Material Planner

The Material Planner at Trane Technologies in Clarksville, TN, is responsible for maintaining accurate material supply plans and customer expedite processes. Key duties include coordinating with suppliers, managing purchase orders, monitoring supplier performance, and resolving supply issues. The role requires a bachelor’s degree or 3–5 years of relevant experience, knowledge of manufacturing and planning processes, and strong mathematical and communication skills. Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office is advantageous. The annual base salary ranges from $51,800 to $93,309.99. This is an on-site position with a focus on safety-sensitive roles, which may require additional drug screening. The company offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth. The Material Planner at Trane Technologies in Clarksville, TN, plays a vital role in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of material supply plans and customer expedite processes. This position is responsible for coordinating with internal and external suppliers, managing purchase orders, and maintaining robust communication to resolve supply and delivery issues. The role offers a competitive annual base salary range of $51,800.00 to $93,309.99, with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, wellness programmes, fertility coverage, adoption assistance, 401K match, paid time off, and educational support. The Material Planner contributes to sustainable solutions for a better future, working in a safety-sensitive role and upholding Trane’s commitment to employee well-being and professional growth.

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, 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.

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Where is the work:

On-Site (5 days)

Material Planner

Trane Technologies is hiring an Material Planner in Clarksville TN. The Material Planner is responsible for the accuracy of material supply plan and customer expedite process. In this role, you will coordinate with internal and external suppliers on past due purchase orders and updates purchase orders in order to maintain a timely and accurate supply plan; you will serve as initial escalation point for customer expedites and provide timely and accurate disposition to these requests.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains accurate purchase order data and accurate supply plan within ERP system. Modifies order release due dates, quantities and closes purchase orders based on demand plan.
• Conducts initial supplier coordination for customer expedite requests. Maintains accurate and timely communication with all effected parties and escalates as appropriate.
• Monitors supplier delivery performance. Conducts initially resolution of suppliers past due supply and supplier delivery issues to insure accurate supply plan is maintained.
• Works with suppliers to expedite or defer materials as dictated by changes in internal and external customer requirements and to meet production and inventory goals.
• Conducts problem solving (9SPS / A3) and participates in facility RIE’s as directed by team leader or site material management leadership.
• Collects information, complies into standard formats, prepares monthly reports and other management reports as requires.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or 3–5 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Knowledge of manufacturing, quality control, and planning processes.
• Microsoft office suite experience a plus
• Ability to understand manufacturing engineering processes and to interpret blueprints.
• Must possess good mathematical skills and the ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• ERP system experience preferred

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

$51,800.00 - $93,309.99

Compensation Type:

Salary

Incentive Eligible:

No

Sales Commission Eligible:

No

Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

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 includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.

Safety Sensitive Role:

Yes

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

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.

• Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet fir Responsibilities
• Responsible for maintaining accurate purchase order data and supply plan within the ERP system.
• Take ownership of modifying order release due dates, quantities, and closing purchase orders based on demand plans.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to coordinate with suppliers for customer expedite requests and resolve supplier supply and delivery issues.
• Deliver high-quality communication with all affected parties and escalate issues as appropriate.
• Lead efforts to monitor supplier delivery performance and ensure timely supply plan maintenance.
• Help drive innovation in problem solving and participate in facility RIEs as directed by leadership.
• Collect information, comply into standard formats, and prepare monthly and management reports as required. Skills
• Knowledge of manufacturing, quality control, and planning processes is required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite is a plus.
• Ability to understand manufacturing engineering processes and interpret blueprints is necessary.
• Strong mathematical skills and effective oral and written communication abilities are essential.
• ERP system experience is preferred. Education
• A bachelor’s degree is preferred, or 3–5 years of experience in lieu of a degree.