Process & Manufacturing Engineering (Senior Analyst, Engineering)

Requisition ID: 72791  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 Engineering team discovers, develops and evaluates new product ideas, enhancements, or strategic product extensions, and translates research discoveries into usable and marketable products. Leads, plans and tracks all phases of the product life cycle, from inception to introduction into the marketplace. Coordinates with various functions to ensure successful product development and implementation. This role in summary 
 Currently, Whirlpool is seeking qualified candidates for an open Sr. Analyst position based in Brazil (Joinville) to join our Equipment and Tooling Team. In this role, you will be part of E&T team focused to develop and manage the business relationship between Whirlpool manufacturing sites in the North American Region (NAR) and global suppliers that provide Equipment, Factory Automation Lines, and Tooling used to manufacture our products. This function is responsible for assessing Project requirements and identifying, developing, managing, and coordinating suppliers to meet the company's goals. The main focus will be in Assembly lines, Automatic Cells, Testing and Packaging Equipment and Tools. Your responsibilities will include 
 Partner with NAR Manufacturing Team members in developing Commodity/Supplier Strategy for equipment/tools according to E&T Tech strategic roadmap (aligned with FMPs needs); Support RFP/RFQ (Request For Quotation) activity for suppliers; Confirm supplier’s ability to deliver against RFQ specifications/requirement; Be part of Tech Evaluation for local suppliers (Scorecard, 9Box); With a strategic mindset, evaluate potential Equipment & Tool Suppliers for innovative concepts as well as for cost, quality, development, delivery, technology and management and analyze tech solutions, price proposals, and other information to determine competitive prices and viable suppliers that meet project deliverables; Participate in supplier assessment and manage new supplier approval process. Minimum requirements 
 Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical/ Manufacturing/ Industrial; Fluent in English; 5 years of experience in a Manufacturing Engineer environment with main focus on Assembly, Automatic cells, Packaging and Test Equipment; Nice to have experience in Purchasing / Sourcing engineered components or Procurement managing capital projects from concept through execution. Preferred skills and experiences 
 Project and time management skills; Analytical and computer-related skills, especially Google Workspace; Capacity to establish good relations with global Team, open minded and proactively express her/his opinion. What we offer 
 Wedding bonus; Subsidy at accredited pharmacies for the purchase of prescribed medications; Access to the Company Recreation Club available for affiliated employees and guests; Discount on products through Compra Certa; Discount on insurance (pet, auto, home, bike, travel, and more); Wellhub; Employee Support Program, providing 24-hour assistance with legal, social, financial, social workers, and psychologists; Daycare assistance or Nursery at the company for female employees; Benefits such as consigned or social loans, health plan, dental plan, life insurance, and private