Emily Young
About Emily Young
Emily Young is the Director of Category & Supplier Management at Lennox International, a position she has held since 2023. She has extensive experience in product development and marketing, having previously worked at Fossil Group, Inc. and Kohl's Department Stores.
Current Role at Lennox International
Emily Young serves as the Director of Category & Supplier Management at Lennox International. She has held this position since 2023, contributing to the company's strategic direction in managing supplier relationships and category development. Her role involves overseeing the procurement process and ensuring alignment with the company's operational goals.
Previous Experience at Fossil Group, Inc.
Emily Young has extensive experience at Fossil Group, Inc., where she worked in various capacities. She began her tenure as a Product Development Coordinator from 2011 to 2013 for two years. She later advanced to the role of Senior Product Development Manager from 2014 to 2018, where she managed product development initiatives and led cross-functional teams. Additionally, she served as a Product Manager for one year from 2013 to 2014.
Education and Academic Background
Emily Young holds an Executive MBA from The University of Texas at Dallas, which she completed from 2021 to 2023. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Fashion Merchandising from Ball State University, studying from 2004 to 2008. She also studied Fashion/Apparel Design at Ball State University, achieving another Bachelor of Science degree during the same period. Furthermore, she is pursuing a Certificate in Management at SMU Cox School of Business since 2015.
Career Development at Lennox International
Emily Young has held multiple roles at Lennox International prior to her current position. She worked as a Senior Manager in Product Marketing from 2022 to 2023, where she focused on marketing strategies for product lines. Additionally, she served as a Senior Manager in Product Development from 2019 to 2022, overseeing the development of new products and enhancements to existing lines.
Experience at Kohl's Department Stores
Emily Young began her career at Kohl's Department Stores, where she worked as an Assistant Technical Designer from 2008 to 2009. She also completed a Technical Design Internship at Kohl's in 2008 for three months. These early roles provided her with foundational skills in technical design and product development.