HR Manager

Lennox Commercial; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Short-term disability insurance

Paid leave (birthing, bonding)

Job summary

Lennox Commercial is seeking a strategic HR leader to support ~450 employees. You will lead two HR Generalists, drive workforce planning, succession, and leadership development, and partner with executives to align people strategies with business goals.

The role emphasizes change management, employee relations, data-driven decision making, and a focus on creating a high-performing culture. Office-based role in Texas with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8+ years of HR experience in large organizations.
• Strong business acumen linking people strategies to performance.
• Experience supporting distribution or field sales is preferred.
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; relationship builder.

Responsibilities

• Serve as trusted HR partner to business leaders on employee relations, performance management, corrective action, labor relations, and other people-related matters.
• Lead change management and drive HR initiatives and projects.
• Own talent agenda: succession planning, leadership development, workforce planning, and high-potential development.
• Identify and improve HR processes and service delivery; implement practical improvements.
• Manage cross-functional HR projects from planning through execution with clear timelines and stakeholder alignment.
• Coach and develop HR team to ensure programs meet business needs and legal standards.
• Drive employee engagement strategies and action planning to build a high-performance culture.
• Leverage data and workforce analytics to diagnose challenges and influence decisions.

Skills

HR leadership

Employee relations

Change management

Talent development

Data analytics

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

About The Role

We are looking for a strategic and collaborative Human Resources leader to support approximately 450 employees across the Lennox Commercial HVAC business. Leading a team of two HR Generalists, this role serves as the steward of the business's people and talent agenda, partnering with leaders to develop and execute strategies that drive organizational effectiveness, business performance, and the attraction, development, engagement, and retention of top talent.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Serve as a trusted HR partner and coach to business leaders, providing guidance on employee relations, performance management, corrective action, labor relations, and other people-related matters.
• Lead and support change management efforts that help teams navigate business priorities, organizational changes, and HR initiatives successfully.
• Own and drive the talent agenda, including succession planning, leadership development, talent reviews, high-potential development, and workforce planning initiatives.
• Look for ways to improve HR processes, programs, and service delivery, then develop practical recommendations and lead implementation efforts that support the business and enhance the employee experience.
• Manage cross-functional HR projects from planning through execution, ensuring clear timelines, stakeholder alignment, strong follow-up, and successful implementation.
• Coach, develop, and lead a team of HR professionals, helping them deliver effective HR support while ensuring programs are aligned with business needs and applicable employment laws and standards.
• Drive employee engagement strategies and action planning efforts by identifying insights, addressing organizational challenges, and partnering with leaders to build a high-performance culture.
• Leverage data, trends, and workforce analytics to diagnose organizational challenges, influence decisions, and develop proactive people strategies that improve business outcomes.

What We Offer

This position requires being in the office Monday through Friday.

• 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, new employees 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
• Benefits are subject to applicable eligibility requirements

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 8 years of related Human Resources experience.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to connect people strategies to business objectives and operational performance.
• Experience supporting distribution , field sales , or similar business groups is preferred .
• Strong knowledge of employment regulations and HR best practices.
• Experience working through a variety of employee relations matters with sound judgment, professionalism, and care.
• Ability to build strong relationships, encourage open communication , and help resolve conflicts effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong project leadership, organizational skills, prioritization, and follow-through, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and drive work to completion.

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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.