District Warehouse Manager

Trane Technologies; Missouri; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Trane Technologies is seeking a District Warehouse Manager to oversee warehousing responsibilities within a geographic district. This role demands leadership in warehousing operations, safety audits, and continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a collaborative environment. Hybrid work schedule with travel requirements is part of the role, making it a dynamic opportunity in a growing industry.

Benefits

Health insurance

401K match up to 8%

Paid time off for volunteer and parental leave

Tuition assistance

Holistic wellness programs

Qualifications

• 8-10 years in warehousing and distribution management required.
• Ability to coach and develop associates.
• Proven leadership in fostering a safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support warehouse operations and safety processes.
• Build relationships with peers and help in process improvement.
• Ensure inventory accuracy and compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Lean skills

Problem-solving skills

Customer service skills

Team skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Oracle

Profit 21

Microsoft Office

Job description

AtTrane TechnologiesTM and through our businesses includingTraneandThermo 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.

Job Summary:

The District Warehouse Manager provides support for all warehousing responsibilities within a geographic district. This includes residential and light commercial HVAC equipment and supply facilities.

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 benefitshere!

Where is the work:

• This position has been designated as a Hybrid work schedule with work performed onsite 3 days each week.
• 60-70% Travel required

What you will do:

• Build strong relationships and work closely with peers to influence and coach behaviors to foster a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in warehouse operations, collaborating with local leaders to refine processes and drive overall improvement.
• Interface directly with customers (internal and external), along with functional partners such as: Transportation, Inventory, Customer Service, and various leadership to ensure goal alignment and performance metrics are met.
• Facilitate warehouse safety processes, including conducting safety audits, investigating incidents, and integrating safe work practices into daily operations.
• Provide leadership and guidance to warehouse team members, including participating in performance evaluations, development, and hiring processes.
• Leverage your Lean, problem-solving, and 5S/Kaizen or Rapid Improvement Event (RIE) experience to drive continuous improvement initiatives across multiple warehouse locations.
• Utilize your expertise in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Oracle, and Prophet 21 to optimize warehouse operations and ensure seamless integration with other systems.
• Initiate, plan, and support orientation and training programs to ensure team members are well-prepared and knowledgeable.
• Assist in coordinating warehouse moves and the opening of new facilities, ensuring smooth transitions and operational readiness.
• Ensure inventory accuracy and quality by collaborating with field leadership and implementing effective inventory management practices.
• Provide assistance to stock and arrange products to optimize warehouse inventory turns and maintain organization.
• Ensure compliance with Trane standards and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor field warehouse operations, including the successful implementation of performance scorecard metrics.
• Provide other support services as needed to ensure efficient warehouse operations.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum 8 -10 years warehousing and distribution management and multi site, or large site experience
• Ability to lead and support a safe work environment.
• Lean or problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coach and develop associates and peers.
• Proven ability to follow through on commitments and details.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Team skills, both as a leader and team member.
• High level of personal initiative coupled with good planning, organizational, prioritization, and delegation skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in business and problem-solving skills (including at the consumer level.)
• Highly self-motivated, goal oriented.
• Demonstrated competence in computer usage. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows.
• Oracle and/or Profit 21experience a plus.

This role has been designated by the company as Safety Sensitive

Compensation:

Base Pay Range: $85K

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.
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.