Requisition ID: 67798 

ABOUT WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION 
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading kitchen and laundry appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home and inspiring generations with our brands. 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 2023, the company reported approximately $19 billion in annual sales, 59,000 employees, and 55 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 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 summary

We are seeking qualified candidates for an Associate, Procurement opening to join our Global Strategic Sourcing organization. 
The ideal candidate will possess the right balance of strategic thought leadership, analytics, and operational excellence to optimize results for Whirlpool Corporation.  A highly visible role working closely with business leaders, supply chain operations, and procurement to analyze, develop, and drive category sourcing strategy and respective initiatives to deliver breakthrough results in terms of cost savings, free cash flow, and supply base rationalization. This role will be located in Monterrey, MX.

Your responsibilities will include

Today, you might be performing detailed industry and supplier analytics. Tomorrow, you might be identifying cost and quality opportunities that leverage Whirlpool's global scale.  Depending on the project, you will perform as both a team member or initiative leader to implement these projects.  You can count on the fact that your work will support major business decisions with potential for exposure at highest leadership levels.
Lead and support disciplined sourcing methods within Global Strategic Sourcing - supply base management, contract negotiations, supplier issue resolution, cost reduction project management, purchase order creation and management.  
Identify, negotiate, and recommend sourcing of Truckload, Fleet, Intermodal, and other services; as well as, manage price and contract terms and conditions over their lifecycle.
Total cost analytics on certain assigned sub commodities or services to achieve best cost, quality, and delivery.
Drive and deliver strategic objectives through strengthening partnerships with key stakeholders and suppliers.
Quickly and effectively respond and resolve day-to-date operational supply base challenges; developing procurement and leadership skills.

Minimum requirements

Bachelor’s Degree 
Purchasing, Procurement, Engineering, or Supply Chain experience

Preferred skills and experiences

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management.
Exceptional interpersonal, motivational, and influential skills to engage and build rapport with business partners
Strong verbal and written communication
Negotiation skills and conflict resolution
Interpret and manipulate data with strong analytical skills
Successfully project manage in adherence to objectives and milestones
Ability to manage, prioritize, and execute multiple key activities.

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