DC Transformation Change Agent

Trane Italia • Saint Peters, MO

12d • $72,612 - $101,395 • Onsite

About The Position

Trane Technologies is seeking a Distribution Center Transformation Change Agent to support distribution and warehouse operations by leading the identification, prioritization, testing, and implementation of Operational and Warehouse Management System process improvements. This role is responsible for helping accelerate business value through faster deployment of high-impact systems and process enhancements that improve safety, quality, delivery, inventory accuracy, productivity, and cost. The ideal candidate will combine operational knowledge, process improvement capability, and systems aptitude to work effectively across Distribution Center Operations, Operational Excellence, and IT. This role will help translate business needs into practical solutions, coordinate user acceptance testing, support change implementation, and drive faster realization of project benefits.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in distribution, warehouse operations, supply chain, operational excellence, business systems, or continuous improvement roles.
• Experience working with Warehouse Management Systems, warehouse processes, inventory control, or distribution operations.
• Demonstrated ability to support process improvement, project implementation, testing, or cross-functional business initiatives.
• Working knowledge of continuous improvement and problem-solving methods such as process mapping, root cause analysis, standard work, waste elimination, and structured improvement.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate process issues, interpret data, and support practical solutions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with frontline teams, supervisors, managers, and cross-functional partners.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, track actions, and support execution against timelines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; Visio or other process-mapping tools preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience participating in or coordinating user acceptance testing, process validation, SOP development, or operational rollout activities preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, industrial engineering, business, operations, information systems, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant education and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Partner with DC operations, IT, and Operational Excellence to identify, evaluate, and prioritize WMS enhancement opportunities based on business value, operational impact, and implementation readiness.
• Document current-state processes, pain points, system gaps, and future-state requirements to support effective solution design and implementation.
• Support development of business cases for process improvements, including labor productivity, service, inventory, quality, and cost impacts.
• Coordinate and support user acceptance testing (UAT) for enhancements, ensuring test scenarios reflect real operational conditions and business requirements.
• Work with site leaders, supervisors, SMEs, and system partners to validate proposed changes before deployment and reduce post-go-live disruption.
• Help develop implementation plans, training materials, standard work, and communication plans to support successful rollout and adoption of new processes and system capabilities.
• Monitor deployment progress, track issues and open items, and help drive timely resolutions to support stable implementation.
• Measure and report results of implemented changes, including delivery cycle improvements, adoption, productivity gains, quality improvements, and financial benefits.
• Support standardization of processes across the distribution network where appropriate, while aligning with site operational needs.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration between operations and IT to improve clarity of requirements, speed of decision-making, and overall execution.
• Assist with root cause analysis and continuous improvement activities related to process performance, transaction accuracy, workflow execution, and exception management.
• Support ongoing governance of enhancement pipelines, helping ensure the highest-value opportunities are progressing, and benefits are realized in a timely manner.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Holistic wellness programs with generous incentives
• 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
• Tuition assistance
• Student debt support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level