Buyer I

Lennox International • Tallassee, AL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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

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

Benefits

• 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
• 12 days paid time off
• 2 paid well-being days
• 1 paid volunteer day
• 10 paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED