Requisition ID: 72657
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 2025, the company reported
approximately $16 billion in annual net sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas -
41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional
information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.
The Supply and Logistics team is responsible for keeping the appropriate levels of materials and/or stock supplies with the aim to maximize inventory control and company sales. Organizes deliveries to meet given deadlines and customer expectations. Supervises and tracks the flow of materials and products from suppliers throughout the organization.
This position is responsible for coordination of Customs Brokers, Logistics Providers, External Warehouses, and Whirlpool process partners on the importation of components for Whirlpool Mexico’s manufacturing facilities from overseas suppliers. This position is responsible for identifying and executing strategic initiatives and analyses involving North American import operations to include end to end ownership from point of origin through delivery to final destination. Duties will also involve heavy root cause analysis of issues and process improvements. This role will require collaboration with third party logistics providers, overseas suppliers, and various Whirlpool functions. This position will also serve as backup to the other members of the group as needed and work collectively with other International Operations team members on identifying and implementing process improvements.
Driving resolution of issues between suppliers, ocean carriers, VMI warehouses, manufacturing factories, freight forwarders, customs brokers and Whirlpool material planning that jeopardizes best cost.
Prompt response to questions and issues escalated to our team from process partners and suppliers
Mitigation and logging of all non-standard spend across International transportation areas and drive root cause resolution.
Lead activities related to P4G and Finance. Gather necessary information and create accurate financial outlooks of spend, analyze gaps to OL, monitor and mitigate any non-standard spend.
Identify the root cause of issues and put steps in place for resolution.
Provide correct shipping instructions to carriers and suppliers for ocean and air expedites
Creation of FedEx shipment labels for import of components for MX manufacturing
Provide best cost quotes for freight costs
Coordinate/Consult on one off shipments for plant related projects for manufacturing plants (ie for tooling) ensuring spend is appropriately recorded in project budgets.
Monitor supplier/carrier shipping activity to identify opportunities to optimize or consolidate.
Streamline and coordinate the importation of materials ensuring proper documentation and compliance with all applicable legal requirements.
Provide visibility of ocean activity to process partners across Supply Chain functions
Lead 3PL and carrier performance management and drive compliance and improvement
Manage the revolving funding of the IMMEX provider for third party charges to Whirlpool’s broker.
Provide the Customs Broker with the necessary documentation to facilitate customs clearance.
Liaison to Foreign Trade team on the efficient customs clearance process and timely delivery of product.
Maintain an up-to-date database of part numbers to be imported, including the information required for set up for Carte Porte and have been classified for customs clearance.
Create and track Purchase Orders (POs) for freight transportation expenses to cover anticipated freight, broker, and terminal handling charges incurred at the port.
Review Customs Broker expense accounts and Carrier invoices to ensure compliance with assigned rates.
Oversee Imports Key Performance Indicators (KPI) to include timeliness, and accuracy of activities. Drive corrective actions to meet or exceed agreed upon KPIs
Allocate the annual Global Ocean bids to suppliers by assigning volume and suppliers to each lane and communicate final allocation to suppliers and carriers.
Drive standardization in process/visibility reporting and introduce improvements based on process partner needs
Coordinate the daily activities of the drivers assigned to the manufacturing plants for local deliveries and process their payroll.
Involvement in WCM (World Class Manufacturing) activities (Kaizens, improvements, and improvement projects) as time allows.
Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain, logistics, business management or related field
Demonstrated Job History at the same company for 2+ years
Ability to work in professional manner in the office 5 days per week
Strong communication skills including formal and informal and both written and verbal
English and Spanish language proficiency
In depth knowledge of import operations and international transportation for Mexico Importation
Strong problem solving skills and resourcefulness for resolution and finding subject matter experts (SMEs) to assist
Financial knowledge of budget management, outlooking future spend and gap analysis
Demonstrated service-oriented attitude and proactive approach to tasks
Ability to work independently and properly prioritize workloads and other assignments
Ability to multi-task timely/accurately with strong organization skills and attention to detail
Ability to collaborate cross functionally
Ability to make sound fact-based decisions in a timely manner even in the face of ambiguity
Ability to think strategically
Strong communication skills with leadership and process partners to promote collaboration
Project Management skills
Strong working knowledge of computers and software including: Google tools / MS Office apps
International / multicultural experience is desirable
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