects to meet the corporate initiatives. Maintain pipeline and financial records for reporting and tracking productivity

Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree required
• APICS (CPIM) certification preferred
• Considerable knowledge of industry related supply base
• Able to provide direction and training to peers as needed.
• Computer proficient with ERP
• Data access/retrieval skills with extensive experience in data analysis, data manipulation using MS Excel and/or other tools as provided.
• Basic mathematical skills
• Experience with rate based or flow line (non-MRP) and job shop manufacturing environments.
• Experience in operations, inventory management, MRP and lean manufacturing processes and visual management systems.

Key Competencies: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• In depth knowledge of computerized integrated information systems (manufacturing, materials management, production planning, procurement and distribution)
• Must be focused on bottom line results
• Must be a proactive change agent and possess leadership skills to build and maintain a team-oriented environment while leveraging lean methodologies
• Must be a flexible, decisive and proactive problem solver
• Must be able to work well in high pressure, fast-paced environment
• Must be a strong communicator
• Must be able to influence external suppliers to achieve fulfillment objectives
• Must possess a strong customer service orientation and must provide dedicated support of internal customer requirements
• Must possess strong organizational skills, with ability to work on multiple priorities at once
• Must be proficient at conflict resolution

This is a safety sensitive role.  

Compensation:  

Base Pay Range: $ 90,000 - $115,000

Total compensation for this role will include a commission/incentive plan. 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.