Lennox International (LII) is a leading global provider of innovative climate control solutions for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) markets.

Beginning over a century ago, Lennox International has built a strong heritage of Innovation and Responsibility. Our position as an innovation leader continually inspires us to promote more efficient energy use and a healthier environment through our product operations. Our engaged and diverse workforce is committed to providing climate control solutions that provide the most value and comfort for our customers.

We are proud to have instilled a shared sense of responsibility and commitment among our approximately 10,000 employees located throughout North America, South America, Europe, and Asia.

This buyer is responsible for the supply chain of parts from approved vendors. Scheduling agreements and purchase orders are placed in response to product requirements established by various departments within the organization.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Inventory management to support production needs and inventory turns.
• Communication with multiple internal and external sources.
• Expedite orders with suppliers to meet production schedules.
• Negotiate and settle with suppliers regarding their production schedules and supply chain to meet demand.
• Communication of damage claims, rejections and losses, return of materials, cancellations, and engineering changes.
• Coordinate with the Accounting department as required to resolve questions on suppliers' invoices.

• Requires a bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prefer at least 1 year related experience, internships and co-ops count towards years of experience
• Intermediate knowledge in a wide range concepts and approaches including purchasing for lean manufacturing, Kanban and supplier development.
• Requires strong attention to detail, the ability to multi-task, the ability to follow up and follow through to completion, negotiation abilities, and above average analytical skills.
• Shows excellent verbal and written communication skills. Requires some knowledge of raw materials, production processes and quality control.
• Competent in computerized procurement systems. Requires intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. SAP experience is preferred.

Compensation: 

This is a salaried exempt role. The starting salary range for this role and market is between $53,000 – $66,000 annually.  Factors that may affect the starting salary include geography/market and the individual’s tenure, performance, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Employees in this role are also eligible for an annual bonus in accordance with the terms of the Company’s applicable plan.

Benefits:

Subject to applicable eligibility requirements, the following benefits are offered for this role: tuition reimbursement; medical, dental, and vision insurance; prescription drug coverage; 401(k) retirement plan; short-term disability insurance; 8 weeks paid birthing leave; 2 weeks paid bonding leave; life and long-term disability insurance.

Depending on date of hire, and subject to applicable eligibility requirements, new employees in this role also receive up to 12 days paid time off, 2 paid well-being days, 1 paid volunteer day, 10 paid holidays, and 3 floating holidays per year. 

Our Culture:

At Lennox, our Core Values of Integrity, Respect & Excellence are ingrained in the fabric of the organization.  They define our culture – which is about how we do business and how we treat others. Lennox is not just a workplace; we are a global community that values each team member’s contributions. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to recruit, develop, and retain talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed and contribute to our continued growth and success. At Lennox, you’ll take pride in our brands, knowing you are part of something special. Come, stay, and grow with us!

Disclaimers:

The compensation and benefits information are accurate as of the date of this posting. Lennox reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

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