Buyer, Indirect Procurement (Analyst) - Onsite

Whirlpool Corporation; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Always On Flexibility

Work from Anywhere

Sabbatical

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation in Benton Harbor, MI is seeking a Buyer, Indirect Procurement (Analyst) to manage supplier relationships and commercial activities across indirect categories. You will develop category strategies and lead negotiations, ensuring compliant governance and strong cost performance.

The role requires 2+ years in strategic sourcing or procurement, a Bachelor’s degree, and the ability to collaborate with internal stakeholders while driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 2+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement.

Responsibilities

• Supplier and Commercial Management: manage and improve supplier performance and commercial relationships; negotiate contracts and statements of work; resolve daily operational challenges.
• Strategy and Category Leadership: develop category strategies; lead governance and controls; conduct market analysis; report financial results; drive supplier consolidation.
• Project Leadership and Performance: prioritize resources; lead procurement projects; deliver results across key KPIs such as cost savings and delivery.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: collaborate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers; champion change; drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Communication and Interpersonal

Negotiation and Procurement

Analytical and Financial

Technical and Systems

Leadership and Management

Business Acumen

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

e-sourcing tools

Job description

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 2025, the company reported approximately $16 billion in annual net sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - with 41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers.

This Role In Summary

Whirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Buyer, Indirect Procurement (Analyst). This role will be based in Benton Harbor, MI. Information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Supplier and Commercial Management:
  • Manage and improve supplier performance and commercial relationships
  • Negotiate and finalize contracts and/or statements of work with Whirlpool's suppliers
  • Resolve daily operational challenges within the supply base
• Strategy and Category Leadership:
  • Develop and execute category strategies to achieve objectives
  • Lead category activities with robust management systems, governance, and controls
  • Conduct market analysis to inform strategies and implement risk mitigation plans.
  • Report out financial results driven by the negotiations
  • Drive substantial supply base consolidation through enhanced partnerships with key stakeholders and suppliers
• Project Leadership and Performance:
  • Prioritize resources and manage critical projects to meet milestones and objectives
  • Provide leadership for procurement projects and initiatives
  • Deliver outstanding results across critical KPIs, including cost savings and delivery
• Stakeholder Collaboration:
  • Collaborate and influence both internal Business Stakeholders and external Suppliers
  • Champion change, ensure compliance, and drive continuous improvement across processes

Key Deliverables

• Achieve year-over-year cost reductions across Indirect categories
• Achieve Supplier Base Rationalization to grow strategic partnerships and drive compliance.
• Develop and execute detailed sourcing strategies across key categories that are required to deliver objectives
• Partner with key stakeholders to improve cross-functional engagement and productivity
• Support business growth through competitive commercial and delivery terms

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 2+ years experience in strategic sourcing or procurement

Preferred Skills And Experiences

• Communication and Interpersonal: Excellent written and verbal communication in English. Strong interpersonal, motivational, and influential skills to engage and build rapport with the business. Strong customer focus with the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the business
• Negotiation and Procurement Expertise: Successful negotiation experience, contract development and execution, and conflict resolution. Strong application of strategic RFP processes, supplier management, and other procurement principles. Experience and/or knowledge with Indirect Procurement services
• Analytical and Financial: Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and manipulate data. Strong planning, organizational, managing, and financial skills
• Technical and Systems: Proficient PC-related skills. Familiarity with e-sourcing tools.
• Leadership and Management: Strong leadership attributes and decision-making abilities. Proven ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously, manage, prioritize, and execute multiple key activities. Project management in adherence to objectives and milestones.
• Business Acumen: Ability to understand the Whirlpool business environment, requirements, and corporate culture

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).

Whirlpool’s Ways of Working

Benefits

• 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.

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.