Real Whirled Sales Development Program - October 2027

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 drives meaningful innovation through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2025, the company reported approximately $16 billion in annual net sales, 41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers.

About the Program

Fast track your career trajectory in the Real Whirled Sales Development Program by interacting in a variety of professional settings as you gain exposure to the Whirlpool business. Spend about two to three years gaining a strong foundation in our brands, sales strategy, merchandising approach, and operations. Real Whirled Alumni advance into roles in field sales, channel sales, operations, sales enablement, direct-to-consumer sales, merchandising, brand and product marketing, and beyond.

Program Location

The first three months of the program are at our global headquarters in Southwest Michigan. During training, we provide free housing in a unit with top-of-the-line Whirlpool appliances, a cooking stipend, conference travel, factory tours, and cooking demos with our corporate chef. After the immersive training period, participants relocate for about 12-18 months to a carefully selected sales territory across the country. For the second and final rotation, participants may return to Benton Harbor, MI, or move to another field-based role for about 12-18 months.

Responsibilities

• Immersive Training: Learn about Whirlpool’s brands, products, consumers, and go-to-market strategies.
• First Rotation – Sell Thru: Serve as a Territory Sales Representative (TSR), managing 30+ retail stores in a dedicated geographical territory. Cultivate relationships with retail partners and field leadership to drive strategic initiatives for increased recommendation rates, sales, and market share of brand products.
• Second Rotation – Sell In: Transition into a Market Development Representative (MDR) role, based in Benton Harbor, MI, or a field location. Cultivate relationships with 50+ small to medium-sized dealers in a dedicated geography. Drive sales performance, balance of floor and sale, grow/maintain the builder pipeline, and drive mix. Performance may qualify for an incentive bonus based on quota achievement.

Requirements

• Completion of a Bachelor's degree with a minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA.
• Must have indefinite U.S. work authorization. Applicants requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future are not eligible.
• Willingness to travel and relocate domestically.
• Access to reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs or more with assistance or tools; some physical activity required (e.g., setting up promotional material or moving appliances).

All candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will complete an online assessment as the next step in the recruitment process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Marketing or Sales degree.
• Previous internship experience.
• Leadership experience.
• Dynamic presenter with strong public speaking, facilitation, and influencing skills.
• A proven track record of success demonstrated through quantitative and qualitative results.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and relocation support.
• Annual bonus and 401k match.
• Paid time off, insurance plans, and health savings accounts.
• Fitness reimbursement and free wellness coaching.
• Free onsite health clinic.
• Fertility and adoption support.
• Parental (maternity and paternity) leave.
• Education support and free financial coaching.
• Developmental experiences, mentorship, networking, and exposure to company leadership.

Schedule

This role operates in-person Monday through Friday. Flexibility and time-off benefits include:

• 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 of paid leave after every five years of service.