Material Project Manager

At Trane Technologies® we Challenge Possible. Our brands – including Trane® and Thermo King®  - create access to cooling and comfort in buildings and homes, transport and protect food and perishables, connect customers to elevated performance with less environmental impact, dramatically reduce energy demands and carbon emissions, and innovate with a better world in mind. We boldly challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world.

Job Summary：
Lead and provide support to material project teams resulting in change management activities within NPD, VAVE, Materials Functional Projects, Productivity, etc as assigned.  Assist in the execution of change management projects and process improvements from the design/scoping phase through launch. In addition, coordinate implementation of initiatives and solutions as governed by the BOS (Business Operating System) and/or plant materials strategies.  Assist in the set-up of new items on the factory floor for material flow, material infrastructure.

Responsibilities: 

• Develop solutions during change management programs for delivery of required parts to and from production areas (WHM, Supermarket, Tugger delivery routes)

• Assist in set up new items on PFEP per the guidelines at the site

• Implement visual management systems (6S, standard work, WMS locations, etc) in support of assigned change management projects

• Support change management project teams to develop project deliverables, resources required, detailed implementation actions, and launch containment plans.

• Ensure compliance to BOS (Business Operating System) during change management phases and recommend modifications where needed.

• Ensure compliance to safety regulations and procedures are implemented during project phase

• Provide training to material replenishment operators as assigned during launch transition phase

• Develop supplier capabilities and assist in supplier set ups and transitions

• Manage PIV fleet requirements and needs

• Implement manufacturing technologies such as RFID, pick to light, VGV (vision guided vehicles)

• Coach and drive projects that improve all aspects of the materials organization

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 5 years minimum planner/buyer/inventory/shipping manufacturing experience required.

• APICS (CPIM) certification preferred

• Considerable knowledge of industry related supply base.

• Skilled in production and supplier scheduling.

• Knowledgeable of supplier processes and capabilities.

• Able to provide direction and training to peers as needed.

• Computer proficient with ERP

• 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.

• Experience with 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.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs that help our employees thrive in both their professional and personal lives. We are proud of our winning culture which is inclusive and respectful at its core. We share passion for serving customers, caring for others, and boldly challenging what’s possible for a sustainable world.

We are committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.