Continuous Improvement Business Excellence Lead

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West Columbia South Carolina, United States Lennox International Full time
Company Overview:
Lennox(NYSE: LII) is an industry leader in energy-efficient climate-control solutions founded over a century ago on the principles of integrity and innovation. Dedicated to sustainability and creating comfortable, healthier environments for our residential and commercial customers while reducing their carbon footprint, we lead the field in innovation with our cooling, heating, indoor air quality, and refrigeration systems.

 

Allied Air Enterprises is a division of Lennox International.  We bring together the collective strengths of seven comfort brands – Armstrong Air, AirEase, Concord, Ducane, Allied, Allied Commercial and Magic-Pak to give distributors and dealers the ultimate source for heating and cooling solutions.  From compact residential applications to large commercial projects, Allied Aire Enterprises redefines ease-of-business through breadth of product, resources, and competencies unparalleled in the market.

 

At Allied Air Enterprises, we're proof of how effective good people can be. We've based our entire business on hiring talented, dedicated professionals and giving them the resources needed to thrive. Having the right people can elevate the attitude, ideas, quality and commitment of any facility, and we're proud to say our employees do so every day. The dedication we have for promoting environmental sustainability through innovation is only possible due to our employees’ creativity and their desire to improve the world. We believe they help us create products that are better for homeowners, better for the environment, and better for the professional dealers who install them every day. 

 

Hear from employees how we energetically go after our share of the market and uphold our values as we win:   

Job Description:
WHAT IS THE ROLE? 

 

As the Business Excellence (Continuous Improvement) Lead for the Allied Business Unit, you will play a pivotal role in identifying, developing, and implementing process enhancements and efficiency improvements to realize Allied’s Vision, Long-Term goals, and annual priorities.

You, along with the Vice President of Supply Chain and Business Excellence, will align with the Allied Executive Leadership Team (AELT) to develop a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and root-cause-counter-measures. You will focus on organization-wide problem-solving skill development, broad employee engagement with continuous improvement projects, and accomplishing the annual priorities and goals.

 

This role requires change management skills and a strong ability to influence through partnership.

 

WHAT WILL THE JOB LOOK LIKE? 

 

Process Analysis and Improvement:Analyze existing supply chain processes, identify inefficiencies, and develop strategies for improvement in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Lean Manufacturing Principles:Apply Lean methodologies and tools to streamline workflows, reduce lead times, minimize inventory, and optimize resource utilization across the supply chain.

Data-Driven Solutions:Utilize data analysis and metrics to identify performance gaps, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and drive data-backed decision-making for continuous improvement initiatives.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Management:Collaborate closely with stakeholders across various departments, including procurement, logistics, manufacturing, and quality assurance, to implement improvement plans and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Change Management:Lead change initiatives by fostering a culture of continuous improvement, providing training, and facilitating the adoption of new processes and technologies.

Supplier Relationship Improvement:Work with suppliers to enhance processes, improve quality, and drive cost reductions while maintaining strong partnerships and supplier performance.

Documentation and Reporting:Maintain accurate documentation of improvement initiatives, prepare reports on progress, achievements, and recommendations for further enhancements.

Other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications:
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field. Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean, APICS) preferred.

Proven experience (5+ years) in a similar role with a focus on Business Unit Change Management installing a program of continuous Improvement and root-cause-counter-measures.

Strong understanding of Lean principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and other continuous improvement tools and techniques. 

Proficiency in data analysis and utilization of relevant software/tools (e.g., Excel, ERP systems, statistical analysis software).

Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and levels of the organization.

Demonstrated leadership abilities with a track record of leading successful improvement projects and driving change management initiatives.

OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Strong initiative, excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Candidate must have a naturally curious mindset, interested in learning the business and industry and capable of building credibility into the business quickly and across all functions. This position requires an extremely perceptive person (organizational and situational awareness), who can relate to individuals at all levels. As unique situations present themselves, the incumbent must be sensitive to corporate needs, candidate/employee goodwill, and the public image.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Proficient with Microsoft Office products including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, and Outlook.

WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Ability to move within office and manufacturing complex, write by hand and keyboard, and perform general office functions.

General manufacturing, warehouse and office environment.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Must have the ability to effectively communicate with employees at all levels of the organization, enlisting the needed cooperation for successful implementation of programs and other measures needed to meet performance standard.

 

This position is a hybrid role working Monday through Thursday in the office with the option to work on Friday at home.

 

WHAT WE OFFER: 

At Lennox, we realize that our greatest assets are our employees. This is why we are committed to providing limitless opportunities for growth and development of all of our employees, largely promoting from within the organization. Lennox offers employees a variety of flexible work options.  This position is a hybrid role working Monday through Thursday in the office with the option to work on Friday at home.

Competitive base salary

Excellent medical plans designed to support healthy lifestyles

Mental and financial health programs

Outstanding 401k with company matching

Employee stock purchase program

Community involvement opportunities

Robust employee assistance program

And much, much more

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