Requisition ID: 64698 

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.

The team you will be a part of The Procurement team identifies researches and evaluates suppliers that meet the organization's standards of price, quality, timing, and reliability of supply. Recognizes and evaluate sales, promotional campaigns, and other opportunities to secure reduced prices. Assesses supplier's products to ensure that they comply with specifications and meet the organization's quality standards.This role in summary

Whirlpool manages Indirect Procurement as a regional function for North America and Latin America North 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 final mile and warehousing subcategories for our LAR North region which includes Mexico and CCA (Central America, Caribbean, Andean Region). This role manage approximately ~$20M in annual spend. This position will engage cross-functional stakeholders and utilize effective Supplier Relationship Management techniques to enhance commercial and operational performance.

Your responsibilities will include

Provide strategic and operational leadership for ~$20M annual category spend, supporting Whirlpool’s LAR North Region manufacturing plants and distribution network.
● Developing and implementing the sourcing strategy for the Final Mile & Warehousing subcategories
● 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 & Warehouse 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 & Warehousing services including, but not limited to contract management, financial forecasting, and supplier performance management.

Minimum requirements

● Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business or Engineering
● 1+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement or supply chain

Preferred skills and experiences

● 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

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