Senior Analyst, Procurement

Whirlpool, Inc.; Apodaca; Presencial; MXN 600.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Whirlpool Corporation in Mexico is seeking an experienced Tooling Engineer to define and manage stamping tooling for new appliance products. You will work with Product Engineering, Project Management and Procurement to forecast capital purchases and optimize tooling cost and performance.

You will lead tool supplier evaluations, ensure tooling designs meet specifications, and drive projects to successful startup while maintaining strong cross-functional collaboration.

Formación

• BSME / BSMET or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 5 years designing stamping tooling.
• Experience with tooling maintenance and preventive plans.
• Lean manufacturing knowledge is preferred.
• Strong communication and project management skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead stamping tooling projects from concept through delivery.
• Coordinate RFQs and select tooling suppliers and quotes.
• Translate GD&T and component specs into tooling designs.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Engineering and Quality teams.
• Develop capital investment plans and cost-down opportunities.

Conocimientos

Stamping tooling design

Capital tooling budgeting

Lean Manufacturing

Project management

English proficiency

Educación

BSME / BSMET

Herramientas

CREO

AutoCAD

3D Modeling

Descripción del empleo

Requisition ID: 72384About Whirlpool CorporationWhirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constantpursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchenand laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolvingneeds of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid,JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2025, the company reportedapproximately $16 billion in annual net sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas -41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additionalinformation about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.The team you will be a part ofThe 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 summaryWhirlpool is looking for an experienced Tooling Engineer with a strong background in appliance manufacturing operations. As part of the Tooling and Equipment group, the successful candidate will work closely with Product Engineering, Project Management, Commodity Management and our new product organization to define, coordinate and manage the acquisition of the necessary stamping tooling to successfully manufacture and deliver winning new products to the marketplace. This will cover coveted brands such as Whirlpool, Amana, Estate, KitchenAid, and Maytag.The successful candidate will be at the forefront of developing new appliance products by providing manufacturing early design consultation services, while establishing the early capital budget estimates.Your responsibilities will includeAs the Tooling & Equipment Stamping Engineer you will be accountable for supporting new product integration by providing expertise to each of the key functions.Working closely with the Procurement group and Engineering and Technology to forecast and budget capital purchases.Expert on providing stamping assumptions (tooling type, process, press size) and capital investment with preliminary information.Create efficient RFQs avoiding over-designing, requesting the exact quality for the product wanted.Champion redesigning stamped parts to obtain benefits in capital investment and final cost of the part.Coordinating competitive quoting events, providing tooling specifications, evaluating and making tool supplier selections, and managing tooling projects through PIQ, tooling delivery and start-up.Proficient skills to manipulate parts in 3D modeling software (CREO and AutoCADEfficient simulation interpretations of potential issues and provide action plans.Forecast appropriate spend targets, optimize tooling spend, and develop technical cost down opportunities with preferred tool suppliers.Experience developing Best Cost Country suppliers in order to obtain benefits in capital investment and time without sacrificing quality.Ensuring that tooling solutions are flexible in design to accommodate long range new product cadence plans with the intent of minimizing future capital requirements.Champion designing parts without affecting the performance of the piece.Champion redesigning parts to obtain benefits in capital investment and final cost of the part.Interface regularly with Commodity Management, Quality Engineering and Procurement representatives to align on Strategic Sourcing and gain alignment on tool supplier performance.Leading projects and special assignments as required.Minimum requirementsBSME, BSMET or equivalent.Proficient English level, maintain technical conversation in English.Solid experience with stamping dies and product knowledge.5 years of experience designing and reviewing tool design for stamping tooling.Experience developing and implementing preventive and corrective maintenance plans for stamping tooling.Prefer experience in home appliances.Knowledge on tool construction processes (CNC, EDM, Wire, welding, grinding, etc) in order to calculate time and cost for new tools, repairs and modifications.Expert on spare parts and standard tool components catalogs.Basic knowledge in Injection molds, EPS, extrusion, thermoforming and foaming tools.Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing concepts.Strong analytical and problem solving skills.Capable to analyze an stamping issue and understand the root cause of the problemStrong interpersonal and team building skills with the ability to work in a team environment.Excellent project management skills.Experience in at least 10 mega projects (70 tools per project)Ability to translate component GD&T into tooling designs so that critical interfaces are assured.Proficient on metrology having full knowledge on part prints.Experience in new product introductions, including the direct planning and acquisition of the associated capital tooling.Must have a demonstrated history of gathering input from key stakeholders and gaining their buy-in.Must have a demonstrated history of success working in a matrix managed environment.Must have demonstrated success in translating technical concepts to commonly used business language.Engage tool suppliers and part suppliers with early supplier involvement to assure project success.Supplier management and developmentConnect 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.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.