Senior Sales Manager, Retail & Builder Channel - Northwest; Remote

## Senior Sales Manager, Retail & Builder Channel - Northwest (Remote)
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** Requisition :
** 72506
** About Whirlpool Corporation
** Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life  theonly 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. Additional information about the company can be found at  
** The team you will be a part of
** The
** Sr. Sales Manager for the West Region
** is a sales leadership-focused role emphasizing market manager development within the retail and builder channel, along with strategy creation and continuous improvement for critical accounts and business segments.##
** This role in summary
** The Retail & Builder channel within Whirlpool Corporation covers the West Region, including California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Colorado. The region consists of 8 Market Managers and 2 Top Account Sales Managers.##
** Your responsibilities will include
*** Lead 10 market managers
* Master the regional P&L with specific ownership of market manager and MDR quota attainment
* Provide thought leadership in working with regional leadership (RSD, BDISR, NBDM) in creating retail and contract/builder strategies
* Execute strategies and deliver results, prioritizing quarterly objectives, and ensuring the region is delivering strong retail and contract/builder growth
* Provide leadership for Ferguson, Whirlpool’s largest ACD, driving accountability among each market manager to prospect & deliver both outside contract and inside showroom sales
* Foster positive people leader experiences, making the region a destination for top talent
* Create a transparent, open culture of sharing best practices, constructive feedback
* Own the performance management process for direct reports: EPE, objective setting, and quota development
* Drive operational excellence in partnership with the sales operations team and other process partners
* Develop thought leadership that brings a solutions-driven, continuous improvement mindset
* Lead continuous improvement initiatives that deliver operational enhancements to the region
* Build strong relationships across Sr. Manager peer set & NBDM teams, ensuring collaboration and culture of learning##
** Minimum requirements
*** Bachelor Degree
* 5+ years of strategic selling and negotiating in the home appliance marketplace##
** Preferred skills and experiences
*** Past selling experience
* Posture of curiosity and passion for learning
* Ability to create trust & followership
* Proactive coaching and exhibiting servant leadership
* Exceptional communication skills and detailed follow up
* Analytical and continuous improvement mindset
* Strong financial acumen including P&L understanding
* Strong knowledge of Whirlpool operations and support functions process##
** What we offer
** Generous benefits package, Whirlpool employee discount, fitness & educational reimbursement programs, kitchenettes, and more! Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations:
Beautiful, recently renovated office space, Barista Bar, biking/walking trails, and access to The Eddy - Early Childhood Center (depending upon availability - additional costs required).##
** Additional information
** Whirlpool’s Ways of Working 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 industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what’s important at work and at home, including:
* ** 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.##
** Compensation Data**$85,000 - $155,000 + Annual Bonus