Requisition ID: 65656
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 Communications General team works on internal and external communications projects, including web site and intranet creation, management of media, public relations and press releases. Assists with the implementation of a strategic communications program to help build brand image.
This role in summary:
As the Sr. Manager of Communications for Community Relations and Whirlpool Foundation, this role supports the House+Home social responsibility strategy by guiding decisions on corporate giving and fostering transparency in how Whirlpool allocates time and resources. Acting as an extension of the company's values of Inclusion & Diversity, this role promotes equality and fairness within Whirlpool and the broader community. The Sr. Manager works closely with senior leaders, including company Presidents, CEOs, local government officials, and Whirlpool employees to strengthen the company's connection with the Southwest Michigan community through impactful youth-focused programming. Serving as a liaison between Whirlpool employees leading key community projects and partnering organizations, the Sr. Manager ensures alignment, transparency, and collaborative success. Additionally, as the managing director of the Whirlpool Foundation, the role oversees grant administration, manages an annual budget of up to $9M, and leads reporting efforts to communicate the Foundation's goals and results to both internal and external stakeholders.
Your responsibilities will include:
Serve as managing director of the Whirlpool Foundation, overseeing all aspects of grant administration, including audits, updates, budgeting, meeting minutes, and metrics reporting.
Manage an annual foundation budget of up to $9M, approving small grants independently and presenting larger grants to the Foundation Board of Trustees for review and approval.
Facilitate the quarterly convening of Foundation trustees for grant reviews and approvals.
Work closely with the Foundation controller to ensure timely funding and reporting of projects to the trustees.
Maintain excellent relationships with key stakeholders, including CEOs of partner organizations, city mayors, and other state and city officials.
Partner with employees and community organizations to develop strategies that enable community organizations to achieve meaningful impact.
Oversee community organization metrics on outputs, outcomes, and impact, ensuring consistent measurement and reporting.
Collaborate with Corporate Communications to share storytelling assets in the newsroom to promote the Foundation's initiatives and impact.
Minimum requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field
5+ years of experience in Foundation or Community Relations
5+ years of experience in Project Management
Demonstrated strength in building and fostering relationships
Previous experience with Executive presence working with C-suite executives, Presidents, and local government officials
Proven experience with non-profit and philanthropic principles
Preferred skills and experiences:
Proven ability to bring influence to difficult conversations
Demonstrated experience harnessing enthusiasm for community relations into strategic actions with impactful outcomes
Proven ability to work with across a matrixed organization (Whirlpool Corporation) and the community, bringing people together and leading a team to gather information and take action
Proven strength in leadership skills, attention to detail, and critical follow-up execution
Proven strength in written communication
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 remotely 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 Remote 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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