About this role
Your responsibilities will include Manages Global SKU goverance through the Global Product Approval (GPA) process Manages cross-functional teams through the regional execution projects. Develops detailed work plans, schedules, dependencies, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports based on project scope and objectives Develops plans to mitigate risks and resolve issues Manages tradeoffs to ensure optimal results are achieved Works with Product Marketing Manager to define project scope and objectives for ML Projects. Facilitate E&T activities for OEM projects, insure readiness for tollgate events and present tollgates to leadership team. Development projects and/Products launched on cost, quality and time and meeting Product Leadership criteria 5+ years of proven program and project management experience of increasing size and scope. Bachelor's degree (Preference: Engineering) Expert skill and knowledge in appropriate application area, subject matter, category, etc. Ability to see the high-level overview of the organization and effectively negotiate and implement decisions and/or actions that support strategy, alignment, and innovation Business acumen - excellent business judgement with ability to make the tough calls to ensure product leadership is delivered Ability to capture opportunities to maximize business benefits and focuses on uncertain events in a positive manner. Able to navigate complex situations and enable the team to think systemically to identify potential solutions. Ability to adjust to a changing environment or situation and to adopt a flexible approach that shifts according to the situation Clear and consistent ability to motivate teams of people, cross-functionally, to collaborate on achieving platform goals Seeks effective way to generate ideas, alternatives, and possibilities Financial planning and analysis Capital Investment Management Proven People Leadership capabilities
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About Whirlpool
Life at home has been at the heart of our business for 110+ years - it is why we exist and why we are passionate about what we do. Beginning with our founders to the everyday actions of our people, our values have always kept us grounded -- Integrity, Respect, Inclusion & Diversity, One Whirlpool, Spirit of Winning. What we do at Whirlpool Corporation matters because consumers trust our brands. We never take that for granted and we work every day to earn that trust as we are committed to being the best kitchen and laundry company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home.
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.
What you'll do
- The Senior Analyst will manage Global SKU governance through the Global Product Approval process and lead cross-functional teams in regional execution projects. They will develop work plans, schedules, and risk mitigation strategies to ensure project objectives are met.
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