Store Team Leader

Trane Italia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Trane Technologies in Charlottesville is seeking a Store Team Leader to manage a Trane Supply Store and warehouse. You will lead customer sales associates and warehouse staff, drive performance, and oversee inventory and showroom standards to ensure customer satisfaction.

The role requires retail leadership experience, a focus on results, and the ability to coach a diverse team. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered, with on-site work five days a week.

Qualifications

• Two years supervisory experience in retail; proven sales and customer relations.
• Must be results driven, a strong team player and able to maintain high energy in challenging situations.
• Proficiency in an inventory management system or retail sales program; strong computer skills.
• Associate’s degree preferred or equivalent experience; GED/HS required.
• Candidates without a 4-year degree are encouraged to apply; prioritize practical leadership.
• Basic understanding of Lean Principles.
• Must have a valid driver’s license for at least 12 months with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Leads the team by fostering a customer-focused culture and builds relationships with key customers.
• Develops and coaches a diverse team to meet performance goals and business results.
• Develops and executes annual operating plans for the store; prepares forecasts and reports; conducts audits for financial compliance.
• Manages store operations to ensure productivity and quality; oversees inventory to support availability and reduce OSMI.
• Responsible for showroom appearance.
• Keeps up-to-date on market trends and products through self-education.
• Occasionally operates a forklift and lifts up to 50 lbs.

Skills

Customer relationships

Leadership

Sales

Inventory management

Lean principles

Driver's license

Education

Associate’s degree preferred or equivalent experience

GED or High School Diploma required

Tools

Inventory software

POS systems

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 TraneandThermo 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)

What’s in it for you:

Trane in Charlottesville is hiring a Store Team Leader for our Parts & Supply Store. As the Store Team Leader, you will be responsible for the successful management and leadership of a Trane Supply Store and warehouse facility. In this role, you will lead a team of customer sales associates, warehouse technicians and other specialty positions based on local market, product offerings and other factors. The Store Leader is responsible for the management of overall operations and sales, understanding local markets and product representation, and leading and developing the store team.

What you will do:

• Leads the team by fostering a customer-focused culture and builds strong relationships with key customers, achieved by effectively executing Trane Technologies RMX program.
• Develops and coaches strong, diverse team to achieve performance goals and business results in both warehouse and retail store.
• Develop and execute annual operating plans for store. Prepare and analyze business forecasts and reports, conduct audits and reviews to ensure business process and financial compliance.
• Manages store operations to ensure follow through, productivity and quality in standard work and processes. Oversee store inventory program to ensure inventory levels to support customer availability, and reduce OSMI (Obsolete Slow Moving Inventory). Forecast requirements and provide input to SIOP (Sales Inventory Operations Planning) process.
• Responsible for showroom appearance
• Responsible for self-continuous education to stay current on market trends and products.
• Occasionally operate a forklift and lifting up to 50lbs.

What you will bring:

• Two years supervisory experience prefer in a retail setting with proven sales experience and experience building customer relationships.
• Must be results driven, a strong team player and be able to maintain a high energy level even with challenging situations or customers.
• Proficiency in an inventory management system or retail sales program a plus along with strong computer skills.
• Associate’s (AA) degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience. GED or High School Diploma required
• Candidates without a 4-year degree are encouraged to apply; we prioritize practical experience, relevant skills, and alignment with our leadership principles.
• Basic understanding of Lean Principles
• Must possess a valid driver’s license for a minimum of 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations included, but not limited to: : DUI, Hit & Run, License Suspension, Reckless/Careless Driving or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions in the previous 3 years.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

$62,500.00 - $124,215.00

Compensation Type:

Exception Hourly

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.

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.