Buyer, Global Strategic Sourcing

Requisition ID: 65297

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.

This role in summary

Whirlpool is seeking qualified candidates for a Buyer, Global Strategic Sourcing – Warehousing (Analyst, Procurement) . This role will be located in Benton Harbor MI.

Whirlpool manages Indirect Procurement as a regional function for North America and Latin America North based out of our North American Region (NAR) Headquarters. The Indirect Procurement team manages purchases of indirect materials and services required to design, manufacture, distribute and advertise our products, supporting most functional areas throughout the company.

In this role, you will have accountability for the warehousing subcategory for North America (US and Canada) and manage approximately ~$190M in annual spend. This position will engage cross-functional stakeholders and utilize effective Supplier Relationship Management techniques to enhance commercial and operational performance.

Your responsibilities will include

Provide strategic and operational leadership for ~$190M annual category spend, supporting Whirlpool’s North America Region manufacturing plants and distribution network

Developing and implementing the sourcing strategy for the Warehousing subcategory

Lead fact-based sourcing decisions, negotiate commercial terms, and generate contractual agreements with the supply base

Drive supplier performance management and build commercial relationships

Create, measure, and execute initiatives that optimize cost, quality, and service

Build cross-functional partnerships across the business and engage Warehouse Operations to generate, and execute solutions to improve Whirlpool Corporations operational and cost performance

Ensure compliance with Global Procurement policies, procedures, and processes.

Drive continuous improvement of processes related to the sourcing of Warehousing services including, but not limited to contract management, financial forecasting, and supplier performance management

Minimum requirements

Bachelor’s Degree

1 years of experience in sourcing, procurement or supply chain

Preferred skills and experiences

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business or Engineering

Demonstrated practical use of supplier management and sourcing principles

Proven communication, negotiation, conflict resolution and management skills

Analytical and computer related skills

Manage and prioritize multiple key activities

Build strong rapport and relationships with internal process partners and suppliers

Grow in your technical abilities to become a subject matter expert in Chemicals & Resins

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What we offer

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

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.