Sherwin-Williams
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 have the opportunity to progress into an Assistant Store Manager position upon successful completion of the initial 6‑8‑week training.
This position'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. Through the course of the program 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 – This structured program provides the support you need including formal discussions to review your objectives and development.
Leadership Development – You'll develop the foundation for what it takes to become a successful leader in our organization and learn how to excel at customer service, sales and marketing, finance, and operations.
Professional Networking – You will also get out into the community and establish relationships essential to growing our business and your success.
This position is also eligible for bonus based on performance and subject to the terms of the Company's applicable plans. This position is eligible for health benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), disability coverage, security, retirement and savings benefits, and more. Additional benefits include a generous time‑away package including personal leave, paid parental leave, medical leave, vacation, holidays, among other benefits.
Job duties involve contact with customers which may include minors; and access to cash and other payment methods, electronic equipment, personal information, store merchandise, and other items of value and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company has determined a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and to protect the safety of the Company's customers, staff, employees, vendors, contractors, and the general public.
Responsibilities
Complete training consistent with the 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 all products to ensure 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, including promotional packages and sales floor displays.
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:
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment for current or future work visa status.
Must have a valid unrestricted driver's license.
Must have at least a high school diploma or GED.
Must be able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to retrieve material from shelves and floor stacks and lift and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 70 lbs. on occasion.
Preferred Qualifications:
Have at least one year of experience working in a retail sales or customer service position.
Have at least one year of experience in a leadership role(s) supervising others or leading teams.
Have previous work experience selling paint and paint‑related products.
Have work experience using time‑keeping and/or customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
Have an associate degree or higher in business, sales or marketing.
Have previous experience working in a team‑oriented setting including work experience in extracurricular activities, military service, etc.
Willingness to relocate for future job opportunities.
Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in more than one language.
Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in Spanish.
Key Skills
Load & Unload
Customer Service
Communication skills
Store Management Experience
Computer Skills
Food Service Management
Management Experience
Analysis Skills
Training & Development
Financial Analysis
Leadership Experience
Retail Management
Employment Type:
Trainee
Experience:
Years
Vacancy:
1
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This position'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. Through the course of the program 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 – This structured program provides the support you need including formal discussions to review your objectives and development.
Leadership Development – You'll develop the foundation for what it takes to become a successful leader in our organization and learn how to excel at customer service, sales and marketing, finance, and operations.
Professional Networking – You will also get out into the community and establish relationships essential to growing our business and your success.
This position is also eligible for bonus based on performance and subject to the terms of the Company's applicable plans. This position is eligible for health benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), disability coverage, security, retirement and savings benefits, and more. Additional benefits include a generous time‑away package including personal leave, paid parental leave, medical leave, vacation, holidays, among other benefits.
Job duties involve contact with customers which may include minors; and access to cash and other payment methods, electronic equipment, personal information, store merchandise, and other items of value and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company has determined a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and to protect the safety of the Company's customers, staff, employees, vendors, contractors, and the general public.
Responsibilities
Complete training consistent with the 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 all products to ensure 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, including promotional packages and sales floor displays.
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:
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment for current or future work visa status.
Must have a valid unrestricted driver's license.
Must have at least a high school diploma or GED.
Must be able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to retrieve material from shelves and floor stacks and lift and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 70 lbs. on occasion.
Preferred Qualifications:
Have at least one year of experience working in a retail sales or customer service position.
Have at least one year of experience in a leadership role(s) supervising others or leading teams.
Have previous work experience selling paint and paint‑related products.
Have work experience using time‑keeping and/or customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
Have an associate degree or higher in business, sales or marketing.
Have previous experience working in a team‑oriented setting including work experience in extracurricular activities, military service, etc.
Willingness to relocate for future job opportunities.
Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in more than one language.
Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in Spanish.
Key Skills
Load & Unload
Customer Service
Communication skills
Store Management Experience
Computer Skills
Food Service Management
Management Experience
Analysis Skills
Training & Development
Financial Analysis
Leadership Experience
Retail Management
Employment Type:
Trainee
Experience:
Years
Vacancy:
1
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