Manager, LDC Operations

Lennox International; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off & holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Lennox International in California seeks a Distribution Center Manager to lead safety, operations, budgeting, and inventory accuracy within the Regional Distribution Network.

Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of warehousing management, multi‑shift, high‑volume experience; HVAC familiarity and Lean distribution knowledge preferred. Starting salary range is $84,000–$109,725 with an annual bonus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 8 years relevant warehousing management experience.
• Experience with large multi-shift, high-volume warehousing environments.
• HVAC industry familiarity preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean distribution practices.
• Strong leadership and team-building abilities.
• Experience with budgeting, forecast, and metrics.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Champion safety and ensure training compliance per OSHA policies.
• Oversee safety, budget adherence, and inventory accuracy.
• Maintain machinery and equipment; ensure uptime.
• Increase productivity through Continuous Improvement and standardization.
• Manage inventory records and service levels to maximize customer satisfaction.
• Analyze problems and implement quality decisions under pressure.

Skills

Leadership

Lean distribution

Problem solving

Decision making

Team building

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

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

This manager leads a Local Distribution Center and its integration in the Regional Distribution Network. The person in this position is responsible for the performance of distribution operations relative to safety, operational plans, budget, and shipping and inventory accuracy. The manager is also responsible for training, developing, mentoring and managing the performance of the distribution center's employees.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Champion safety for the facility, which includes ensuring the timely completion of training and adherence to all safety and OSHA policies.
• Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Ensure maintenance of all machinery and equipment.
• Increase warehouse productivity through Continuous Improvement methodology and standardization.
• Manage inventory to ensure accurate records are maintained, availability integrity is kept and maximum customer service is achieved.
• Analyze and resolve problems as they arise and make quality decisions to remedy.

What We Are Looking For

• Requires a bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Requires at least 8 years relevant experience.
• Prefer previous direct management of a large, multi-shift, high-volume, fast-paced warehousing environment.
• Prefer HVAC experience.
• Knows distribution center best practices, policies, procedures, and terms of trade.
• Excellent leadership and able to build successful teams.
• Familiar with Lean distribution methodologies.
• Experiential knowledge of fiscal control, budget forecasting, and distribution operations metrics.
• Excellent decision making and creative problem solving skills.
• A steady performer under pressure.
• Requires computer literacy in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Compensation: This is a salaried exempt role. The starting salary range for this role and market is between $84,000 - $109,725 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.

What We Offer

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.

We may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence, to support parts of our hiring process, such as application review and interview scheduling. These tools assist our teams but do not replace human decision-making. If you need an accommodation or have questions, please contact [e-mail].