Associate Sales Development Program Jobs in Michigan

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 2025, the company reported approximately $16 billion in annual net sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.
The Full Time Program - October 2027 Start Date
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, cooking stipend, conference travel, factory tours, cooking demos with our corporate chef and more!
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 will have the option to return to Benton Harbor, MI or to another field-based role for about 12-18 months.
Your day-to-day
Immersive Training: During training, participants learn about Whirlpool's brands, products, consumers, and how we go to market.
Your First Rotation - Sell Thru: Participants apply their training insights as Territory Sales Representatives (TSRs). TSRs are the primary face of Whirlpool Corporation and our many iconic brands within the accounts that they manage. Each TSR is responsible for managing 30+ retail stores in a dedicated geographical territory. The TSR will cultivate relationships with retail partners and field leadership and collaborate to drive strategic initiatives for increased rates of recommendation, sales and market share of brand products.
Your Second Rotation - Sell In: After the TSR role, participants are guided into a Market Development Representative (MDR) role. This position will be based in Benton Harbor, MI or a field location. MDRs cultivate relationships with 50+ small to medium-sized dealers in a dedicated geography. MDRs drive sales performance in their territories, drive balance of floor and balance of sale, grow/maintain our builder pipeline as well as drive mix.
In this role, the MDR may be rewarded with an incentive bonus based on performance to quota.
After successful completion of the MDR role, participants are then afforded the opportunity to progress their career at Whirlpool within a variety of next step roles in Sales/Marketing and beyond.
Minimum requirements

• Completion of Bachelor's degree with a minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA
• Must have indefinite US work authorization. Applicants who require visa sponsorship or work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for this program.
• Must be willing to travel and relocate domestically
• Must have access to reliable transportation and a valid driver's license
• Ability to lift 50 lbs or more with the help of an associate or assistance of tools; Some physical activity required (i.e., setting up promotional material or moving appliances)

All candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the job will be asked to complete our online assessment as the next step in the recruitment process.
Preferred skills and experiences

• Marketing or Sales degree preferred
• Previous internship experience
• Previous leadership experience
• Dynamic presenter possessing strong public speaking, facilitation, and influencing skills
• A proven track record of success demonstrated through the articulation of quantitative and qualitative results

What we offer
Whirlpool Corporation offers competitive compensation and benefits, including but not limited to relocation support, annual bonus, 401k match, paid time off, insurance plan, fitness reimbursement, health savings accounts, free wellness coaching, free onsite health clinic, fertility and adoption support, parental (maternity and paternity) leave, education support, and free financial coaching.
In this program, we will offer you a wide variety of developmental experiences, mentorship and networking, and exposure to company leadership to help fast-track your career trajectory!
Get to know more about our early career programs at https://www.whirlpoolcareers.com/work-with-us-ca-students/
Additional information
Whirlpool's Ways of Working -
Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. While employees in this role work in-person Monday through Friday. We offer flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what's important at work and at home, including:

• Always On Flexibility - You will have the 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.

Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation
See what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers. Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
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.