Damage Prevention Manager

Whirlpool, Inc.; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Always On Flexibility

Two-Week Work from Anywhere

Sabbatical

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation in Benton Harbor, MI, seeks a results-driven leader to guide a team of Analysts in Supply and Logistics. You will drive improvements in product handling, reduce damage, and oversee metrics like damage reduction and return rate.

The role requires strong leadership, cross-functional project management, and data analysis skills. You will partner with Engineering, Quality, and 3PL providers to optimize processes, translate data insights into decisions, and drive safer, faster,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• 5+ years of leadership and experience managing service providers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct the team of Analysts with clear structure and support.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners (Engineering, Quality, 3PL) to reduce product damage.
• Develop and implement process improvements for handling procedures.
• Analyze data to identify where to work and drive business decisions.

Skills

Leadership

SAP

Tableau

BEx/BW

WMS

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

BEx/BW

Tableau

WMS

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 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. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

The team you will be a part of

The Supply and Logistics team is responsible for keeping the appropriate levels of materials and/or stock supplies with the aim to maximize inventory control and company sales. Organizes deliveries to meet given deadlines and customer expectations. Supervises and tracks the flow of materials and products from suppliers throughout the organization.

This role in summary

This role leads a team of Analyst(s) to drive improvements in product handling, reduce damage within the supply chain, and manage key performance metrics like damage reduction and return rate. The role involves category and warehouse accountability, and requires strong leadership, cross-functional project management, and data analysis skills.

Your responsibilities will include

• Lead and provide direction, structure, and support to the team of Analysts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners (e.g., Engineering, Quality, 3PL providers) to reduce product damage.
• Develop and implement process improvements for handling procedures.
• Analyze data to identify 'where to work' and drive business decisions.

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor Degree (supply chain, business, engineering, operations or related).
• 5+ years with a strong track record of leadership and managing service providers.

Preferred skills and experiences

• Proficiency in SAP, BEX/BW, Tableau & WMS systems.
• Ability to lead through influence, organize large bodies of work, and apply continuous improvement/change management.

Additional information

Whirlpool's Ways of Working

Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. While employees in this role work in-person Monday through Friday. 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.

Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation

See 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.