Senior Finance Manager, Category Business Units

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 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 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales—close to 90% of which were in the Americas—44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers.

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The Finance General team manages the planning and direction of finance processes and activities. Activities include the efficient operation and cost-effectiveness of operating systems and programs.

Whirlpool is seeking a Senior Finance Manager, Category Business Units to join the Commercial Finance Team, North America Region (NAR). This person will be the lead of the NAR Business Unit Categories and Capital and Engineering finance teams, setting the finance strategy for investments and capital allocation, supporting business case analysis for long-term Category strategies with full P&L ownership, and providing full P&L support for category leadership.

He/she will also partner with the U.S. category marketing team to develop and execute the Category strategy for the U.S. Core business, and act as a liaison between commercial and cost finance teams. The role is fully in‑office, Monday through Friday, located at the Riverview Campus in Benton Harbor, Michigan. A comprehensive relocation package is available for eligible candidates.

• Partner with business leaders to lead and drive product investments processes and decisions focused on maximizing profitable growth across the NAR Business Unit.
• Act as coach to direct reports and extended team members.
• Develop Category Long Range Plans and annual plan targets in line with long‑term value creation goals.
• Connect Category Business teams for data‑driven forecast adjustments and planning decisions for both operational decisions with the cost P&L drivers and commercial strategic decisions driving top‑line growth.
• Partner with NAR finance peers and global peers to share and adopt best practices across One Finance.
• Lead the North America product investment strategy and full P&L ownership, transforming complex data—price, volume, mix—to the definitive performance narrative that drives senior leadership decisions.

• Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in Finance or Accounting.

• MBA.
• Business Acumen:
  Uses extensive knowledge and insight about the business to fully engage in business discussions to maximize shareholder value.
• Strategic Partner:
  Develops effective relationships with finance and cross‑functional partners by building trust, leveraging networks, applying financial expertise, and measuring and driving business results.
• Data‑driven Insights:
  Applies data analytics and judgment to draw insights that inform business decision‑making.
• Coach:
  Uses coaching and development skills to successfully develop team members and coach for high performance.
• Continuous Improvement / Lean:
  Applies lean thinking to streamline finance processes enabling the team to focus on business partnering and impacting future outcomes.
• Communication:
  Exhibits effective communication skills across all levels of leadership.

• 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).

• Always On Flexibility – You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside‑of‑work commitments as needed.
• 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.

• While employees in this role work in‑person Monday through Friday, the company offers flexibility and industry‑leading time‑off benefits to help balance what’s important at work and at home.
• Additional benefits include benefit packages, discounts, and support for personal development.

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.