Analyst, Material Management

Requisition ID : 69578

About Whirlpool Corporation

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE : WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As 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 , KitchenAid , JennAir, Maytag , Amana, Brastemp , Consul , and InSinkErator . 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 WhirlpoolCorp.com .

This role in summary

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for a position within Material Analyst, Warehouse Supervisor .

This role is onsite at our Cleveland, TN facility.

The purpose of this role is to provide leadership to our internal materials group to successfully provide innovative methods for material flow, process redesigns, and improvement. This includes managing hourly group leaders and material handlers while working with production and engineering in accordance with Whirlpool's values and goals in safety, quality, delivery and cost.

Your responsibilities will include

Solid understanding of lean concepts, material flow, quality and productivity / efficiency projects

Accountable for developing the most efficient flow of material through the facility

Achieve Safety, Delivery and Cost goals

Lead receiving in the Purchase warehouse to accurately and timely inbound raw material

Drive a culture of Safety, Accountability, and Accuracy

Drive cross functional relationships to help achieve plant goals, communication and teamwork

Minimum requirements

High School Diploma or GED

3+ years of materials management, warehousing or distribution experience

Preferred skills and experiences

1+ years of experience leading or supervising people

1+ years SAP experience

Six Sigma Green Belt

Manufacturing and supply chain concepts and parts flow

Developing and using standard of work (SOP's)

WCM knowledge : focus on Logistics

Use of Google tools (Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Forms)

Lean Concepts or Change Management experience

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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, free coffee, 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. 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.

Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation

See what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers () . Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook () , Twitter () , LinkedIn () , Instagram () and YouTube () .

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.