Senior Manager, Supply & Logistics

Requisition  Whirlpool Corporation Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life  the only major U.S.

-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, Kitchen Aid, Jenn Air, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and In Sink Erator . In 2025, the company reported approximately $16 billion in annual net sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers.

Additional information about the company can be found at  team you will be a part ofYou will be an integral member of the Manufacturing Greenville team supporting the Small Domestic Appliances (SDA) business unit at Whirlpool’s Greenville, OH Warehousing facility, reporting directly to the Plant Senior Director.

This role in summary

Manage a team responsible for warehousing and distribution, global logistics, transportation, trade and environmental compliance, and international order fulfillment. Lead all aspects of shipping and receiving to and from each plant or distribution center globally.

Your responsibilities will include

Ensure compliance with all plant and warehouse safety procedures and guidelines. Coordinate/execute plant and warehouse safety and job training requirements.

Drive continuous improvement in our warehousing, distribution, transportation and trade compliance department. Research best practices and identify those that will differentiate Greenville/Kitchen Aid within the marketplace it serves and drive uncompromised customer satisfaction.

Ownership of the handling, storage, and distribution to the end consumer. The facility's master distribution center is a high volume environment shipping tens of thousands of units per day to all corners of the world.

Design and implement global distribution strategies to support our international markets.

Inventory management for all Domestic, International and D2C customers.

Understand all import/export requirements as needed, global trade tariffs and duties; understand U.S. customs requirements, including USMCA, and manage relationships with custom house brokers.

Provide clear leadership, strategic direction and oversight to the Trade and Environment compliance team. (Reach, RoHS, Prop 65, Buy American Act, etc.). Ensure C-TPAT Certification standards are maintained.

Develop and implement a logistics and transportation strategy which meets the current and five year objectives while also meeting customer needs: focusing on speed, cost, reliability, and visibility. Develop and manage key performance indicators to ensure these goals are met.

Develop relationships with key providers, negotiate rates and contracts as needed, and help develop service metrics with all carriers and outsource partners. Communicate on a regular basis the cost, service, and quality information to the organization. Identify variances and coordinate distribution management reviews to drive continuous improvement.

Set strategy for, select, and manage any and all 3PL partnerships around the world. Ensure compliance with all D.O.T. Hazardous Material regulations.

Coach and develop leaders, managers, and team members to meet Kitchen Aid strategic goals and objectives, including identifying training and development needs.

Develop strong partnerships with plant management, material and finished goods planning, transportation, quality and inventory control.

And all other duties as assigned.

Minimum requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related fieldA minimum of 10 years Supply Chain (preferably focused in Logistics and Distribution)…