Procurement Program Manager

Trane Italia; South Carolina; On-site; USD 86,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Trane Technologies is seeking a results-driven procurement and program leader to manage multiple cross-functional initiatives within a diversified industrial environment. The role emphasizes sourcing strategy, productivity improvements, and supplier collaboration to exceed operational and financial targets.

The candidate will partner with engineering, quality, operations, and suppliers to drive NPD, VAVE, and supplier performance initiatives while ensuring alignment with business unit

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or higher in a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, engineering, or project management.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes from ops to strategy.
• Proven ability to manage ambiguity and multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen, including forecasting and inflation reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple procurement projects across platforms, driving implementation plans.
• Partner with teams to develop charters, execution plans, and resource requirements.
• Manage active procurement initiatives including NPD, source changes, and VAVE programs.
• Coordinate with suppliers and stakeholders to meet timelines and financial goals.
• Track procurement metrics like productivity, inflation, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Identify gaps, develop countermeasures, and escalate when needed.
• Support material and quality escalations and month-end reporting.

Skills

Procurement

Supply chain

Engineering

Project management

Operations

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, finance, engineering, or related field

Tools

Excel

MS Project

PowerPoint

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)

Results-driven procurement and project leader with experience leading multiple cross-functional initiatives across complex manufacturing environments. Skilled in developing and executing project implementation plans that support procurement strategy, productivity, cost avoidance, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement. Proven ability to partner with commodity teams, engineering, quality, operations, and suppliers to drive sourcing, NPD, VAVE, resourcing, and supplier performance initiatives. Strong background in financial reporting, gap analysis, countermeasure development, and aligning business unit requirements with commodity strategies to exceed operational and financial targets.

What you will do:

• Lead multiple procurement projects across the Thermo King Trailer platform, driving implementation plans that support sourcing strategy, productivity, and continuous improvement goals.
• Partner with commodity teams and business stakeholders to develop project charters, execution plans, benefit breakdowns, and resource requirements.
• Manage active procurement initiatives involving resourcing, NPD, source changes, quality improvements, and VAVE programs.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to meet project timelines, delivery expectations, and company financial objectives.
• Track and report procurement metrics including productivity, inflation, supplier quality, on-time delivery, and risk mitigation performance.
• Identify performance gaps, develop countermeasures, remove roadblocks, and escalation issues to leadership when needed.
• Support plant material and quality escalations, MDIs, and month-end financial reporting activities.
• Align commodity strategies with business unit priorities, engineering platforms, and product management requirements.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities against business needs to support supplier selection, relationship management, and contract execution.
• Participate in productivity gate reviews and ensure cross-functional resources are aligned to deliver project milestones.
• Represent procurement in VAVE and MMR events, driving actions and ensuring follow-through across teams.

What you will Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, finance, engineering, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, engineering, project management, operations, or related functions within a diversified industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes from both operational and strategic leadership perspectives.
• Demonstrated ability to manage ambiguity, lead multiple priorities, and solve problems proactively with minimal supervision.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen, including forecasting, productivity tracking, and inflation reporting.
• Proficiency with Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint, and other business tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong influencing and negotiation capabilities.
• Proven ability to build relationships, lead teams, and collaborate effectively across functions.
• Experience in international sourcing, supplier development, supplier quality, or supply chain leadership is a plus.
• Fluent English required; Spanish preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 20%.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

$89,585.00 - $143,700.00

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.
• 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.