Senior Buyer

Whirlpool • Benton Harbor, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Whirlpool is seeking qualified candidates to join our Global Strategic Sourcing, as a Senior Buyer (Senior Analyst, Procurement) over Information Technology (IT) for North America (US and Canada) and in some instances globally within the Indirect Procurement organization. The role is located in Benton Harbor, Michigan. In this role, you will have accountability for assigned IT software subcategories, hardware, or managed services. This position will engage cross-functional stakeholders and utilize effective Supplier Relationship Management techniques and negotiations skills to enhance total cost, service level and operational performance.
In addition, the chosen individual will work closely with business partners to execute initiatives that will drive down complexity, including but not limited to ordering process improvements, supply base reductions, and scaled standardization of purchases across manufacturing sites.
The Senior Buyer is responsible and accountable to lead category strategies, sourcing initiatives (RFQ/RFP), supplier selection, and contracting aligned to Policy and Procedures. The role is highly cross functional and requires the ability to lead the right outcomes for Business Functions, Global Strategic Sourcing, and Whirlpool Corporation. This leader will support/lead National, Regional, and Global initiatives to deliver company imperatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 4+ years of experience in Procurement, Sourcing, IT Sourcing, or IT

Nice To Haves

• 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
• Project management in adherence to objectives and milestones
• Manage, prioritize, and execute multiple key activities

Responsibilities

• Collaborate and influence internal Business Stakeholders and Suppliers through category strategies and insights
• Provide leadership and management for procurement projects and initiatives
• Drive extraordinary results through negotiations for cost savings, quality, and delivery KPI
• Drive change, compliance, and continuous improvement
• Lead category activities by:
• Leading Request for Quote Process
• Developing and implementing category strategies to drive direction and results.
• Negotiation and Contract Management
• Optimizing sourcing projects, key initiatives, and supplier negotiations
• Conduct market insights and deliver risk mitigation plans and actions
• Drive and deliver substantial supply base reduction through strengthening partnerships with key business stakeholders and suppliers.
• Respond to and resolve day-to-date operational supply base challenges

Benefits

• Generous benefits package
• Whirlpool employee discount
• fitness & educational reimbursement programs
• kitchenettes
• Beautiful, recently renovated office space
• free coffee
• biking/walking trails
• access to The Eddy - Early Childhood Center (depending upon availability - additional costs required).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees