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Whirlpool
Senior Analyst, Procurement
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A Procurement Analyst is responsible for the analysis of purchasing within an organization, ensuring that the purchasing strategy is kept to and that inventory levels are maintained.
$71,360 / year median in Michigan
-5% projected decline
Job Description
Requisition ID:
71432 About Whirlpool Corporation Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE:
WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S- based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, 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 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales
- close to 90% of which were in the Americas
- 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers.
- Development and implementation of a global sourcing strategy for semiconductor commodities.
- Manage strategic relationships with key semiconductor suppliers (e.g.,NXP, ST, Infineon, Renesas)
- Lead commercial negotiations and capacity securing strategies
- Monitor market dynamics (AI-driven demand, capacity shifts, geopolitical impacts)
- Analysis of spend categories and market conditions for appropriate application of sourcing strategies
- Identify and convert cost reduction opportunities based on solid understanding of costs drivers and manufacturing processes
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration and building global relationships
- Ensure compliance with all sourcing processes, following GSS procedures including but not limited to Sourcing Plan, Sourcing Selection, Sourcing Committee. Ensure Supply base compliance from a contractual, ethical, quality, financial risk standpoint.
- Coordinate all the involved functions to ensure product launch at the right cost, quality and time for a defined set of suppliers.
- Monitor allocation and coverage ## Minimum requirements
- Bachelor's Degree
- 4+ years of experience in Procurement, Sourcing, IT Sourcing, IT or Manufacturing ## Preferred skills and experiences
- Engineering as well as home appliances background
- Strong negotiation and analytical skills
- Good at data analysis and structural thinking and problem solving
- Ability to work independently in a dynamic and ambiguous global environment supporting multiple time zones
- Strong ownership and collaboration skills on an international level
- 5+ years sourcing experience in a multinational environment
- Sourcing experience from a multinational company
- Experience in dealing with complex and cross-functional organizations with Engineering, Marketing, etc.
- Motivated to work in a global environment, high flexibility to adapt to different cultures, fast learner
- Self-motivated, strong autonomy and result-oriented person with minimal supervision and great potential to grow within the organization
- Ability to quickly build strong relationships with internal process partners and suppliers ## Additional information 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.