Senior Buyer (Senior Analyst, Procurement)

About the role

This Role In Summary
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.

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-day operational supply base challenges

Qualifications

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

Preferred Skills And Experiences

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Benefits

• Generous benefits package
• Whirlpool employee discount
• Fitness & educational reimbursement programs
• Kitchenettes
• Additional Information

What We Offer

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