• Senior Finance Analyst - Freight & Warehousing…

    Whirlpool Corporation (Benton Harbor, MI)


    ABOUT WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

    Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading kitchen and laundry appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home and inspiring generations with our brands. 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 2023, the company reported approximately $19 billion in annual sales, 59,000 employees, and 55 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

     

    The team you will be a part of

     

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

     

    This role in summary

     

    Whirlpool Corporation is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a critical Senior Finance Analyst - Freight and Warehousing (Transportation & Final Mile) role located at our Riverview Campus in Benton Harbor, Michigan. This is a five-day-per-week onsite role. In this role, you will lead and manage Outbound Transportation and Final Mile Freight & Warehousing (F&W), covering outbound over-the-road transportation, Local Distribution Centers (LDC) Ops, and Final Mile Transportation.

     

    You will be responsible for a budget of $650M and partner with Supply Chain Ops to support Transportation activities and 117 LDC sites. You will also influence business decisions, and demonstrate thought leadership and problem-solving skills to a senior-level audience. You will have the opportunity to work closely with internal stakeholders via direct interactions with cross-functional and cross-finance business partners managing outlooks and month-end results reporting. While doing so, you will have the opportunity to apply finance skills, strengthen business acumen, and accelerate your professional career in a Fortune 200 consumer products company with a global presence. \#LI-DD1

    Your responsibilities will include

    + Lead North America Outbound Freight and LDC financial cycles, including period close, Outlook, Profit Plan, and Long Range Planning

    + Business partner to Operations leadership team

    + Drive cross-functional special projects, which may involve interaction with Supply Chain, Procurement, Accounts Payable, and the Commercial Organization

    + Special projects may include executive insights, transportation productivity analysis, RFP support, and negotiation valuation

    + Prepare materials for all key NAR Financial Meetings

    + Coach and enhance Financial literacy across members of the Supply Chain Organization

    + Serve as a leader within the supported operational team to ensure effective and timely decisions

    Minimum requirements

    + Bachelor’s Degree

    + 3+ years of experience in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain or Business Analytics

    Preferred skills and experiences

    + Degree in Accounting or Finance

    + Strong verbal and written communication skills

    + Professional presence and proven ability to lead and influence business partners and others

    + Ability to communicate and interact with all levels of the organization as well as cross-functionally

    + Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities within tight deadlines

    + System proficiency: SAP, Excel, and Google tools (sheets & slides)

     

    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.

     

    Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation! See what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers (http://www.whirlpoolcareers.com/) . Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/WhirlpoolCorp/) , Twitter (http://twitter.com/whirlpoolcorp) , LinkedIn (http://www.linkedin.com/company/whirlpool-corporation/life/) , Instagram (http://www.instagram.com/whirlpoolcorp/) and YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/user/WhirlpoolCorporation) . At Whirlpool Corporation, we value and celebrate diversity. 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.