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Analyst, Procurement

Whirlpool Corp
  • Benton Harbor, MI
    1 day ago
    Whirlpool Corp

    Job Description

    Requisition ID: 73449

    About Whirlpool Corporation

    Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant

    pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen

    and laundry appliances, 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 2025, the company reported

    approximately $16 billion in annual net sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas -

    41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional

    information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

    This role in summary

    Whirlpool is looking for a qualified candidate for the role of Analyst, Procurement. This role will be onsite based in Benton Harbor, MI.

    In this role you will work with Electromechanical Components, you will be the owner of a key portfolio of suppliers. You will manage the entire supply chain, from sourcing and contracting to supplier performance. You''ll work directly with cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality, and manufacturing, to ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of high-quality components. This role requires a proactive approach to build and maintain strong supplier relationships that drive both commercial and operational excellence.

    Your responsibilities will include

    • Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for the Electromechanical commodity

    • Act as the primary point of contact for assigned suppliers and drive their overall performance

    • Negotiate contracts and pricing with suppliers

    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and execute cost-reduction projects

    • Manage the full product lifecycle from new product introduction to end-of-life

    • Monitor market trends, currency, commodities and raw material prices to drive the best sourcing decision

    • Proactively mitigate supply chain risks with suppliers and macro-economic factors

    • Manage forecast and budget activities which ultimately report to senior leadership and to EC Whirlpool quarterly earnings

    Minimum requirements

    • Bachelor''s Degree

    • 1+ years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business or Engineering

    Preferred skills and experiences

    • Bachelor''s Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or Finance

    • Strong analytical skills

    • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple key activities and to work under pressure

    • Good problem-solving, and project management skills

    • Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills

    • Ability to build strong relationships with both internal stakeholders and suppliers

    • Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment

    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 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 and YouTube.

    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.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBenton Harbor, MI
    IndustryElectronics, Components, and Semiconductor Mfg
    Company Size10,000 employees or more
    Websitehttp://emea.whirlpoolcareers.com/

    About Company

    Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is the leading major appliance manufacturer in the world, with approximately $21 billion in annual sales, 92,000 employees and 65 manufacturing and technology research centers in 2018. The company markets Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht, Jenn-Air, Indesit, Hotpoint and other major brand names in nearly every country throughout the world.

    In Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) it has approximately 21,000 employees, a sales presence in more than 30 countries and manufacturing sites in seven countries. Whirlpool EMEA is an operating segment of Whirlpool Corporation. Whirlpool Corp.’s EMEA Headquarters are located in Pero (MI), Italy. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com or find us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

    Skills

    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Budget Managementunmatched
    • Business Administrationunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Conflict Resolutionunmatched
    • Cost Controlunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Electromechanicsunmatched
    • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
    • Facebookunmatched
    • Financeunmatched
    • Forecastingunmatched
    • Laundryunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • LinkedInunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Market Trackingunmatched
    • Market Trend Analysisunmatched
    • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Product Lifecycle Managementunmatched
    • Product/Service Launchunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
    • Risk Managementunmatched
    • Sales Closing Skillsunmatched
    • Sourcing Strategyunmatched
    • Strategic Planningunmatched
    • Supply Chainunmatched
    • Supply Chain Managementunmatched
    • Technical Researchunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Twitterunmatched
    • Vendor/Supplier Evaluationunmatched
    • Vendor/Supplier Relationsunmatched
    • YouTubeunmatched

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