Job Description

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Requisition ID: 60400

ABOUT WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is committed to being the best global kitchen and laundry company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. In an increasingly digital world, the company is driving purposeful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht, JennAir, Indesit, Yummly and InSinkErator. In 2022, the company reported approximately $20 billion in annual sales, 61,000 employees and 56 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

Responsible for developing strong relationships with key stakeholders within the corporate and factory levels and to execute strategic sourcing for commodities to drive value and significantly impact bottom-line profitability.

Your responsibilities will include

Responsible for developing strong relationships with key stakeholders within the corporate and factory levels and to execute strategic sourcing for commodities to drive value and significantly impact bottom-line profitability.

Develop detailed strategic approach to manage Strategic Commodities which may Include Motor, Electronics, Electromechanical, wire harness, Glass, Heater, Pump & Gearbox (Mechanical or Electronics commodity) as a commodity to set future targets across standards, cost, performance , warranty and Lead time

Perform risk management regarding supply contracts and agreements & Comply Supplier with various audits as per Company policies.

Negotiate with external suppliers to secure the most advantageous terms to improve effectiveness of suppliers and accountable for supplier agreements

Accountable for Purchase order, SAP usage, Schedule Management process.

Business continuity, ensuring no gap in Supply vs Demand with no production loss.

Good in Data management, Financial reporting from procurement perspective.

Manage Total Cost Of Ownership (BOM, Overall Cost Structure, Quality & logistics)

Collaborate with key functional stakeholders to launch new projects.

Analyzing improvement opportunities to root cause and corrective actions

Creating justification , communication and gain consensus for new projects

Good to have Experience in SAP, Excel / Google Sheet & PPT / Google Slides.

Minimum requirements

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS - B.Tech (Mech/Production /Electronics/Elec.)

EXPERIENCE/ PREFERRED INDUSTRY - 4-6 yrs of experience

KEY STAKEHOLDERS

Internal :

Engineering

Product Management Team

Target Costing Team

Supply Chain Team

Finance

Marketing

Supplier Quality

External :

Suppliers

Preferred skills and experiences

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:

Hands-on Excel / SAP/ PPT / Google Slides / Google Sheets

Reporting & Data Analysis

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES :

Good Interpersonal skills

Ability to follow agreed business processes and procedures

Expert analytic and systematic and Presentation skills

Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation

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At Whirlpool Corporation, we value and celebrate diversity. 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.

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