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Strategic Procurement Buyer

1 month ago

Benton Harbor, United States Whirlpool Corporation Full time
Requisition ID: 62808

ABOUT WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is committed to being the best global kitchen and laundry company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. In an increasingly digital world, the company is driving purposeful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht, JennAir, Indesit 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 currently seeking a qualified candidate for a Strategic Procurement Buyer. The role will be located onsite at our Riverview Campus in Benton Harbor, MI.

Today, you might be working on negotiating pricing and a supply agreement with a supplier. Tomorrow, you'll be creating a commodity strategy, aligning with counterparts in other regions and other functions. You will also be communicating strategies and meeting with senior leaders in sourcing council on strategy, sourcing awards, and/or supplier exit strategies. Your job will include supplier scouting, supplier selection, business awarding and supplier management. You will be responsible for the financial, delivery, quality performance of the selected supplier and you will act as an escalation point to resolve issues with your supply base.

Your responsibilities will include

  • Develop and manage the business relationship between Whirlpool and its Suppliers of assigned commodity(ies), within our Global Strategic Sourcing organization (contract negotiations, supplier issue resolution, supplier cost reductions, purchase order creation and management)
  • Identify, negotiate and recommend sourcing of new components, materials, parts or assemblies as well as manage price and contract terms and conditions over their lifecycle.
  • Evaluate suppliers on cost, quality, delivery, and other information to determine viability of suppliers and long term supplier strategy
  • Forecast material performance on a monthly basis for controlled spend and identify, develop and execute projects that optimize total cost of ownership for your assigned commodity(ies)
  • Lead / support various process partner needs (like Engineering & Technology, Product Development, Marketing, etc.) within assigned commodity(ies)
  • Drive extraordinary results in meeting critical revenue, cost, quality, delivery, and service objectives
  • Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction are accomplished in all work streams
Minimum requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 3+ years' Experience in Procurement, Engineering, Supply Chain or Business
Preferred skills and experiences
  • Bachelor's Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering
  • Financial Management and forecasting
  • Demonstrate practical use of supplier management and sourcing principles
  • Negotiation, conflict resolution and management skills
  • Build strong rapport and relationships with internal process partners and suppliers
  • Analytical and related computer skills
  • Manage and prioritize multiple activities
  • Driven individual with a vision and work ethic required for future growth
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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 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

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.

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.

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