Assistant Manager Trainee

About the role

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.

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.

After completing 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 through a structured program that provides support, including formal discussions to review your objectives and development
• Leadership development to build the foundation for becoming a successful leader in our organization
• Training in customer service, sales, marketing, finance, and operations
• Professional networking opportunities to establish relationships essential to growing our business and your success

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 the Store Manager to make outside sales calls to increase market share

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future
• 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:

• At least one (1) year of experience working in a retail, sales, or customer service position
• At least one (1) year of experience in leadership role(s), supervising others, or leading teams
• Previous work experience selling paint and paint-related products
• Work experience using timekeeping and/or customer relationship management ("CRM") systems
• An associate's degree or higher in business, sales, or marketing
• Previous experience working in a team-oriented setting including work experience, 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

Schedule

This position’s typical schedule is 44 hours per week, which may include evenings and/or weekends.

Benefits

• Eligible for bonus based on performance
• Health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Disability coverage
• Retirement and savings benefits
• Generous time away from work package, including personal leave, paid parental leave, medical leave, vacation, and holidays

About Us

At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings, and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent, and passion make it possible to live this purpose and achieve great results for customers and our business.

Sherwin-Williams invests in its employees through life, career, and connection:

• Rewards, benefits, and flexibility to enhance health and well-being
• Opportunities to learn, develop new skills, and grow your contribution
• An inclusive team and commitment to our communities