The Sherwin-Williams Management and Sales Development Program is an exciting, entry-level opportunity designed to elevate you into a Store Management position within 18-24 months. With Sherwin-Williams' strong commitment to promoting from within, you will have the chance to advance to an Assistant Store Manager role after successfully completing the initial 8-week training.
This position typically requires a commitment of 44 hours per week, which may include evenings and weekends.
Throughout the program, you will work closely with store management to oversee a million-dollar business, providing leadership and strategic insights vital to the success of the store. You will gain comprehensive knowledge of operations, client relationships, and internal strategies, empowering you to actively contribute to the team’s achievements. Your role will also involve expanding the company's market share by engaging with large commercial users, including painting contractors, purchasing agents, manufacturers, and others requiring significant quantities of our high-quality products.
This training experience equips you with essential skills for a thriving career in management and professional sales. Upon completion, expect a clear career trajectory with countless opportunities to shape your future!
What You Will Gain:
- Limitless Career Opportunities: Benefit from a structured program with continuous support and formal discussions to assess your objectives and development.
- Leadership Development: Build a strong foundation necessary for becoming a successful leader within our organization.
- Professional Networking: Engage with the community to establish crucial relationships that will contribute to both your success and the growth of our business.
This role involves interaction with customers, including minors, and access to cash and confidential information. To uphold the integrity of the business and ensure safety for our customers, staff, and the public, a review of criminal history is mandatory.
We offer competitive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, retirement savings options, and generous time off, including personal leave, paid parental leave, and vacation days. At Sherwin-Williams, we believe in creating diverse career paths that support your growth, regardless of your background. We are committed to providing a workspace where everyone can thrive and share their unique strengths.
Compensation for this position is based on various factors, such as location, skills, experience, and organizational needs. Please note that this information is subject to change at the company's discretion. We also consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment according to applicable laws.
Minimum Requirements:
- At least eighteen (18) years of age.
- Legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship.
- Valid, unrestricted Driver's License.
- Bachelor's degree must be obtained prior to starting this program.
- Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 lbs frequently and up to 70 lbs occasionally, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum of one (1) year experience in retail, sales, or customer service.
- Leadership experience of at least one (1) year, supervising others or leading teams.
- Experience in team-oriented settings, including work, extracurricular activities, or military service.
- Previous experience in selling paint and related products.
- Familiarity with timekeeping and/or customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
- Willingness to relocate for future job opportunities.
- Proficiency in more than one language is a plus; ability to communicate in Spanish is particularly valued.