Partnership Leader (Data Centers)

CFO Trane U.S. Inc.-CFO; Davidson (NC); Remote; USD 114,000 - 236,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellness programs

Fertility coverage

Adoption assistance

401K match

Paid time off

Job summary

Trane Technologies, a world leader in sustainable climate solutions, is seeking a Data Center Partnership Leader for a remote role. You will own and drive strategic interoperability and growth through partnerships with technology partners, customers, and industry peers to create new value and revenue streams.

Define the partnership strategy, manage key alliances (e.g., NVIDIA), align roadmaps, and lead joint GTM campaigns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field; MBA preferred.
• Proven track record of identifying, structuring, negotiating, and managing complex partnerships.
• Experience in business development, strategic alliances, or corporate strategy, preferably in tech.
• Strong financial acumen and experience evaluating new business models.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills; ability to influence across levels.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the comprehensive partnership strategy for the data center business.
• Own and advance strategic alliances with key technology players, driving joint GTM campaigns.
• Identify, evaluate, and commercialize innovative business models to capture new revenue streams.
• Lead executive-level collaboration platforms and steering committees with hyperscale operators.
• Understand evolving high-density compute roadmaps to shape system offerings.
• Expand relationships with industry consortiums and standard bodies.

Skills

Partnerships

Strategic Alliances

Negotiation

Leadership

Financial Acumen

Cross-functional Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Engineering

MBA preferred

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: Virtual

The Data Center Partnership Leader will be the dedicated owner for driving strategic interoperability and growth through partnerships and new business models. This role requires a dynamic leader who can orchestrate relationships across industry peers, technology partners, and customers to create new value and revenue streams. You will be accountable for executing key partnerships and piloting new growth platforms that expand Trane's position in the data center ecosystem.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Define and execute the comprehensive partnership strategy for the data center business.
• Own and advance strategic alliances with key technology players (e.g., NVIDIA), driving the joint development of reference designs, aligning multi-generational product roadmaps, and executing joint go-to-market (GTM) campaigns.
• Identify, evaluate, and commercialize innovative business models to capture new revenue streams.
• Establish and lead executive-level collaboration platforms, steering committees, and co-innovation councils with hyperscale and colocation operators.
• Deeply understand their evolving high-density compute roadmaps to proactively shape our system offerings.
• Expand and leverage relationships with key industry consortiums and standard bodies to position the company as a thought leader in data center sustainability, energy/water efficiency (PUE/WUE), and decarbonization.
• Expand relationships with organizations focused on data center sustainability and community activation.
• Drive accountability and results across all partnership and business development OKRs.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING: (MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS)

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• Proven track record of identifying, structuring, negotiating, and successfully managing complex, high-value partnerships, joint development agreements, memorandum or understandings (MoUs) or go-to-market alliances.
• Extensive experience in business development, strategic alliances, or corporate strategy, preferably in the technology sector.
• Proven track record of negotiating and managing complex partnerships.
• Strong financial acumen and experience evaluating new business models.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to drive change and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• The ability to thrive in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment serving mission critical customers.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Engineering background in data center/high-tech design is required.
• Experience with PLC controls is a plus.
• Experience with onsite power generation and/or backup power distribution is a plus.
• Knowledge of HVAC products, components, and systems is desired.
• Strong thermal/fluid energy and/or controls background is a plus.
• Strong technical skills with a natural curiosity and enthusiasm to learn and develop new skills.
• Technically creative yet grounded in real world feasibility.
• Able to perform thorough and objective analysis.
• Able to collaborate with and influence others.
• Self‑motivated and disciplined.
• Willing and able to transfer knowledge to other groups.
• Good stand‑up skills in front of customers and the field sales force.
• Polished and professional, particularly with customers and in professional societies.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Can effectively identify key ideas and develop organized content to share those ideas across a diverse stakeholder group.
• Ability to speak and write in English.
• Able to effectively use Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range: $113,600.00 - $235,500.00 Compensation Type: Salary Incentive Eligible: Yes Sales Commission Eligible: No

Benefits

• 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.

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.

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. 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.

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