The Sherwin-Williams Floorcovering Management & Sales Development Program is an exciting entry-level opportunity designed to equip you for a successful career as a Floorcovering Facility Manager or Sales Representative within 18-24 months. With Sherwin-Williams' commitment to promoting from within, you have the chance to advance to roles such as Floorcovering Operations Manager or Field Technician after completing an initial 8-to-12-week training period.
This role involves a typical 44 hours work week, which may include evenings and weekends. As part of our national operations, Sherwin-Williams Floorcovering supports professional clients in various markets across the United States, providing you with diverse career options and consistent growth prospects.
During the program, you will collaborate with facility leadership and regional management to oversee a multi-million-dollar business. This experience will enable you to understand facility operations, product knowledge, installation techniques, and client development, placing you in a critical role for the success of our team. You will engage with commercial customers, including large property managers, builders, and renovation contractors, guiding their procurement needs.
What You'll Gain:
- Career Advancement: Enjoy clear career opportunities with support to achieve your goals.
- Leadership Development: Build a strong foundation to become an effective leader by mastering customer service, sales, marketing, finance, and operations.
- Networking Opportunities: Immerse yourself in the community to establish valuable relationships that benefit both your career and our business.
We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. You will have a chance to explore your potential and thrive with us.
Application Process:
- Online Application: Create your profile on our Careers page.
- Digital Interview: Qualified candidates will complete a digital video interview, accessible to you anytime.
- In-Store Interview: Top candidates will meet our team for an in-store discussion.
At Sherwin-Williams, we believe in empowering our employees through a variety of benefits designed to promote well-being, health, and financial security. For a detailed overview of benefits, please visit our benefits page.
Key Responsibilities:
- Complete training aligned with the established program.
- Support business strategies to enhance sales and profitability.
- Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent service.
- Maintain comprehensive product knowledge for effective recommendations.
- Build positive relationships with wholesale and retail customers.
- Handle store administrative tasks.
- Ensure adherence to safety, security, and operational policies.
- Maintain outstanding store condition and merchandising standards.
- Assist in employee training, development, and performance management.
- Resolve customer and employee complaints effectively.
- Work with the Store Manager on outside sales initiatives to increase market share.
Minimum Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must be authorized to work without sponsorship.
- A valid, unrestricted Driver's License is required.
- A bachelor's degree is required by the beginning of the program.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 70 lbs. occasionally, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- If currently employed by Sherwin-Williams, a recent performance rating of 'meets expectations' or higher is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- At least one year of experience in retail, sales, or customer service.
- Leadership experience overseeing others.
- Experience working in team-oriented environments.
- Previous experience selling floorcovering products is a plus.
- Familiarity with timekeeping or customer relationship management systems.
- Willingness to relocate for future job opportunities.
- Proficiency in multiple languages, especially Spanish, is advantageous.