Senior Analyst, Procurement

Overview

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company that strives to improve life  is the only major U.S.

-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, driving innovation to meet consumer needs through iconic brands such as Whirlpool, Kitchen Aid, Jenn Air, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and In Sink Erator . In 2024, Whirlpool reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales, 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers.

We are looking for a Senior Analyst to lead procurement licensing initiatives within the Licensing business unit at our Riverview Campus in Benton Harbor, Michigan. The position is fully onsite, Monday through Friday.

• Strategic sourcing and vendor management – lead analysis of new sourcing opportunities, negotiate, and execute licensee contracts, and assess associated business and legal risks.
• Performance and compliance – establish accountability, manage licensee performance, and drive initiatives to meet or exceed key business metrics (revenue, quality, service).
• Growth and strategy – contribute to short‑ and long‑term licensing strategies and support development of newer categories.
• Financial oversight – maintain centralized tracking and reporting for all licensing activities, manage financial audits to verify full licensee compliance.
• Collaboration – build working relationships with licensee and business teams (KASA licensing, engineering, legal, risk management, and finance) to ensure successful project execution and strategic alignment.
• Apply procurement principles – sourcing strategies, RFP processes, licensee management, negotiation, contract development, and execution.
• Project and product management skills – plan, organize, manage priorities, and apply analytical and quality mindset.
• Leadership and communication – strong interpersonal, motivational, and communication skills with the ability to learn new systems (Royalty Zone).

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 3+ years of sourcing and/or product or project management experience, contract management, business, law, or marketing.

• Experience in licensing, business development, partnerships, or related fields.
• Proven negotiation skills with the ability to drive win‑win outcomes and handle complex discussions.
• Strong understanding of contract structures, intellectual property rights, and licensing framework.
• Strategic problem‑solving skills and ability to propose creative solutions when challenges arise.

• Generous benefits package, employee discount, fitness and educational reimbursement programs, kitchenettes, and more.
• Beautiful, recently renovated office space at Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations with free coffee, biking/walking trails, and access to The Eddy – Early Childhood Center (additional costs may apply).
• Work‑life flexibility:
  Always On Flexibility, Two‑Week Work from Anywhere (minimum one‑week increments for a total of two weeks per year), Sabbatical benefit after five years of service.

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.