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Senior Global Compensation Business Partner

Benton Harbor, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 12 May 2026

About the role

Requisition ID: 70845

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 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 44,000 employees, and 40 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 Compensation team is responsible for the analysis and implementation of compensation policies and procedures which are consistent with the organization's overall reward strategy. Develops implements and administers compensation such as salaries, short- and long-term incentives, job evaluations, salary increases and salary surveys.

This role in summary

Whirlpool Corporation is seeking a Senior Manager, Global Compensation to join our Total Rewards Community of Expertise (COE) within the Human Resources organization. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing broad-based compensation programs that attract, retain, and motivate top talent while ensuring global compliance and alignment with business objectives. While the primary focus is on broad-based pay, you will also consult on executive compensation adjustments and design, ensuring a seamless alignment across all levels of the organization. #LI-DD1

This role is in-office Monday through Friday and is located at our Global Headquarters in Benton Harbor, Michigan. A comprehensive relocation package is available for eligible candidates.

Your responsibilities will include

Program Design & Strategy

Broad-Based Programs: Lead the evaluation, design, and rollout of global broad-based compensation programs, including base pay, short-term incentives, retention plans, and market pricing.
Executive Compensation Support: Consult with HR and business leaders on compensation adjustments for the executive population and assist in the design of equity and short-term incentive programs. May be involved in preparing proxy CD&A tables and Board of Director HR materials.
Global Job Architecture: Maintain the global job architecture to ensure consistency in titling conventions and role leveling across the organization.
Annual Planning: Lead the annual compensation planning process, including the merit cycle, market pricing, short-term incentive payouts, and the administration of compensation statements.

Project Management & Consultation

Global Initiatives: Lead and manage complex, global compensation projects across multiple functions and client groups to improve the employee experience.
Strategic Advisory: Act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance to HR business partners and senior leadership on complex compensation matters.
M&A Support: Participate in M&A due diligence and post-acquisition integration activities to align compensation structures.

Data Analysis & Compliance

Market Insights: Research evolving marketplace practices and conduct benchmarking studies to ensure Whirlpool maintains a competitive position.
Metrics & Reporting: Create scalable global compensation metrics and dashboards (KPIs) to monitor program effectiveness and provide data-driven insights to senior leaders.
Compliance & Transparency: Monitor and implement changes to ensure compliance with global pay regulations and evolving pay transparency legislation to ensure equitable and defensible pay practices.

Collaboration & Communication

Stakeholder Management: Partner closely with Finance, Legal, HRIS, Talent Acquisition, and Global Mobility to ensure consistent program delivery.
Education & Training: Deliver clear communications