What are the responsibilities and job description for the Demand Planner position at Lennox International?
Who We Are
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.
What Drives Success
As a Demand Planner III, you will work with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain a demand (sales) forecast for finished goods to drive financial and inventory decisions. You will positively impact the overall sales and customer service by developing new and innovative methods of analyzing data, identifying process improvement opportunities and determining which methods to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Forecasting & Planning
- Analyze historical data, market trends, seasonality, and business inputs to generate accurate demand projections.
- Incorporate multiple data inputs (e.g., sales trends, promotions, inventory targets, and AI/ML forecasts) into planning processes
- Develop and manage statistical and judgmental demand forecasts across assigned product categories
- Lead forecast review cycles and identify key exceptions, risks, and opportunities
- Monitor forecast accuracy, bias, and key performance indicators; drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Product Management and Sales to incorporate customer intelligence, pipeline data, and new product forecasts.
- Collaborate with Supply Chain to ensure demand signals support inventory optimization and service-level targets.
- Reporting & Analytics
- Provide regular reports on forecast accuracy, inventory health, and service level performance.
- Use ERP and planning tools (SAP, IBP, Oracle, or similar) for data analysis and execution.
- Develops new and innovative methods of analyzing data and determines which methods to apply.
- What Will Make You Stand Out:
- Experience improving forecast accuracy, inventory turnover, and OTIF performance
- Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and present insights to leadership
- Proven track record of turning complex data into clear, actionable recommendations
What We Are Looking For
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Requires a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience, preferable in Supply Chain/Logistics Management or Business Administration.
- Masters Degree preferred.
- Requires at least 5 years Supply Chain experience, with at least 2 years Demand Planning.
- Requires a broad understanding of statistical methodologies, strong abilities in forecasting and maintaining demand planning systems, and strong skills with SAP IBP or another advanced planning system.
- Broad knowledge of Supply Chain Management and working in a consensus, Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) environment.
- Good understanding of best practices in demand planning.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation and training skills.
- Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a fast-paced, high volume environment.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills, attention to detail, and solid Customer Relations skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access.
This position will need to be located at the Richardson, TX Headquarters office.
What We Offer
Compensation: This is a salaried exempt role. The starting salary range for this role and market is between $83,000 - $109,200 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 an annual bonus in accordance with the terms of the Company’s applicable plan. Employees in this role are not eligible for overtime.
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, 12 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 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.
Salary : $83,000 - $109,200