Materials Project Manager
About The Position
At Trane TechnologiesTM 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: Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient environments, it’s our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, 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. Job Summary: Trane Technologies is hiring a Materials Planning Manager in Columbia, SC. The Materials Planning Manager leads a team of Material Planners, with the responsibility of planning and scheduling the delivery of material from suppliers. This team is responsible to monitor the flows of buy items, guarantee availability of components in order to avoid material shortages and production downtime, as well as to manage inventory levels to meet our customer service and inventory targets. 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! Where is the work: On-Site 5 days in Columbia, SC.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required
- 5+ years’ experience with planner/buyer manufacturing experience
- Experience in operations, inventory management, MRP and lean manufacturing processes
- Experience with rate based or flow line (non-MRP) and job shop manufacturing environments.
- Computer proficient and experienced with visual management systems.
Responsibilities
- Manages material planning activity to ensure timely delivery of material to support production operations
- Serve as an escalation point with Material Planners when Planners are not able to resolve issues effectively
- Ensure that Planning Team is trained and effectively utilizing ERP tools and company standard work
- Act as Lean Champion for Materials Planning functions
- Perform timely, cost-conscious procurement of production/inventory/MRO items.
- From approved supplier list, recommend and select suppliers to fulfill scheduled plant deliveries.
- Ensure optimal inventory levels and safety stock are maintained for their parts
Benefits
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
