Senior Analyst, Materials Packaging Lead

Whirlpool Corporation; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Always On Flexibility

Work from Anywhere (1 week minimum)

Sabbatical after years of service

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation in the United States is seeking a Packaging Manager to support US and Mexico manufacturing, overseeing the NAR inbound materials packaging program through vendor management and cross-functional partnerships.

You will hold P&L responsibility for a multi-million dollar budget, lead network-wide projects to enforce packaging standards, and drive lean improvements and best-practice sharing across plants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging or Industrial Engineering.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and supply chain concepts.
• Project management experience is an asset; P&L is a plus.
• Familiarity with packaging industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage returnable packaging flow with suppliers and plants.
• Lead packaging design projects and lean initiatives.
• PC Portal support and Whirlpack system enhancements.
• Lead the NAR Materials SAP/System core team across 14 plants.

Skills

Lean concepts

Change management

Problem solving

Supplier conversations

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Google Slides

Google Forms

Google Drawings

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Packaging or Industrial Eng)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Requisition ID: 71980

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 supports US and Mexico manufacturing and is overall responsible for administration and management of the NAR inbound materials packaging program, through vendor management, cross functional partnership, and indirect leadership. You'll have P&L responsibility for a multi-million dollar budget that supports returnable packaging purchases, maintenance, and other related projects. You'll lead and support network wide projects to enforce NAR packaging standards, continuously improve processes, and foster standard adherence and best practice sharing.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Management of the returnable packaging flow, working with part suppliers, transportation partners, service providers, and plant level materials teams, to drive continuous improvement activities utilizing lean principles.
• Project management of new packaging designs, lean projects including business case development, piloting solutions and final implementation
• PC Portal Support and Whirlpack Solution business lead - build, maintain, and support functionality of systems and enhancements
• Tasks / Project Support for 14 plants - Leader of NAR Materials SAP/System core team

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (preferably Packaging Engineering or Industrial Engineering)
• Knowledge of manufacturing and supply chain concepts and parts flow.
• Project management experience is an asset. P&L responsibility is a plus.
• Supply Chain Management, Knowledge of Industry Standards for Packaging

Preferred Skills And Experiences

• Understanding of lean concepts.
• Understands and employs basic change management methodology.
• Uses logic and problem solving tools to develop plans to meet targets and look forward proactively and to prioritize.
• Can lead conversations with suppliers in a proactive, productive manner.
• Use of Google Tools (Google: Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms & Drawings).

Benefits

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.