Analyst, Procurement (Sourcing Commodity Management)

Analyst, Procurement (Sourcing Commodity Management) Location Benton Harbor, MI : Requisition ID: 67650 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 currently seeking qualified candidates for a Sourcing Analyst. This role is onsite at our St. Joseph, MI location. The Sourcing Analyst manages the commercial relationship with the suppliers for direct commodities. This person will work with cross functional team members to identify potential candidates for New Project Launches with a qualified supplier that can deliver the project within the time, cost and quality needed. Additionally they will have constant work with the supplier for any existing production part seeking for cost and quality opportunities. The person supporting this role will also manage entirely the supplier relationship creating a collaborative scenario within the supplier and Whirlpool making sure that we are working within Whirlpool standards and compliant to all internal policies, such as Contract Management, Audits, and Financial Data. Your responsibilities will include Manage supplier selection for all Whirlpool major product categories on New product launches. Constant benchmark within current or new suppliers looking for cost initiatives. Develop and seek for constant suppliers who can compete within the market. Collaborate with the engineering team to deliver cost and quality targets. Lead contract negotiations, supplier issue resolution, supplier cost reductions, and the purchase order creation and contract management processes Provide strategic and operational leadership for commodity spend, supporting Whirlpool's North America Region assembly and manufacturing plants Day to Day supplier management (AP, claim recoveries, expedite recoveries, etc) Minimum requirements ~ Bachelor's degree ~1+ years experience in procurement, soucring or supply chain Preferred skills and experiences Negotiation, conflict resolution, and management skills Experience in managing and executing multiple key activities and competing priorities RSRWH 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. 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. #LI-JR1