HR Project Management Lead

About 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 drives 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 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales, with ~90% in the Americas, 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers.

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The Project Management team manages all aspects of a large scale and complex project, from start to finish, so that it is completed on time and within budget. Design, communicate, and implement an operational plan for completing a project; monitor progress and performance against the project plan; resolve operational problems and minimize delays. Identify, develop, and gather necessary resources to complete the project.

Whirlpool is seeking a highly skilled and motivated HR Project Management Lead to drive the successful planning, execution, and delivery of strategic Business Unit Services (BUS) and Human Resources initiatives. This role ensures our HR operating model management system is efficiently deployed and maintained, project portfolios are aligned with business priorities, and all key HR initiatives meet established scope, timeline, and budget requirements.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in project management, excellent stakeholder engagement skills, and a deep understanding of HR processes and systems.

This role is fully onsite, Monday - Friday, at our Global Headquarters in Benton Harbor, Michigan. A comprehensive relocation package is available for eligible candidates.

• HR Model Management and System Leadership:
  Lead the governance and continuous evolution of the HR operating model and associated management systems, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and operational needs.
• Portfolio Planning and Prioritization:
  Develop capacity plans for the HR project portfolio, facilitate prioritization based on strategic impact, ROI, and resource availability, and maintain a centralized view of all HR projects, dependencies, and resource utilization.
• Project Execution and Delivery:
  Lead and manage complex HR projects from initiation through closure, monitor scope, schedule, and budget, and ensure high-quality deliverables and successful adoption of new HR processes or systems. Coach and guide other project managers on best practices.
• Strategic Financial Planning and Performance:
  Lead the annual HR Profit Plan process, coordinate with Corporate Finance, monitor expenditures against the plan, and provide accurate forecasts and budget variance management.
• Continuous Improvement and Metrics:
  Define and report KPIs for HR operational effectiveness, champion continuous improvement initiatives, and conduct post-implementation reviews to capture lessons learned.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Project or Program Management.
• 2+ years of experience in HR (Human Resources).

• Strong business acumen and HR functional knowledge.
• Experience with financial planning and budgeting processes (e.g., Profit Plan).
• Familiarity with contemporary HR technologies and systems (e.g., SAP Success Factors).
• Experience leading a small team of project coordinators or analysts.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, controlling scope, schedule, and budget.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies (PMP or equivalent certification preferred).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Generous benefits package, Whirlpool employee discount, fitness & educational reimbursement programs, kitchenettes, and more. Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations offer an office space, coffee, biking/walking trails, and access to The Eddy (availability and costs may vary).

Whirlpool’s Ways of Working and Benefits:
Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. While employees in this role work in-person Monday through Friday, we offer flexibility and time-off benefits to balance work and home life, including:

• Always On Flexibility:
  Autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments.
• Two-Week Work from Anywhere:
  Minimum of one-week increments for a total of two weeks per year.
• Sabbatical:
  Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.

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