Lennox (NYSE: LII) Driven by 130 years of legacy, HVAC and refrigeration success, Lennox provides our residential and commercial customers with industry-leading climate-control solutions. At Lennox, we win as a team, aiming for excellence and delivering innovative, sustainable products and services. Our culture guides us and creates a workplace where all employees feel heard and welcomed. Lennox is a global community that values each team member’s contributions and offers a supportive environment for career development. Come, stay, and grow with us.

WE VALUE DIVERSITY:

We believe that diversity and inclusion is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Our goal is to build workplaces that reflect the communities where we live and work, support the growth and development of each team member as they strive to reach their full potential, and empower them to be their authentic selves. Lennox is an equal opportunity employer.

This results-driven manager will build and lead a team to optimize our sourcing and procurement activities related to 3rd party purchased items. This leadership role will be pivotal in developing and implementing sourcing strategies that align with business goals, drive operational efficiency, and ensure cost-effectiveness across the organization.  The ideal candidate will have a strong background in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, and cost optimization strategies across various categories. As a key leader, you will work closely with cross-functional teams, including Category Management, World-Wide Sourcing, Supply/Demand Planning, Sales and Merchandising, Merchandising, Sales teams.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR

Skills:

• Lead the negotiation of contracts, including terms and conditions, pricing, and delivery schedules. Ensure contracts comply with company policies and legal requirements heading the development of Master Service Agreement and other contract boilerplates.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key suppliers. Ensure suppliers meet performance and quality standards.
• Provide regular reporting on sourcing activities, supplier performance, and cost-saving initiatives to senior leadership using data-driven insights to improve sourcing strategies and decisions.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to ensure high-quality goods and services at competitive prices. Focus on continuous improvement in sourcing processes to meet both short-term and long-term organizational goals.
• Stay current on industry trends, market conditions, and supplier capabilities. Conduct thorough supplier analysis, benchmarking, and risk assessments to inform strategic decisions.
• Identify potential risks related to suppliers, market fluctuations, or supply chain disruptions, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Continuously improve procurement processes, leverage technology, and introduce innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and sourcing effectiveness.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• At least 8 years related experience
• 3 years of experience as a manager
• An MBA or equivalent is preferred

What you bring to the team:

• Expertise in supplier and relationship management
• Effective negotiation and contract management skills
• Financial acumen and the ability to identify cost saving opportunities
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Excellent communication skills with a variety of audiences, including corporate executives and diverse internal project teams

WHAT WE OFFER 

At Lennox, we realize that our greatest assets are our employees. This is why we are committed to providing limitless opportunities for growth and development of all of our employees, largely promoting from within the organization. Lennox offers employees a variety of flexible work options.  This position is a hybrid role working Monday through Thursday in the office with the option to work on Friday at home.

In addition, you will receive a:

• Competitive base salary 
• Annual bonus
• Excellent medical plans designed to support healthy lifestyles
• Mental and financial health programs
• Outstanding 401k with company matching
• Employee stock purchase program
• Community involvement opportunities
• Robust employee assistance program
• And much, much more!

The Compensation range for this position is approximately $101,000 to $132,300 and will be based on the candidate’s qualification, experience, and education.