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GE Vernova Commercial Leadership Program (CLP) - US 2025 Grid Solutions

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GE Vernova Commercial Leadership Program (CLP) - US 2025 Grid Solutions

2 weeks agoOakbrook, IL

Viewed on April 1, 2025

Job Description Summary

Come and join our powerful, unified force with the energy to change the world.

Our mission is BIG. Our TRANSFORMATION is key - bringing the right businesses together to LEAD the ENERGY TRANSITION. Our TEAM is ready.

What impact you'll make:

As a member of the GE Vernova Commercial Leadership Program (CLP), you'll complete stimulating rotational assignments and a rigorous training curriculum which will develop you as a commercial leader. CLP members prepare for off-program placement in commercial roles by learning about GE Vernova's markets, products, and customers, while also making significant contributions to the business.

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What you'll do:

The GE Vernova Commercial Leadership Program (CLP) is a two-year program with four 6-month rotations. You will be part of the GE Vernova team, focusing rotations in our Grid Solutions business. Assignments will vary but will relate to commercial operations, pricing, marketing, product sales, or other sales support functions. CLPs are expected to be active outside of their main roles by taking part in or leading various small projects, committees, and other activities. In this role, you are expected to leverage your problem-solving and people skills to bring solutions both internally and externally.

Throughout the two-year duration of the program, the assignments will vary depending on business requirements and the off-program role objectives. The CLP can expect the following responsibilities and experience during program:

  • Significant on-the-job learning and experience with personalized rotation assignments within the commercial functions and other areas of the Grid Solutions business, giving you exposure to different markets, products, and leaders.
  • World-class training in sales, leadership, and business skills. Program members strengthen their commercial, business, and leadership skills by completing an intensive curriculum of classroom, hands-on, and online training.
  • Work closely with the Commercial Team to support development of the overall business growth strategy, including market analysis, market opportunities identification, and execution of the sales growth plan.
  • Collaborate with Sales Managers to define the sales strategy for targeted clients and develop a thorough understanding and analysis of the core markets.
  • Partner with the Proposal team in the development and compilation of proposals to meet customers' and sales team requirements.
  • Manage and negotiate commercial and contractual risk with the Inquiry to Order (ITO) process.
  • Build and present the Risk & Opportunities analysis and the associated risk mitigation plans alongside the Sales Managers.
  • Support customer negotiations; ensure deals deliver shareholder value to contribute positively to sales, orders, and profitability.
  • Participate in or deliver customer presentations.
  • Receiving formal mentoring and coaching by senior management.

What you'll bring (Basic Qualifications):

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or relevant science degree: Electrical, Mechatronics, or Mechanical Engineering
  • Academic excellence: minimum 3.0 cumulative overall GPA out of 4.0 (without rounding)
  • Prior intern/co-op or relevant work experience (maximum of 2 years work experience post university graduation) preferably in sales, sales support, or marketing in the energy industry
  • Strong demonstrated interest in the energy industry.
  • Spoken and written fluency in English
  • Geographic flexibility for rotations
  • Legal authorization to work in US. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job.

What will make you stand out:

  • Demonstrated project management and problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
  • Business acumen with the ability to motivate others

Where you will land in 2 years:

The expectation upon graduation from the GE Vernova Commercial Leadership Program is to join a Commercial team as an individual contributor, within your business of specialization (i.e. Grid Solutions).

Additional Notes: Employees with a permanent address more than 50 miles away from the work location are eligible for a relocation package upon joining GE Vernova as well as rotating between sites while on-program.

Benefits Available to You

Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority, and at GE Vernova, we take our responsibility seriously. That is the singular mission of GE Vernova: to continue electrifying the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce.

  • Our compensation & benefits are designed to help you manage your personal and family needs, while rewarding high performers. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
  • A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.
  • GE Vernova invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development. The CLP will attend three global week-long leadership trainings over the course of the 2 years, focused on building business acumen and leadership skills.

Inclusion

At GE Vernova, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong. Click here to learn more: https://careers.gevernova.com/global/en/i-d-e

For U.S. based candidates only, for purposes of complying with U.S. pay transparency requirements, the base pay range for this position is 81,000.00 USD annual for candidates holding a Bachelor's degree and 83,000.00 USD annual for candidates holding a Master's degree. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This posting will be available for applications on GE Vernova Careers until at least March 21, 2025.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova 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 Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Client-provided location(s): Oakbrook Terrace, IL, USA
Job ID: GE_power-370172936
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training

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