Category Manager

Lennox International•Richardson, TX

33d•$91,000 - $119,700

About The Position

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. Shape Strategy. Drive Growth. Make an Impact. We’re looking for a strategic and results-oriented Category Manager who is ready to take ownership of complex product categories and turn insights into performance. This is a high-impact role where you’ll shape strategy, influence key decisions, and directly drive revenue and profitability. If you thrive at the intersection of analytics, strategy, and cross-functional collaboration — and enjoy seeing your decisions translate into measurable business results — this opportunity is for you.

Requirements

A strategic mindset with the ability to connect day-to-day initiatives to long-term business objectives.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and convert insights into action.
Proven experience developing and presenting data-backed business cases with clear financial impact.
Exceptional communication and influencing skills across internal teams and external partners.
High level of organization and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with tools such as Microsoft Office, Teams, SAP, Power BI, and Qlik Sense.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute category strategies that support both immediate objectives and long-term growth plans.
Own category performance, monitoring sales, margins, inventory, and key KPIs to drive continuous improvement.
Translate data into clear, actionable recommendations and deliver impactful presentations to senior leadership.
Optimize pricing, promotions, and product positioning to maximize profitability and market share.
Stay ahead of industry trends, competitive moves, and evolving consumer behaviors.
Manage the full product lifecycle — from new product introduction to end-of-life decisions.
Identify opportunities to refine, expand, or streamline the assortment to improve performance and align with customer needs.
Build compelling, data-driven business cases to support category investments and initiatives.
Partner closely with marketing, merchandising, pricing, supply chain, sales, and e-commerce teams to ensure seamless execution of category plans.
Enhance digital presence and online visibility through collaboration with merchandising and e-commerce teams.
Build and maintain strong, strategic relationships with suppliers to drive innovation, promotions, and competitive advantage.