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Trane Technologies Procurement Program Project Manager in Grand Rapids, Michigan
At Trane Technologies TM and through our businesses including Trane ® and Thermo King ® , we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.
What's in it for you:
Procurement Program Project Manager is responsible for and will lead multiple Procurement programs and projects, working with cross-functional teams and deploying standard work to build and execute projects for productivity, large scale initiatives, and continuous improvements. This role’s primary focus will be in support of leading projects for the procurement organization while also executing the procurement function as part of those projects. Responsible for monitoring active projects, updating status, eliminating roadblocks, and escalating issues as appropriate. Identify gaps to goals and collaboratively develop and support countermeasures and activities to close the gap and exceed target metrics. Work to align strategies between commodity management and local business unit to ensure supply chain optimization.
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, including in support of volunteer and parental leave needs.
Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support .
Learn more about our benefits here (https://careers.tranetechnologies.com/global/en/benefits) !
Where is the work: This position is eligible for a Hybrid work schedule (3 or more days onsite a week) and will be based out of our Grand Rapids, MI location.
What you will do :
Coordinate with commodity teams, materials, operations, engineering, finance, quality, and field operations to complete projects and achieve expected benefits within project timeline.
Lead and support gate reviews communicating sourcing requirements, supplier decisions, supply chain risk, cost considerations, supply agreements, project timelines, etc.
Monitor active projects, updating status, eliminating roadblocks, and escalating issues as appropriate.
Identify gaps to goals and collaboratively develop and support countermeasures and activities to close the gap and exceed targeted metrics.
Work to align project deliverables to commodity strategies and business unit goals.
Evaluate Trane technologies business needs against supplier capabilities in order to select the preferred suppliers who meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements; leverage commercial knowledge to navigate and manage supplier relationships and contracts.
Work with category managers to ensure supply agreements are in place to support new business.
What you will bring :
BA/BS/ME degree in business or engineering with a minimum of 5 years of previous work experience in a diversified industrial company in the areas of procurement, engineering, project management, quality, finance and/or operations.
Strong Analytic experience
2+ years of procurement and project management experience preferred
Demonstrated ability for independent thinking and multi-tasking. Proven ability to plan proactively, anticipate issues and have excellent problem resolution records with little or no input or assistance. Excellent follow-through. Proficiency in computer applications including industry-related software and tools.
Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong influencing and negotiating skills across organization. Possess strong interpersonal skills. Ability to lead, develop and motivate suppliers and cross-functional team.
Experience in supplier development, materials management, project management, and/or supplier quality a plus.
Must be a strategic thinker and have demonstrated experience driving strategies
Microsoft Project Expertise or similar systems as well as Oracle a plus
Ability to travel 25%-50%
Hybrid work environment available. Geographic proximity to Grand Rapids, MI required
Base Pay Range: $72000 - $125000/year; Total compensation for this role will include an incentive plan.
Disclaimer: This base pay range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, geographic location where the work is performed
Equal Employment Opportunity:
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.