Associate Category Manager

IRC Trane Technologies Company LLC; Davidson (NC); On-site; USD 44,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Trane Technologies in Davidson, NC is hiring an Associate Category Manager to manage a segment of the Diversified Components category within the North America region. This role offers strong career development opportunities into Category Management and exposure to cross-functional teams across engineering, operations and procurement.

The position emphasizes supplier engagement, negotiations, and risk management, with a base salary range disclosed and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 2+ years procurement/sourcing experience.
• Ability to assess vendors and negotiate.
• Experience facilitating discussions and resolving conflicts.
• Professional written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to capture category requirements and qualify suppliers.
• Support negotiations and contract lifecycle management and ensure compliance.
• Drive category productivity through cost analysis and continuous improvement.
• Support supplier segmentation and SRM activities including quarterly reviews.
• Monitor and mitigate supplier risk across financial, capacity, quality and compliance.

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation skills

Vendor assessment

Conflict resolution

Professional communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering or related field

Job description

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, 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. Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home. We boldly go. Where is the work: Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.

What’s in it for you: Trane Technologies is hiring an Associate Category Manager in Davidson North Carolina! The Associate Category Manager will manage a segment of the Diversified Components category within the North America region. This is a fantastic opportunity for career development into Category Management.

What you will do:

• Collaboration: Identify, engage and align with internal stakeholders (engineering, operations, quality or other business partners) to capture category requirements and ensure supplier qualification and quality; Partner with business unit Procurement teams to efficiently transition suppliers as needed; Support region/sector New Product Development (NPD) Procurement teams through preferred supplier programs.


• Negotiations: Support negotiations and supplier selection; accountable for contract lifecycle management and compliance.


• Cost Management: Responsible for delivering category productivity through price, value analysis (VA) or continuous improvement projects.


• Supplier Management: Support supplier segmentation, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) and quarterly supplier reviews for all strategic suppliers within category; Ensure creation of supplier profiles for all SRM suppliers.


• Risk Management: Actively monitor and mitigate supplier risk including financial, capacity, quality, and compliance.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering or related field.


• 2+ years of procurement / sourcing experience, ex: consulting, purchasing / buyer, and/or analyst experience.


• Ability to assess vendors and demonstrated negotiating skills.


• Demonstrated experience facilitating discussions and strong conflict resolution skills.


• Professional communication; both verbal and written are required.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range: $72,611.66 - $101,394.99 Compensation Type: Salary Incentive Eligible: No Sales Commission Eligible: No Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

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 includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave. Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support. Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations. Safety Sensitive Role: No The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening. 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.

At Trane Technologies, we’re climate innovators with the courage to look at our world’s challenges and see endless opportunities. We aren’t afraid to make bold commitments that set new standards to enhance the health and well-being of our employees, customers, communities, and the planet we share. Learn more about what we do & how we do it. Joining the Trane Technologies team is more than just a job – it’s the beginning of a career full of purpose, impact, and meaningful contributions that challenge what’s possible for a more sustainable future. Together, we know we can change the world. With an inclusive culture, benefits to support you and your family, limitless opportunities to grow, flexibility to help you balance life’s demands, and more – you’ll be supported to thrive at work and at home.

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At Trane Technologies, we believe in providing equal access and opportunity for all. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to our candidates and employees who may need assistance with application or recruitment processes due to disability or impairment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at: [e-mail]