Buyer I

Buyer I

Lennox AES is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Buyer I to support our operations in Tallassee. This role is responsible for sourcing and procuring materials, supplies, and equipment essential to maintaining efficient day-to-day operations. This position requires the ability to work independently, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost-effective purchasing while ensuring quality and on-time delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Procure materials, supplies, and equipment to meet operational requirements
• Review and validate purchase requisitions for accuracy and completeness
• Source pricing and evaluate vendors for cost, quality, and delivery performance
• Issue and manage purchase orders with approved suppliers
• Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and service expectations
• Track orders to ensure correct quantities and on-time delivery
• Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, invoices, and inventory
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve delivery or quality issues
• Partner with Accounting to resolve invoice discrepancies
• Support strategic sourcing and cost improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• 3+ years of purchasing or procurement experience preferred
• Indirect purchasing experience preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with supplier negotiations and vendor management

Compensation: This is a salaried non-exempt role. This means that employees are paid a salary and also receive overtime pay when they work more than 40 hours in a week (or as otherwise required by state law). The starting salary range for this role and market is between $44,800 - $58,800 annually. Factors that may affect starting salary include geography/market and the skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Employees in this role are also eligible for a 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, and 10 paid holidays.

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 is 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.