Purchasing Buyer - Benton Harbor, MI, United States - BuildSubmarines

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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 and InSinkErator.

Whirlpool is currently seeking a qualified candidate for a Strategic Procurement Buyer.

You will also be communicating strategies and meeting with senior leaders in sourcing council on strategy, sourcing awards, and/or supplier exit strategies.

You will be responsible for the financial, delivery, quality performance of the selected supplier and you will act as an escalation point to resolve issues with your supply base.

Develop and manage the business relationship between Whirlpool and its Suppliers of assigned commodity(ies), within our Global Strategic Sourcing organization (contract negotiations, supplier issue resolution, supplier cost reductions, purchase order creation and management)

Identify, negotiate and recommend sourcing of new components, materials, parts or assemblies as well as manage price and contract terms and conditions over their lifecycle.

Evaluate suppliers on cost, quality, delivery, and other information to determine viability of suppliers and long term supplier strategy
Forecast material performance on a monthly basis for controlled spend and identify, develop and execute projects that optimize total cost of ownership for your assigned commodity(ies)
Drive extraordinary results in meeting critical revenue, cost, quality, delivery, and service objectives
Bachelor's Degree
3+ years' Experience in Procurement, Engineering, Supply Chain or Business

Bachelor's Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering
Financial Management and forecasting
Analytical and related computer skills
Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. Employees in this role work in person Monday through Thursday with the option to work from anywhere on Friday.

We offer other flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what's important at work and at home, including:
Flexible Friday - Option to work extra hours Monday through Thursday to finish up work early on Friday.
Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.

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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