Senior Analyst, Procurement

Whirlpool is looking for a Senior Analyst, Procurement to join the Global Strategic Sourcing team within the Direct Procurement organization. This role will be onsite in Benton Harbor, MI. 

In this role you will be responsible for leading category strategies, sourcing initiatives, supplier selection, and contracting in line with Whirlpool's policies and KPIs. As the Commodity Buyer for 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.

The role is critical for delivering engineering projects, dual sourcing strategies, and on-time sourcing for multiple components.

• Manage commercial relationships and supplier performance.

• Lead and manage procurement initiatives and projects.

• Negotiate contracts and/or statements of work between Whirlpool and its suppliers.

• Achieve cost reductions year-over-year in the ELME category.

• Conduct market insights and provide risk mitigation plans.

• Resolve daily operational supply base issues.

• Drive continuous improvement, change, and compliance.

• Develop and implement category sourcing strategies for the ELME category

• Data analytics and benchmark 

• Collaborate with cross functional stakeholders such as Engineering, Project Management, Quality, Manufacturing and Supply Chain on a daily basis to achieve operational excellence in current and future businesses.

• 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

• Ensure the accuracy of all procurement data within internal systems

• Bachelor's Degree

• 4+ years of experience in Procurement, Business, Finance, or Supply Chain

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

• Successful experience with negotiation, contract execution, and development, as well as conflict resolution

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and manipulate data

• Experience using SAP system or equivalent and familiarity with e-sourcing tools

• Strong leadership attributes and decision-making abilities

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple key activities simultaneously

• A strong application of strategic RFP processes, supplier management, and other procurement principles

• Critical thinking, problem-solving, and project management skills  

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

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

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.