Senior Analyst, Procurement

Whirlpool Corporation; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Education reimbursement

Fitness reimbursement

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation in Benton Harbor, MI seeks a Senior Buyer for Global Strategic Sourcing focused on Ground Transportation. You will manage ~ $375M annual spend, lead Final Mile sourcing strategy, and partner with cross-functional teams to improve cost and service.

The role demands strong negotiation, supplier management, and analytics to drive performance. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to shape strategic sourcing across North America.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 4+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement or supply chain.
• Experience implementing supplier management and sourcing principles is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for ground transportation category spend across North America.
• Develop and implement the Final Mile sourcing strategy.
• Lead negotiations and generate contractual agreements with suppliers.
• Drive supplier performance management and build commercial relationships.
• Create and execute initiatives to optimize cost, quality and service.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners and Final Mile Operations to improve performance.
• Ensure compliance with Global Procurement policies and processes.

Skills

Supplier management

Sourcing principles

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain/Procurement/Business/Engineering

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 -

41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional

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

This role in summary

Whirlpool is seeking qualified candidates to join our Global Strategic Sourcing, as a Senior Buyer, Global Strategic Sourcing - Ground Transportation (Senior Analyst, Procurement). The role is located in Benton Harbor, Michigan.

Whirlpool manages Indirect Procurement as a regional function for North America and is based out of our North American Region (NAR) Headquarters. The Indirect Procurement team manages purchases of indirect materials and services required to design, manufacture, distribute and advertise our products, supporting most functional areas throughout the company.

In this role, you will have accountability for the Ground Transportation subcategories for North America (US and Canada) and manage approximately ~$375M in annual spend. This position will engage cross-functional stakeholders and utilize effective Supplier Relationship Management techniques to enhance commercial and operational performance.

Your responsibilities will include

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for ~$220M annual category spend, supporting Whirlpool’s North America Region manufacturing plants and distribution network
• Developing and implementing the sourcing strategy for the Final Mile subcategory
• Lead fact-based sourcing decisions, negotiate commercial terms, and generate contractual agreements with the supply base
• Drive supplier performance management and build commercial relationships
• Create, measure, and execute initiatives that optimize cost, quality, and service
• Build cross-functional partnerships across the business and engage Final Mile Operations to generate, and execute solutions to improve Whirlpool Corporation's operational and cost performance
• Ensure compliance with Global Procurement policies, procedures, and processes
• Drive continuous improvement of processes related to the sourcing of Final Mile services including, but not limited to contract management, financial forecasting, and supplier performance management

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 4+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement or supply chain

Preferred skills and experiences

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business or Engineering
• Demonstrated practical use of supplier management and sourcing principles
• Proven communication, negotiation, conflict resolution and management skills
• Strong analytical and computer related skills
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple key activities
• Ability to quickly build strong rapport and relationships with internal process partners and suppliers
• Ability to grow in your technical abilities to become a subject matter expert

What we offer

Generous benefits package (https://www.whirlpoolcareers.com/work-with-us-ca-experienced/), 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).

Additional information

Whirlpool’s Ways of Working

Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. 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 (http://www.whirlpoolcareers.com/) . Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/WhirlpoolCorp/) , Twitter (http://twitter.com/whirlpoolcorp) , LinkedIn (http://www.linkedin.com/company/whirlpool-corporation/life/) , Instagram (http://www.instagram.com/whirlpoolcorp/) and YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/user/WhirlpoolCorporation) .

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.