Ryan Dodson
About Ryan Dodson
Ryan Dodson serves as the Director of Indirect Sourcing at Lennox International, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in strategic sourcing and procurement, having held various positions in companies such as 7-Eleven, Frontier Communications, and BT.
Work at Lennox
Ryan Dodson currently serves as the Director of Indirect Sourcing at Lennox International, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he oversees an indirect sourcing and procurement business function with a spend exceeding $450 million across various categories. His responsibilities include developing and implementing sourcing strategies that align with the company's goals. Dodson's focus is on delivering cost savings, process improvements, and risk reduction.
Previous Experience at 7-Eleven
Before joining Lennox, Ryan Dodson worked at 7-Eleven as the Director of Strategic Sourcing from 2019 to 2022. During his tenure in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, he developed and implemented sourcing strategies, policies, and roadmaps that aligned with the company's vision. His role emphasized significant cost savings and process improvements.
Career at Frontier Communications
Ryan Dodson served as Senior Manager of Strategic Sourcing at Frontier Communications from 2018 to 2019 in Allen, Texas. In this role, he built strong relationships with business unit executives, stakeholders, and suppliers, enhancing collaboration and sourcing effectiveness.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Dodson holds an MBA from the SMU Cox School of Business, where he studied Business Management. He also earned a BBA in Finance from Ohio University. His educational background complements his extensive knowledge in e-sourcing, supply chain practices, contract negotiations, and compliance.
Professional Background
Ryan Dodson has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles related to procurement and sourcing. He was a Senior Procurement Manager at BT from 2014 to 2016 and a Manager of Indirect Procurement at The Michaels Companies, Inc. from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, he was a Sr. Associate at PwC from 2011 to 2014, where he gained valuable experience in procurement and sourcing strategies.