The Sherwin-Williams Management & Sales Training Program offers an exciting opportunity as an accelerated entry-level position, aimed at preparing you for a rewarding Store Management role within 18-24 months. With our strong promote-from-within philosophy, you'll be positioned to advance to an Assistant Store Manager role upon successfully completing the initial 8-week training.
This program typically requires a commitment of 44 hours per week, including potential evenings and weekends. During your journey, you will work closely with store management to oversee a multi-million dollar business, providing valuable leadership and insights that contribute to the store's development and strategic growth.
You will have the chance to enhance the company's market share by engaging with large, commercial clients such as painting contractors, purchasing agents, and manufacturers who require significant volumes of our premium products.
Throughout the training experience, you will acquire essential skills needed for a successful career in management and professional sales. Upon completion of the program, you will enjoy a clear career trajectory with limitless opportunities to shape your future.
What You'll Gain: - Limitless Career Opportunities: Experience structured support, including formal discussions to review your personal objectives and development.
- Leadership Development: Build a solid foundation for what it takes to be a successful leader within our organization.
- Professional Networking: Engage with local communities and establish essential relationships to grow our business and your own success.
As part of the position, you will engage with customers, which may include minors, and handle cash and electronic payment methods. Therefore, a criminal history review is necessary to ensure the safety and security of our employees and customers.
At Sherwin-Williams, our mission is to inspire and enhance the world through our quality products. We believe our employees are vital to achieving this goal, and we are committed to supporting them in many ways, including:
- Comprehensive rewards and benefits that promote health and well-being.
- Opportunities for career advancement and skill development.
- Building connections within an inclusive team and commitment to community engagement.
We offer a robust set of benefits designed for your personal and professional well-being. More information about benefits eligibility upon employment will be provided during the application process.
Minimum Requirements: - Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the country without requiring sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future.
- Must possess a valid, unrestricted Driver's License.
- Must hold at least a bachelor's degree by the start of this development program.
- Capacity, with or without reasonable accommodation, to lift materials frequently up to 50 lbs. and on occasion up to 70 lbs.
Preferred Qualifications: - At least one (1) year of experience in retail, sales, or customer service.
- At least one (1) year in a leadership position, supervising others or leading teams.
- Experience working in a team-oriented setting through work, extracurricular activities, or military service.
- Previous experience selling paint and related products is beneficial.
- Familiarity with timekeeping or customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
- Willingness to relocate for future career opportunities.
- Ability to communicate effectively in more than one language is an asset.
- Proficiency in reading, writing, comprehending, and communicating in Spanish is a plus.