WHIRLPOOL CORP (WHR)
Sector: Consumer Discretionary
Sector: Consumer Discretionary
WHIRLPOOL CORP - Executive Compensation
Executive Vice President and President, Whirlpool North America
Executive Compensation
Alessandro Perucchetti serves as Executive Vice President and President, Whirlpool North America at Whirlpool Corporation, a role he assumed in 2023. With over three decades of experience in the home appliance industry, Perucchetti joined Whirlpool in 1991 as a sales representative in Italy. He rapidly advanced through key leadership positions, including Vice President of Sales for Italy, General Manager for Laundry Europe, and President of Whirlpool EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) starting in 2019. Under his leadership in EMEA, he drove significant market share growth, spearheaded product innovation, and enhanced operational efficiency across a diverse portfolio of brands. Prior to his current position, Perucchetti led Whirlpool's North America Refrigeration and KitchenAid businesses, where he focused on premiumization strategies, digital transformation, and sustainability initiatives. His tenure saw strengthened consumer relationships, expanded e-commerce capabilities, and the successful launch of innovative appliances tailored to North American preferences. Notable achievements include boosting profitability in competitive markets and fostering partnerships that advanced energy-efficient technologies. In his present role, Perucchetti oversees Whirlpool's North American operations, encompassing the United States, Canada, and Mexico. He directs strategy for major brands like Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, and Amana, emphasizing customer-centric innovation, supply chain resilience, and sustainable manufacturing. His visionary leadership continues to position Whirlpool as a market leader in the evolving home appliance sector.