Manager, Early Careers Programs

Whirlpool is currently seeking a strong candidate for the role of Manager, Early Career Programs. This role will be based in Benton Harbor MI, or can be located at one of our Ohio Plants, in Clyde, Marion, Ottawa, Findlay or Greenville.

The Early Career Leadership Development Programs (LDP) at Whirlpool are designed to accelerate the development and readiness of early career talent into our talent pipeline through rotational experiences, focused development, and support structures. This position will specifically support our Manufacturing Leadership Development Program (MLDP) and plays a critical role in tying the functional talent strategy into the design, management, and execution of this rotational program’s core elements, bringing together multiple stakeholder groups to deliver on the program objectives and ultimately filling our future leader pipeline. In addition to the program lead accountabilities, this role will also support the Global Early Career Strategy work driven by the Talent COE, including program review, cross-LDP initiatives, data analysis, and change management activities.

Your responsibilities will include

• Partner with Manufacturing leadership teams to design, build, and execute the strategic direction for the MLDP program, while tying in to our overall global talent development strategy
• Work with key functional leaders to identify experiences and assignments for program participants that are tied to critical imperatives and priorities in the organization and provide a challenging and developmental experience; partner with Steering Committee to place program participants in roles
• Work closely with Steering Committee, HR and functional leadership to drive rigorous talent management of the MLDP program participant population through talent assessment process (including facilitating calibration), rotation planning, and performance management
• Design development curriculum for program participants that will equip talent with technical and people skills needed to accelerate their career; partner with People Leaders of program participants to ensure development plan follow through
• Partner with University Relations on recruitment strategy and intake pipeline requirements; as needed, assist with recruitment events (virtual and/or on-campus) and interviews; manage stakeholder involvement in assessment process
• Design and deliver high-quality onboarding and orientation experiences for intern and full-time hires
• Build support structures for program participants, ensuring that MLDP participants are paired with sponsors and mentors to help drive development and connection; equip sponsors and mentors with the right tools to support the coaching and development of the MLDPs
• Collaborate with the Early Career Program Manager team to drive and deploy projects affiliated with the overall LDP/early career strategy, especially to drive consistency across the program experiences
• Serve as primary point of contact working with the Talent Community of Expertise (CoE) to enable the Early Career Program strategy, including leading change management activities, supporting diagnostic review and analysis of program health, and championing the early career strategy refresh
• Other duties as assigned
• 5% travel

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• 7+ years of experience in Recruitment, Human Resources, Program Management or Project Management

Preferred skills and experiences

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, or Management
• 5+ Years of Experience with leadership development, talent development, and/or early career programs
• Demonstrated passion for talent development and early career talent
• Strong program management, change management and organizational skills
• Ability to navigate global stakeholders and influence and manage multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams
• Strong decision-making ability and initiative
• Assessment, recruitment, and interviewing experience
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

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, free coffee, biking/walking trails, and access to The Eddy - Early Childhood Center (depending upon availability - additional costs required).