Manager, Project Leadership Organization (PLO) - Whirlpool
St. Joseph, MI
About the Job
Requisition ID: 61250
ABOUT WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is committed to being the best global kitchen and laundry company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. In an increasingly digital world, the company is driving purposeful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht, JennAir, Indesit, Yummly and InSinkErator. In 2022, the company reported approximately $20 billion in annual sales, 61,000 employees and 56 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.
This role in summary
As a Project Manager for the Project Leadership Organization (PLO) NAR Laundry you will lead cross functional teams and will be responsible for all aspects of multiple projects including scope management, time management, cost management, quality etc. to ensure a successful project delivery. This position will include elements of existing technology and advanced development elements.
Your responsibilities will include
Minimum requirements
Preferred skills and experiences
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 apply 'always on' flexibility to all work days. You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed. Employees in this role work in person Monday through Thursday with the option to work from anywhere on Friday.
We offer other flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what's important at work and at home, including:
Flexible Friday - Option to work extra hours Monday through Thursday to finish up work early on Friday.
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 .
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.
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ABOUT WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is committed to being the best global kitchen and laundry company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. In an increasingly digital world, the company is driving purposeful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht, JennAir, Indesit, Yummly and InSinkErator. In 2022, the company reported approximately $20 billion in annual sales, 61,000 employees and 56 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.
This role in summary
As a Project Manager for the Project Leadership Organization (PLO) NAR Laundry you will lead cross functional teams and will be responsible for all aspects of multiple projects including scope management, time management, cost management, quality etc. to ensure a successful project delivery. This position will include elements of existing technology and advanced development elements.
Your responsibilities will include
- Lead projects using the Whirlpool Product Development (WPD) System & Advanced Development (ADP) spaces.
- Engage project sponsors for scope alignment and change management
- Lead a cross functional team in project activities through weekly core team meetings, 1:1 interactions and other communications
- Drive issue resolution
- Generate monthly project status reports on Key Project Indicators (KPIs)
- Manage data in multiple systems to report KPIs, provide component part tracking status, and bridge communication networks between core team members.
- Give regular reviews to sponsors and other key stakeholders
- Manage and ensure company assets are being deployed in accordance with policy and project deliverables
- Contribute to Project Leadership Office objectives and development.
- Report on a portfolio of projects providing oversight on spending and status.
- Protecting and securing intellectual property controls within the initiatives under control of this position
- Ability to travel up to 20%
Minimum requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- 3+ years of product development experience
Preferred skills and experiences
- Program or project management experience
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
- Degree in Engineering and/or Business
- Experience with project management tools for time management, risk management etc.
- Experience in coaching and mentoring
- Desire to proactively take ownership of issues and drive solutions
- Critical thinking and diagnostic capability in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and people skills
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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 apply 'always on' flexibility to all work days. You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed. Employees in this role work in person Monday through Thursday with the option to work from anywhere on Friday.
We offer other flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what's important at work and at home, including:
Flexible Friday - Option to work extra hours Monday through Thursday to finish up work early on Friday.
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 .
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.
#LI-RG1
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