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Assistant Manager Trainee
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Sherwin‑Williams
Base pay range: $53,000.00/yr – $53,000.00/yr
Job Description The Sherwin‑Williams Assistant Manager Trainee Program is an accelerated, entry‑level position designed to prepare current employees for a Store Management role in 18–24 months. With Sherwin‑Williams’ promote‑from‑within philosophy, you will progress into an Assistant Store Manager position upon successful completion of the initial 6–8‑week training. The role’s typical schedule is 44 hours per week, which may include evenings and/or weekends.
During the program, you will collaborate with store management to oversee a million‑dollar business, providing leadership and insight into the development and strategy of that store. You will learn all operations, clients, and internal strategy, allowing you to understand the significant part you’ll play in the team’s success. You will grow the company’s market share by selling to large, commercial users such as painting contractors, purchasing agents, manufacturers, and other commercial users who need large volumes of our high‑quality products.
Our training experience provides you with all the skills necessary for a successful career in management and professional sales. After you complete the training program, you can count on a career trajectory with a clear beginning and an open end – meaning you shape your future!
What you will gain
Limitless Career Opportunities – structured program with formal discussions to review objectives & development
Leadership Development – foundation for successful leadership in our organization
Professional Networking – community relationships essential to business growth
Bonus based on performance
Health benefits (medical, dental, vision, FSAs, disability, retirement)
Generous time‑away package (personal leave, paid parental leave, vacation, holidays)
Responsibilities
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 product knowledge to enable effective customer recommendations
Build positive relationships with wholesale and retail customers
Complete store administration
Ensure compliance with policies and procedures including safety, loss prevention, and security
Maintain outstanding store condition and visual merchandising standards
Support employee training, development, performance management, and corrective action
Respond to and resolve any customer and/or employee complaints
Partner with Store Manager to make outside sales calls to increase market share
Qualifications
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
High School diploma or GED
Able to retrieve material from shelves and lift up to 70 lbs on occasion
Preferred Qualifications:
1 year retail, sales, or customer service experience
1 year of experience in a leadership role supervising others
Experience selling paint or related products
Experience using timekeeping or CRM systems
Associate degree or higher in business, sales, or marketing
Team‑oriented setting experience (e.g., extracurricular, military)
Willingness to relocate for future job opportunities
Multilingual (Spanish or other)
About Sherwin‑Williams Sherwin‑Williams is a purpose‑driven global company dedicated to inspiring and improving the world by coloring and protecting what matters. We invest in our people, offering inclusive teams, career growth, and comprehensive benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity Sherwin‑Williams is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified candidates receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on protected status.
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Assistant Manager Trainee
role at
Sherwin‑Williams
Base pay range: $53,000.00/yr – $53,000.00/yr
Job Description The Sherwin‑Williams Assistant Manager Trainee Program is an accelerated, entry‑level position designed to prepare current employees for a Store Management role in 18–24 months. With Sherwin‑Williams’ promote‑from‑within philosophy, you will progress into an Assistant Store Manager position upon successful completion of the initial 6–8‑week training. The role’s typical schedule is 44 hours per week, which may include evenings and/or weekends.
During the program, you will collaborate with store management to oversee a million‑dollar business, providing leadership and insight into the development and strategy of that store. You will learn all operations, clients, and internal strategy, allowing you to understand the significant part you’ll play in the team’s success. You will grow the company’s market share by selling to large, commercial users such as painting contractors, purchasing agents, manufacturers, and other commercial users who need large volumes of our high‑quality products.
Our training experience provides you with all the skills necessary for a successful career in management and professional sales. After you complete the training program, you can count on a career trajectory with a clear beginning and an open end – meaning you shape your future!
What you will gain
Limitless Career Opportunities – structured program with formal discussions to review objectives & development
Leadership Development – foundation for successful leadership in our organization
Professional Networking – community relationships essential to business growth
Bonus based on performance
Health benefits (medical, dental, vision, FSAs, disability, retirement)
Generous time‑away package (personal leave, paid parental leave, vacation, holidays)
Responsibilities
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 product knowledge to enable effective customer recommendations
Build positive relationships with wholesale and retail customers
Complete store administration
Ensure compliance with policies and procedures including safety, loss prevention, and security
Maintain outstanding store condition and visual merchandising standards
Support employee training, development, performance management, and corrective action
Respond to and resolve any customer and/or employee complaints
Partner with Store Manager to make outside sales calls to increase market share
Qualifications
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
High School diploma or GED
Able to retrieve material from shelves and lift up to 70 lbs on occasion
Preferred Qualifications:
1 year retail, sales, or customer service experience
1 year of experience in a leadership role supervising others
Experience selling paint or related products
Experience using timekeeping or CRM systems
Associate degree or higher in business, sales, or marketing
Team‑oriented setting experience (e.g., extracurricular, military)
Willingness to relocate for future job opportunities
Multilingual (Spanish or other)
About Sherwin‑Williams Sherwin‑Williams is a purpose‑driven global company dedicated to inspiring and improving the world by coloring and protecting what matters. We invest in our people, offering inclusive teams, career growth, and comprehensive benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity Sherwin‑Williams is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified candidates receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on protected status.
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