Senior Analyst, Procurement

Whirlpool is seeking qualified candidates to join our Global Strategic Sourcing, as a  Senior Buyer, Global Strategic Sourcing - Ground Transportation (Senior Analyst, Procurement). The role is located in Benton Harbor, Michigan.

Whirlpool manages Indirect Procurement as a regional function for North America and is 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 Ground Transportation subcategories for North America (US and Canada) and manage approximately ~$375M in annual spend.  This position will engage cross-functional stakeholders and utilize effective Supplier Relationship Management techniques to enhance commercial and operational performance.    

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for ~$220M annual category spend, supporting Whirlpool’s North America Region manufacturing plants and distribution network

• Developing and implementing the sourcing strategy for the Final Mile 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 Final Mile Operations to generate, and execute solutions to improve Whirlpool Corporation's operational and cost performance

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

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

• Bachelor’s Degree

• 4+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement or supply chain

• 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

• Strong analytical and computer related skills

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple key activities

• Ability to quickly build strong rapport and relationships with internal process partners and suppliers

• Ability to grow in your technical abilities to become a subject matter expert

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).

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.