Requisition ID: 56505

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 and Yummly. In 2021, the company reported approximately $22 billion in annual sales, 69,000 employees and 54 manufacturing and technology research centers.

Whirlpool Corporation is consistently recognized by FORTUNE as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies. Our values are the driving force behind everything we do. Integrity, Respect, Inclusion & Diversity, One Whirlpool, and Spirit of Winning propel our teams to excellence. Get to know us and see what it's like to be part of a company that is in constant pursuit of improving life at home.

This role in summary

Whirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Manager, Government Relations. This role reports to the Director of Government Relations and is based in Washington, DC.

As a member of Whirlpool Corporation’s Global Corporate Affairs and Sustainability team, you will be part of a diverse, dynamic team responsible for promoting and protecting Whirlpool Corporation’s reputation and enhancing public policy through issue education and engagement. In this role you will drive business value in support of our company’s mission to earn trust and create demand for our brands in a digital world.

This is a highly visible role with regular interaction with senior leaders throughout the company. The successful candidate will be a trusted advisor to business teams and will be a key partner in driving continuous improvement in the company’s government relations activities and in anticipating new ways to deliver value for the business.

Your responsibilities will include

Issue Identification and Prioritization - You will monitor certain state and federal legislative and regulatory activity impacting Whirlpool Corporation’s products, services and operations. In collaboration with business leaders, you will analyze proposed public policy to understand business impacts and manage the company’s process for prioritizing advocacy activity and developing appropriate policy positions.
Issue Leadership and Advocacy - In this role, you will have responsibility for federal and state advocacy strategy and execution on critical policy issues, including energy, environment/climate, chemicals/materials, repair, privacy, cybersecurity and connectivity/Internet of Things (IoT). You will represent the company externally with trade associations, interest groups, and coalitions. You will develop and maintain strong relationships in Congress, the Administration, federal agencies, and with state policymakers.
Global Public Policy Coordination - You will support the management of the company’s Global Government Relations operating model, working cross-functionally with colleagues in Product Regulatory Affairs, Global Sustainability, Legal, Global Strategic Sourcing, and others. Through this work, you will coordinate the activities of the company’s global Issue Action Teams.
Economic Development and External Funding - You will support the company’s economic development activities for the company’s U.S. manufacturing and supply chain operations, including new project management, compliance, workforce initiatives. In addition, you will help coordinate external funding initiatives in support of Advanced Development, Open Innovation and University Partnerships. You will also coordinate with internal teams, state/federal agencies, and others with regard to implementation of appliance industry-related programs in the Inflation Reduction Act.
Ability to travel approximately 10% of the time

Minimum requirements

Bachelors Degree
5+ years of corporate government relations or legislative experience

Preferred skills and experiences

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Advanced degree preferred (MA, JD)
Experience working with the Senate Energy & Natural Resources, Senate Environment & Public Works and/or House Energy & Commerce Committees
Strong analytical, organization and project management skills
Self-driven and action-oriented, with ability to effectively manage multiple competing priorities
Knowledge of consumer product, energy, environment and technology policy issues
Strong political acumen

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