Senior Buyer, NAR Carbon Steel

Company: Whirlpool Corp.
Location: Benton Harbor
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

Requisition ID: 53446Whirlpool 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 Yummly. In 2021, the company reported approximately $22 billion in annual sales, 69,000 employees and 54 manufacturing and technology research centers. Whirlpool Corporation is consistently recognized by FORTUNE as one of the World's Most Admired Companies. Our values are the driving force behind everything we do. Integrity, Respect, Inclusion & Diversity, One Whirlpool, and Spirit of Winning propel our teams to excellence. Get to know us and see what it's like to be part of a company that is in constant pursuit of improving life at home.This role in summaryWhirlpool is seeking a qualified candidates forthe role of Senior Analyst, Procurement to join our Global Strategic Sourcing organizationsupporting our North American Carbon Steel Commodity team. Today , you might be working on a supply agreement. Tomorrow, you'll be creating a commodity strategy for the globe, and aligning with counterparts in other regions, process partners, and senior leaders.You will also be communicating strategies and meeting with senior leaders in the sourcing council on strategy, sourcing awards, and/or supplier exit strategies.Employees in this role can work a hybrid schedule of three core days in office and two days remote. This enables employeesto come together to collaborate in-person and gives employees the added flexibility to work remotelyYour responsibilities will include Develop and manage the business relationship between Whirlpool and its Suppliers of the 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 the viability of suppliers and long term supplier strategy Forecast material perform ance 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' of experience in Procurement,Supply Chain & Logistics, Engineering, Finance, or Operations Preferred skills and experiences Demonstrated practical use of supplier management and sourcing principles Negotiation, conflict resolution, and management skills Quickly build strong rapport and relationships with internal process partners an suppliers Analytical and related computer skills Manage and prioritize multiple activitie Driven individual with a vision and work ethic required for future growth RSRWHConnect with us and learn more about Whirlpool CorporationSee 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.Nearest Major Market: Niles Nearest Secondary Market: South Bend Job Segment: Strategic Sourcing, Logistics, Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineer, Operations, Engineering

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