ABOUT WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading kitchen and laundry appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home and inspiring generations with our brands. The company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2023, the company reported approximately $19 billion in annual sales, 59,000 employees, and 55 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.
The team you will be a part of
The Product Development team designs, validates and brings new products to market. Specifies precise new product requirements; designs, tests and integrates components to produce final designs; and evaluates the design's overall effectiveness, cost, reliability and safety. Designs, develops, executes and evaluates fitness-for-use testing, product specifications and process validation plans.
This role in summary
The Global Senior Analyst in Product Design is the Product Manager responsible for developing, leading, and launching strategic products for disposers and accessories as well as managing on-going product and business KPIs. This position will focus on (but not be limited to) channel-specific offerings and will be responsible for developing and managing channel differentiation. They will own projects from inception to launch and are expected to work closely across all business functions to guarantee buy-in and delivery. This position reports directly to the Director of Product.
Your responsibilities will include
Own execution of 3-5 year product playbook in collaboration with Director of Product, VP of Marketing and global business leaders. Special focus on designing and executing channel-specific offerings.
Develop and assess market, competitor, customer, and consumer research in order to develop strategic, actionable insights for current and future projects.
Support development of insight-based strategy, design, and market requirement workshops to transform insights into projects.
Lead product development projects from inception through launch in a defined stage gate process.
Own the pipeline of product line extensions, channel-specific offerings, and continuous improvement projects including prioritization, timing, and business impact.
Work cross-functionally with Sales, Customer Support, Product Engineering, Manufacturing, and other business leaders to shepherd initiatives and projects from inception to completion.
Minimum requirements
Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, product development, engineering, or other closely related technical field.
3 years of experience in product management and/or product marketing.
Preferred skills and experiences
Advanced degree such as MBA.
Background in consumer-facing appliances or Consumer Packaged Goods.
Ability to lead and work in cross functional teams.
Skills in leadership, initiative, creativity, problem solving, analysis, and cross functional communication.
Proficiency in Google Chrome and/or Microsoft spreadsheets, word documents, and presentation materials.
Strong project management skills. Able to manage and prioritize a wide variety of project types that vary in timing, scope, scale.
What we offer
Generous benefits package , Whirlpool employee discount, fitness & educational reimbursement programs, kitchenettes, and more! Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations: Beautiful, recently renovated office space, free coffee, biking/walking trails, and access to The Eddy - Early Childhood Center (depending upon availability - additional costs required).
Additional information
Whirlpool's Ways of Working
Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. We apply 'always on' flexibility to all work days. You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed. Employees in this role work in person Monday through Thursday with the option to work from anywhere on Friday.
We offer other flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what's important at work and at home, including:
Flexible Friday- Option to work extra hours Monday through Thursday to finish up work early on Friday.
Two-Week Work from Anywhere- Minimum of one-week increments for a total of two weeks per year.
Sabbatical- Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.
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Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation
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At Whirlpool Corporation, we value and celebrate diversity. Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.