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: *  

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. 

As Footprint Program Manager, you will be responsible for the development and deployment of processes as it relates to new market entries, relocations, expansions, lease renewals, and conversions. Your key strategic programs will drive cross business unit linkage, and bridge internal channels that result in a positive impact on Customer Satisfaction, Revenue, and Productivity.

*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:

  Hybrid out of Davidson NC, La Crosse WI, Atlanta GA or St. Louis MO

This position has been designated as a Hybrid work schedule with work performed onsite 3 days each week. _ _

*What you will do:  *  

• Develop new and expanded processes that are aligned with the strategic direction of Trane Technologies businesses and focus on standardization and optimization across the Americas, requiring collaboration with Corporate Real Estate, Retail Planning, Category Management, IT, Security, EHS, Marketing and the product fulfillment teams

• Gather requirements from the key stakeholders and drive a plan to execute new footprint projects including expansion, remodeling, and new sites supporting the Supply business

• Oversee the initiating, planning, scheduling, budgeting, completion, and overall performance of large complex projects that cut across functional or business boundaries

• Manage multiple key stakeholders simultaneously to keep them updated real-time on critical risk and provide timely information to the executive team on status and issues requiring management of change

• Manage processes through the Project Stage-Gate process (or similar rigor) including process development, implementation, pilot program/project implementation, alignment of territory and cross-sector support and sponsorship, and establishing program team to assure timely, accurate, and thorough deliverables

• Assist with Developing the business case and metrics to measure project results and quantify short-term/long-term growth potential and profitability

• Establish critical project requirements and expectations to ensure completed program meets business needs and delivers desired business productivity improvements while maximizing customer satisfaction

• Manage project deployment process and all components required such as communications plans, pilot plans, deployment plans, control plans, and post project support

• Maintain strong communications with local teams and prioritize action necessary to meet timeline goals, improve support, and address opportunities that may delay timely project completion

• Implement best practice strategies that benefit multiple Trane Technologies businesses and align with the long-range plan

What you will bring:  

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 4 years’ experience in program management/ business development, and/or Six Sigma Process Improvement required.

Training in Six Sigma / Lean required; Certification at Green Belt or Black Belt preferred.

Must be able to travel (50%)

Key Competencies and Success Factors:

• Strong understanding and experience in logistics engineering including determining footprint requirements, physical layout and regulatory requirements, and understanding flow from the inbound dock to the customer

• Strong understanding of the commercial/industrial real estate market required

• Ability to integrate business goals and deliverables into the project scope and develop metrics to track progress

• Ability to meet short and long-term deadlines with little supervision

• Understands and integrates appropriate project management tools and processes.

Employs strong organizational skills, takes initiative, and delegates appropriately

• Effective capability to meet the needs, and earn the confidence of internal and external customers

• Ability to master basic and advanced Lean Six Sigma tools and methods; and deploy the techniques and tools to assigned projects

• Ability to thrive in a team environment and effectively communicate in a matrix organization.

Compensation: *  *  

Base Pay Range: $120,000 - $159,000 Total compensation will include an incentive.

Total compensation for this role will include a commission/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.