Commercial Development Program (CDP)

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities. 

Interested in joining us on our journey? 

At this time, GE Appliances is accepting applications for candidates eligible to start the following months:
June 2025
September 2025
December 2025
GE Appliances’ Commercial Development Program (CDP) is the premier development program for early-career sales professionals and builds the foundation for long-term commercial leadership roles within GE Appliances. CDP concentrates on the development of sales and leadership skills and provides a direct path to a field-based sales manager position. The approximately 2.5 year program gives participants a complete understanding of the GE Appliances sales organization, support functions, and tools to build a successful sales and marketing career at GE Appliances.PositionCommercial Development Program (CDP)LocationUSA, Louisville, KY

How You'll Create Possibilities

The development program is made up of four key components to build commercial skills and business acumen:

1. Retail Inside Sales or Air & Water (~12 months)

2. Contract (Builder) Inside Sales or Air & Water (~12 months)

3. Headquarters Cross Commercial Assignment (3-6 months)

4. Seminar Training Courses (week-long general business training in year 1 and year 2)

Candidates selected for this leadership program will join GE Appliances’ Inside Sales team at our National Sales Center in Louisville, Kentucky, for the first ~24 months to manage and build significant retail, contract (builder), and air & water businesses. Participants are assigned sales territories that provide a variety of customer types and growth opportunities to develop sales skills and business acumen. Territories consist of 100+ customers and $10,000,000 - $20,000,000 in annual sales. 

After completing Inside Sales assignments, CDPs will move to a Headquarters Assignment to work cross functionally within Commercial for 3 to 6 months based on continuing CDP development and business opportunity. This assignment is designed for participants to gain a better understanding of the overall business, industry, customers, and internal teams beyond the insides sales roles.

Upon completion of rotations, CDP participants will interview for field-based Area Sales Manager (ASM) positions.

CDP participants are required to be geographically mobile within the United States and accept a field-based sales position in order to graduate from the program.

Relocation Assistance Available.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher completed within the 24 months prior to start date

• Cumulative GPA >=3.0 (out of 4.0)

• Geographically mobile within the United States and willing to accept a field-based sales position upon completion of CDP program (relocation assistance provided)

• Have schedule flexibility to adapt to various time zone requirements in assigned territories

• Legal authorization to work in the country/region where the business is hiring is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now, nor in the future, for this position

• Possess excellent communication and organization skills

• Eagerness to learn and grow in a Sales career

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Our Culture

At GE Appliances, creativity meets passion and conversations lead to exceptional outcomes and experiences. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that everyone brings to GE Appliances. We believe a diverse workplace, where everyone is included and people can be their true and authentic selves, fosters creativity and innovation. We know our differences are our greatest strength. The very best innovations across every function of a company come from diverse teams. Our commitment to ensuring a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued allows employees to perform at their best, every day. Diversity at GE Appliances helps us achieve zero distance to our owners, innovate smartly and connect to the communities and customers we serve. We encourage and support the ideas, aspirations, and the wellbeing of everyone - our employees and our communities

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S

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