Lead Supplier Development Engineer

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.

Job Summary:

The Lead Supplier Development Engineer is responsible for executing both quality and technical assessments at supplier locations to determine capability as well as supporting supplier source selection as the "Voice of Quality". Position will drive supplier process and systemic quality improvements using SPC, Lean and Six Sigma tools to prevent quality non-conformances. Individual will be required to collaborate with Suppliers, Procurement, Component Engineering and Operations to establish strategic and comprehensive AQP activities which are aligned to the business and meet customer expectations. This role is responsible for effective execution of the PPAP, Root Cause Corrective Actions, and determines appropriate stock levels by monitoring control over the volume of raw materials, parts in process and finished products.

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:  

This is a Remote position.  

What you will do: 

• Conducts Quality, Technical and QMS assessments, in support of new sourcing, to determine if a supplier’s quality systems, technical competency and environmental policies meet Trane Technologies’ expectations.
• Leads initial Supplier orientation provides on-boarding training as required.
• Oversees supplier inventories, supplier tooling, capacity, and the effects on Trane Technologies SBU inventory levels.
• Assists in the selection and implementation of IT supplier sourcing strategies to ensure high quality, on-time delivery, and cost competitiveness.
• Ensures supply of raw materials and components to Trane Technologies facilities have appropriate inventory levels and records the entry of finished products to the corresponding Trane Technologies plant. 
• Active participant of Sourcing Council and Commodity teams – providing the quality detail required to support source selection and rationalization.
• Provides Supplier with technical oversight and expertise in areas such as Process Development, PFMEA, Measurement Systems, Control Plans and Error Proofing.
• Leads AQP reviews with Suppliers which include Design Specification, Pass Thru identification, Safe Launch Control, Launch Readiness and Run @ Rate.
• Onsite SIOP Assessment to ensure suppliers are able to meet Trane Technologies orders and demand requirements.
• Drives process and systemic quality improvements, at assigned supplier sites, through the use of quality tools (SIPP, SPC, Lean, and Six Sigma) and validates improvements through defined measurables to reduce quality non-conformances “SCAR.”
• Continually monitors assigned suppliers “SCAR” status and collaborates with suppliers and plant SQE to minimize quality impact to our operations and end Customer.
• Acts as a quality subject matter expert, working in conjunction with Plant SQE and Suppliers in 8D and A3 problem solving - leading cross-functional teams on major issues resolution at Supplier locations.
• Performs advanced analysis (Commodity, Quality Systems, DPPM, DMR) to determine trends along with proposed actions to drive performance improvement.

What you will bring: 

• Bachelor's Degree preferred; Equivalent years of experience required in lieu of degree.
• 7-10+ years of plant manufacturing experience.
• 7-10+ years working experience in the Quality / Supplier Quality for Electronic Processes.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or equivalent body of knowledge.
• Experience using quality tools/methodologies (PPAP, APQP, RCCA, SPC, GD&T, & Lean Principles).
• Subject Matter Expert with all Electronic Processes, including Wire Harnesses, Electric Motors, PCB, PCBA, and Electric Drives preferred.
• Practical Knowledge of industry specific quality registration (ISO9001:2015 & IATF16949).
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the company.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or equivalent body of knowledge.
• Ability to travel up to 60%.
• Supply Chain Acumen – Understands the key value creation processes within the Procurement function and the role Supplier Development plays.
• Project Management – Identifies resource needs, develops project plan, and drives project execution.
• Business Thinking/Strategizing –Demonstrates regional knowledge of suppliers, industry trends and new process/technology.
• Problem Solving - Understands and can execute the “three root cause approach” to problem solving – demonstrated ability to lead corrective action plan implementation and validation.
• Relationship Management - Works collaboratively with cross-functional stakeholders at all levels.

Compensation:

Base Pay: $95,000- $125,000  Total compensation for this role will include a commission/incentive plan. 

Disclaimer: This "range" could be a result of seniority, merit, geographic location where the work is performed, education, experience, travel requirements for the job, or because of a system the employer uses to measure earnings by quantity or quality of production (so, for example, positions that may not have traditional salary ranges). Our prosperous commission plans grow over time with a successful employee’s growing pipeline. Some sales professionals may eventually move to 100% commission.

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.