HR Manager

Lennox Commercial; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 112,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Short-term disability insurance

Birthing leave

Bonding leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Lennox Commercial seeks an experienced HR leader to support approximately 450 employees across the HVAC business. You will lead a small HR team, partner with senior leaders, and drive talent, engagement, and organizational effectiveness in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a strong business acumen, knowledge of HR best practices, and a proven ability to translate strategy into practical HR solutions that enhance the employee experience. This is an in-office role in Richardson, TX.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; 8+ years HR experience expected.
• Strong business acumen linking people strategies to business outcomes.
• Experience supporting distribution, field sales, or similar business groups preferred.
• Solid knowledge of employment regulations and HR best practices.
• Experience handling employee relations matters with sound judgment and care.
• Ability to build relationships, foster open communication, and resolve conflicts effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership and project management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as trusted HR partner to business leaders on employee relations, performance management, and labor relations.
• Lead change-management efforts to support priorities and HR initiatives.
• Own talent agenda: succession planning, leadership development, and workforce planning.
• Recommend practical HR process improvements and drive implementation.
• Manage cross-functional HR projects from planning to execution.
• Coach and develop a two-person HR team to deliver effective support.
• Drive employee engagement and data-driven insights to inform decisions.
• Leverage workforce analytics to diagnose challenges and inform strategies.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree

HR leadership

Employee relations

Change management

Workforce planning

Data-driven HR

Communication skills

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

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

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

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.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being a trusted advisor, leading through change, improving processes, and translating HR strategy into practical solutions that make a meaningful impact for employees and the business.

• 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

WHAT WE’RE 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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What We Offer

Compensation

This is a salaried exempt role. The starting salary range for this role and market is between $112,000 - $147,000 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.

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