Procurement Program Manager

CFO Trane U.S. Inc.-CFO; Davidson (NC); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match up to 6%

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Trane Technologies in the United States is seeking a Project Manager for Commercial HVAC procurement and cross-functional project leadership. You will manage multiple procurement projects, collaborating with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing to implement plans and achieve cost and delivery goals.

The role requires 5+ years in industrial procurement/project management, strong communication skills, and the ability to drive supplier improvements while coordinating with centralized

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in an industrial or HVAC/manufacturing setting.
• Ability to plan proactively, anticipate issues, and document resolutions.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; strong influencing abilities.
• Experience working across engineering, procurement, and operations on large cross-functional projects.
• Knowledge of supplier development, materials management, and supplier quality is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple procurement projects with cross‑functional teams.
• Lead supplier selection, capability reviews, and risk management for NPD projects.
• Monitor project progress, update status, and remove roadblocks.
• Coordinate project charters, benefits, and resources with Centralized Procurement.
• Travel up to 25% may be required.

Skills

Project management

Cross‑functional teamwork

Communication skills

Influencing & negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

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

In this exciting role, you will be responsible for managing multiple procurement projects, working with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams using standard work to build and execute project implementation plans for New Product Development projects. Partner with Centralized Procurement to assist with projects charter, benefits, and resource requirements. Responsible for monitoring active projects, updating status, eliminating roadblocks, and escalating issues as appropriate. Investigate, coordinate and communicate project changes. Identify gaps to goals and collaboratively develop and support countermeasures and activities to close the gap and exceed targets. Support Procurement goal achievement by leading and executing supplier rationalization, quality, and delivery improvement projects. Work to align sourcing strategies between Operations, Engineering and Procurement to ensure supply continuity.

What you will do

Responsible for Commercial HVAC procurement goals and metrics including supplier review and selection for new product development projects, supplier capability reviews with Engineering, and risk management. Project manager for multiple procurement projects, working with cross‑functional teams and applying standard work to execute implementation plans for productivity, continuous improvement, and new product development (NPD) projects and source change programmes. Ensure alignment of Procurement strategies with operations, marketing and engineering platforms plans and requirements. Responsible for understanding and sharing Operations, Engineering and marketing specific strategies with Procurement. Evaluate Trane technologies business needs against supplier capabilities to select the preferred suppliers who meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements; leverage commercial knowledge to navigate and manage supplier relationships and contracts. Active participant in cross functional gate reviews ensuring that required cross‑functional resources are allocated to execute projects as outlined. Partner with Procurement to assist with projects charter, benefits, and resource requirements. Ability to travel up to 25%.

What you will bring

Bachelor’s Degree required. 5+ years of previous project management experience in an industrial or HVAC manufacturer in the areas of procurement, engineering, project management, quality, finance and/or operations. Experience working in a plant/manufacturing environment highly preferred. Demonstrated ability for independent thinking and multi‑tasking. Proven ability to plan proactively, anticipate issues and have excellent problem‑resolution records. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong influencing and negotiating skills across organisation. Possess strong interpersonal skills. Experience running large complex cross functional projects. Knowledge in supplier development, materials management, and/or supplier quality a plus.

Salary and Benefits

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range: $75,700.00 - $135,834.99 Compensation Type: Salary Incentive Eligible: Yes 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.

Benefits

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programmes 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 programmes 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.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, 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.

Accessibility

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]

Additional Information

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. That's okay! Share your skills, interests, and experience with us by building your Talent Profile to allow us to keep you in mind for future opportunities to join our team. Join us and be part of a journey to a sustainable future.