The Sherwin-Williams Management & Sales Training Program is an exciting entry-level opportunity designed to fast-track you into a Store Management role within 18-24 months. With our philosophy of promoting from within, you'll be well-equipped to step into an Assistant Store Manager position after successfully completing an intensive 8-week training.
This structured program typically requires 44 hours of work per week, which may include evenings and weekends.
During your training, you will team up with store management to oversee a million-dollar business. You will gain leadership experience and insights into store development and strategy. This program will immerse you in all aspects of operations, client relations, and internal strategies, showcasing how integral your role is to the team's success. You will have the chance to drive growth in our market share by selling to large commercial clients, including painting contractors and purchasing agents, who rely on our high-quality products.
What You Will Gain:
- Boundless Career Opportunities: This program is designed to support your growth with regular discussions to evaluate your objectives and development.
- Leadership Development: Lay the groundwork for becoming a successful leader by learning to excel in customer service, sales, marketing, finance, and operations.
- Professional Networking: Engage with the community to build valuable relationships crucial for both our business and your success.
Job duties involve direct contact with customers, including minors, and access to cash and valuable items, which may occur with or without supervision. To ensure the safety and protection of our customers, employees, and the business, a review of criminal history is necessary.
At Sherwin-Williams, we recognize that success has many paths, and we encourage careers that evolve with you. Regardless of your background, there is a place for you at Sherwin-Williams where your curiosity can lead to innovation and growth. We value the unique skills and experiences individuals bring to our diverse workforce. All qualified candidates, including those with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply.
Your health and well-being matter greatly to us. We offer an extensive range of world-class benefits, ensuring you and your family live healthy and fulfilling lives. A general description of our benefits is available upon request.
Compensation for this role will depend on various factors, including geographic location, experience, and organizational needs.
We are committed to equal employment opportunities and affirmative action to create an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other prohibited consideration.
Please note that Sherwin-Williams will never ask applicants for payment or sensitive personal information during the application process.
- Complete training consistent with established program.
- Support business strategies to increase sales and optimize profitability.
- Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent service.
- Build and maintain knowledge of products for effective customer recommendations.
- Develop positive relationships with wholesale and retail customers.
- Perform store administration duties.
- Ensure compliance with safety, loss prevention, and all store policies.
- Maintain outstanding store condition and high visual merchandising standards.
- Support employee training, development, and performance management.
- Resolve any customer or employee complaints.
- Partner with Store Manager to conduct outside sales calls to enhance market share.
Minimum Requirements:
- Must be at least eighteen (18) years old.
- Must have legal authorization to work in the country without requiring sponsorship.
- Must possess a valid, unrestricted driver’s license.
- Must have a bachelor’s degree by the program's start.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 70 lbs. occasionally with or without reasonable accommodation.
Preferred Qualifications:
- At least one (1) year of experience in retail, sales, or customer service.
- Minimum one (1) year of experience in a leadership role or supervising others.
- Experience working in team-oriented settings, including work, extracurricular activities, or military service.
- Previous sales experience in paint or related products.
- Experience with timekeeping and customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
- Willingness to relocate for future job opportunities.
- Ability to communicate effectively in more than one language.
- Proficiency in Spanish is a plus.