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 Procurement team identifies researches and evaluates suppliers that meet the organization's standards of price, quality, timing, and reliability of supply. Recognizes and evaluate sales, promotional campaigns, and other opportunities to secure reduced prices. Assesses supplier's products to ensure that they comply with specifications and meet the organization's quality standards.
This role in summary
Whirlpool is currently seeking a qualified candidate to fill a critical Procurement Senior Manager - Plastics & Assemblies role located at our Riverview Campus in Benton Harbor, Michigan. In this role, the selected candidate will own sourcing strategy development & execution for $700 M + in spend across 2 commodities & 5 sub-commodities, including contract negotiations and leading a 6 member team across the US and Mexico. #LI-DD1
Your responsibilities will include
Own sourcing strategy development & execution for $700 M + in spend across 2 commodities & 5 sub-commodities
Lead, attract, coach and build a team of 6 sourcing professionals to execute commodity strategy
Lead supplier & contract negotiations across 40+ suppliers
Deliver Cost Productivity goals through negotiations and project delivery
Drive cross-functional engagement with engineering, manufacturing & quality to deliver cost & quality goals
Own sourcing strategy for New Product Launches to execute commodity strategy while meeting project cost & launch timing
Lead special projects to drive enterprise value
Own annual financial planning and material price variance goals
Minimum requirements
Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Finance
5+ years of Procurement, Engineering, or Supply Chain experience
3+ years of experience in procurement with a focus on supplier and contract negotiations and commodity/category management, with a proven track record of establishing strong relationships with suppliers and internal process partners
3+ years of people leadership experience
Preferred skills and experiences
Master's Degree in engineering, supply chain, finance, or MBA
Knowledge of basic manufacturing and quality processes & tools desired
Strong analytical and computer-related skills, especially Google Tools, MS Office
Working knowledge of SAP or similar ERP system
Experience in supply base management, materials management or supply chain management, managing day-to-day operations, and understanding of the end-to-end supply chain
Strategic thinking, connecting operational objectives to the company's and function's long-term vision and objectives
Strong leadership skills with an exceptional ability to influence others effectively to achieve common goals
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. While employees in this role work in-person Monday through Friday. We offer flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what's important at work and at home, including:
Always On Flexibility - You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed.
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.
Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation
See what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers. Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook, Twitter,LinkedIn ,Instagram andYouTube .
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.