Manager, Corporate Strategy & Portfolio Management

Job description

Requisition ID

72249 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 team you will be a part of The Strategy and Business Development team is responsible for the overall development, implementation and progress of strategic business targets. Identifies, evaluates and negotiates acquisitions, partnerships, alliances and joint ventures. Directs the planning and preparation of business proposals and makes recommendations to senior management.

This role in summary Whirlpool Corporation is currently seeking qualified candidates for the role of Manager, Corporate Strategy & Portfolio Management. This is an onsite role and will be located in Benton Harbor, MI. A comprehensive relocation package is available for eligible candidates. The Strategy & Portfolio Management team is aligned with the C-suite at Whirlpool and drives initiatives in three major areas: (i) Engagement (as appropriate) with Whirlpool's current and legacy minority interests in Europe, China, and India. (ii) Support in strategic center activities, including but not limited to Board materials, senior leadership materials, and select strategic projects; and (iii) Management of competitive intelligence activities.

Your responsibilities will include

• Support with internal & external stakeholder engagement and, as appropriate, issue resolution on select topics across one or more of Whirlpool's minority interest entities
• Build recurring financial reports and update forecasts for Portfolio
• Own 2-3 quarterly competitive intelligence reports to send to senior leadership
• Assist, as needed, with creation of Board, Senior Leader, or other Executive Committee materials
• Support, as needed, with any M&A transactions
• Limited travel < 10%

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3+ years of Business Analyst / Associate experience
• 2+ years of experience in project management or change management

Preferred skills and experiences

• MBA
• Experience in management consulting, investment banking, or private equity
• Communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
• Experience delivering on short time frames and commitment to meeting deadlines
• International experience (personal or professional)

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). #LI-DD1

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.

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.