Sr. Manager Global Remediation & Due Diligence

About the Team The EH&S team designs, develops, implements, and oversees the organization’s environmental health and safety programs and procedures to safeguard employees and surrounding communities and to ensure that all facilities are in compliance with regulations. Role Summary Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) are core to Whirlpool’s mission and foundational values. This position within the Global EHS function is primarily responsible for leading the company’s risk management efforts related to legacy remediation liabilities. The role also incorporates risk management related to company mergers and acquisitions activities and due diligence. Responsibilities Lead the development and execution of environmental remediation strategies for the global portfolio of remediation sites in accordance with a sound risk management approach. Lead and manage the development of financial estimates for environmental liabilities in accordance with appropriate Whirlpool procedures. Accountable for identifying areas of environmental risk and uncertainty and for appropriate communication to Whirlpool leadership. Liaise with Corporate and Regional Finance to effectively track and forecast environmental remediation spend and associated impacts to profit plans. Lead environmental due diligence efforts in support of Global Real Estate and M&A work as requested. Liaise with Corporate and Regional Legal to manage potential and active claims with legacy environmental issues. Serve as Corporate Witness on active legal matters with environmental aspects. Serve as the public face of Whirlpool Corporation to external stakeholders as required for outward-facing communications and negotiations. Assess manufacturing sites’ compliance with legal requirements and Whirlpool environmental, health and safety standards. Serve as a technical resource to the business for environmental matters as needed. This position requires up to 20% domestic and international travel. Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in Geology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field. Minimum 15 years of experience in a related field. Experience developing and leading remediation strategies at multiple sites of varying size and complexity. Proven knowledge of CERCLA, RCRA, OSHA 40 CFR 1910 and 1926, and various State Environmental Remediation Programs. Experience with conducting environmental remediation outside the U.S. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage privileged and confidential information. Preferred Skills and Experiences Post-graduate degree in a related field. Formal media training or demonstrated experience dealing with various media outlets. Benefits Generous benefits package. Whirlpool employee discount. Fitness and educational reimbursement programs. Kitchenettes. Work Flexibility Always On Flexibility – 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr