The Sherwin-Williams Accelerated Management & Sales Training Program is an entry-level opportunity that rapidly prepares you for a Store Management position in just 18-24 months. With Sherwin-Williams' commitment to promoting from within, successful participants can expect to progress to an Assistant Store Manager role upon completing an initial 8-week training period.
Target Start Date: Summer 2025
This program typically requires a weekly commitment of 44 hours, which may include evenings and weekends.
As part of this program, you will collaborate closely with store management to oversee a multi-million dollar business, gaining invaluable insights into operational strategies and team dynamics. Throughout your training, you will learn essential skills in operations, client engagement, and internal strategy, positioning you as a key player in the team’s success. You will also focus on expanding the company’s market share by selling high-quality products to key commercial clients, including painting contractors and purchasing agents.
Our comprehensive training experience equips you with the skills necessary for a thriving career in management and sales. Upon completion, you will have a structured career path with endless opportunities to shape your future!
What You Will Gain:
- Limitless Career Opportunities: This structured program offers support, including formal discussions to assess your objectives and development.
- Leadership Development: You will build the foundation necessary to become a successful leader within our organization, mastering customer service, sales, marketing, finance, and operations.
- Professional Networking: Gain community exposure and establish relationships vital for driving business growth and your personal success.
This position also qualifies for performance-based bonuses and includes excellent health benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings plans, and generous paid time off, including holidays and parental leave. For additional details on our benefits, please visit our benefits page.
Job duties may involve interacting with customers, including minors, and handling cash and other sensitive information. Therefore, a review of criminal history will be conducted to protect the safety of our customers and staff.
At Sherwin-Williams, we recognize that success comes through various paths, and we believe in fostering careers that evolve with you. We embrace diversity in backgrounds and experiences, and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply, including those with disabilities and protected veterans. Together, we can innovate and thrive in an environment that values your unique talents.
Responsibilities Include:
- Completing training in line with the established program.
- Supporting business strategies to drive sales and profitability.
- Ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction through exceptional service.
- Maintaining comprehensive knowledge of all products for effective recommendations.
- Building and maintaining relationships with wholesale and retail customers.
- Managing store administration tasks.
- Ensuring adherence to policies and procedures, including safety and loss prevention.
- Maintaining store appearance and visual merchandising standards.
- Supporting employee training, development, and performance management.
- Resolving customer and employee complaints.
- Collaborating with the Store Manager on outside sales calls to boost market share.
Minimum Requirements:
- At least eighteen (18) years of age.
- Legally authorized to work without needing visa sponsorship now or in the future.
- A valid, unrestricted Driver's License.
- A bachelor's degree by the start of the program.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs frequently and up to 70 lbs on occasion, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Preferred Qualifications:
- At least one (1) year of experience in retail, sales, or customer service.
- At least one (1) year of supervisory or leadership experience.
- Experience working in team-oriented environments, including military or extracurricular activities.
- Background in selling paint or related products.
- Experience with timekeeping or customer relationship management systems.
- Willingness to relocate for future job opportunities.
- Ability to communicate in multiple languages, particularly Spanish.