Strategic Procurement Project Lead (NPD & Cross-Functional)

Trane Technologies; Davidson (NC); On-site; USD 76,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match up to 6%

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Trane Technologies is seeking a seasoned Project Manager in procurement for HVAC/NPD initiatives. You will lead multiple cross-functional procurement projects, aligning with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing to deliver planned outcomes and continuous improvement.

Responsibility includes supplier evaluation, chartering projects, and driving cost and delivery improvements. Bring 5+ years of PM experience in industrial settings, strong communication, and the ability to travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• 5+ years of project management experience in an industrial or HVAC/manufacturer setting.
• Experience in plant/manufacturing environments preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication; strong influencing/negotiating skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple procurement projects using standard work to build and execute implementation plans for NPD projects and source change programs.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to monitor progress and remove roadblocks.
• Align procurement strategies with Operations, Engineering, and Marketing to ensure supply continuity.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities to select partners meeting quality, cost, and delivery requirements; manage supplier relationships and contracts.
• Lead cross-functional gate reviews ensuring resources are allocated to projects.
• Travel up to 25%.

Skills

Project management

Procurement

Cross-functional teams

Supplier management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Trane Technologies is seeking a seasoned Project Manager in procurement for HVAC/NPD initiatives. You will lead multiple cross-functional procurement projects, aligning with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing to deliver planned outcomes and continuous improvement.

Responsibility includes supplier evaluation, chartering projects, and driving cost and delivery improvements. Bring 5+ years of PM experience in industrial settings, strong communication, and the ability to travel up to 25%.