Material/Inventory Analyst

Trane Technologies plc; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 56,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match

Paid time off

Fertility & adoption benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

Trane Technologies, a global leader in climate solutions, seeks a Material Planner for our La Crosse, WI site. You will manage raw material and component purchasing and ensure timely delivery to support assembly operations.

The role requires collaboration across manufacturing teams and ERP-driven inventory control. The position offers competitive salary, benefits from DAY ONE, and opportunities to contribute to sustainable manufacturing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in inventory control, warehousing, or purchasing.
• Exposure to manufacturing, quality control, production planning, warehousing, or inventory control.
• Experience with major ERP platforms / manufacturing databases.
• Great written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Define delivery method for purchased raw material and components and maintain inventory levels.
• Partner with material planning, scheduling, engineering, quality, finance and assembly operations.
• Resolve problems related to receiving, putaway, picking, and transferring raw material and components.
• Analyze data to identify trends and opportunities in material flow.
• Support inventory management, data accuracy and operational effectiveness.
• Engage in life-cycle initiatives and supplier sourcing changes.
• Participate in lean problem-solving projects to create standard work.

Skills

Inventory control experience

Warehousing experience

Communication skills

ERP systems familiarity

Tools

ERP platforms

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: On-Site (5 days)

As a Material Planner with Trane Technologies in our La Crosse location we will call on you to collaborate with other manufacturing teams to solve problems, and to improve processes and key metrics. Your crucial responsibility will be to manage raw material and component purchases and to ensure their timely delivery to the plant in support of assembly operations.

What you will do:

• Define delivery method for purchased raw material and components by category and maintain accurate inventory levels to support production requirements.
• Active partnership with material planning, scheduling, engineering, quality, finance and assembly operations.
• Resolve problems related to receiving, putaway, picking, and transferring raw material and components.
• Ability to analyze and quantify raw data and evaluate for trends and opportunities.
• Support inventory management, data accuracy and operational effectiveness.
• Engage in product life-cycle initiatives associated with design modifications, value-engineering and supplier sourcing changes.
• Participate in lean problem-solving projects and events to create sustainable standard work.

What you will bring:

• Previous experience in inventory control, warehousing, or purchasing.
• Exposure to manufacturing, quality control, production planning, warehousing, or inventory control.
• Experience with major ERP platforms / manufacturing databases.
• Great written and verbal communication skills – you'll be interacting with multiple teams everyday through multiple communication channels.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range

$56,300.00 - $80,255.00 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.
• Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations

Safety Sensitive Role: Yes 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.

Learn more about building a career with us.

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]