Store Sales Representative - Memphis E, TN

About the role

This position grows sales at assigned Lowe's stores within the geographic territory through implementing sales/marketing programs, training activities, service and merchandising responsibilities. The store count will range between 3-5 stores and will be based on geography and store volume.

Responsibilities

• Establishing strong selling relationships with store associates, store management and other district managers
• Continually promoting and representing the brand and product strengths to Lowe's associates, customers/contractors
• Discerning competitive advantage and competitor’s weaknesses
• Utilizing the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system to document sales calls and store visits
• Gathering and documenting competitor intelligence information in the CRM
• Conducting contractor events to promote products and to increase sales
• Ensuring promotions, pricing & signage is set appropriately in each store
• Preparing Annual Growth Plan (AGP) for assigned stores in territory that meet or exceed sales & profit goals
• Conducting various trainings including product knowledge, sales training, promotional display training and equipment training for current and newly hired Lowe's associates.
• Products include (Valspar, HGTV Home by Sherwin Williams, Purdy, Minwax, Cabot, Thompson’s Waterseal, White Lightning, DIY Paint, Contractor Paint)
• Assisting store associates with tinting/mixing paint as needed
• Department review of all Sherwin Williams products including ensuring products are fully stocked and properly displayed
• Conducting Profit and Loss review & management which includes expense management, mistint expense tracking, collateral expenses & travel and entertainment
• Traveling within assigned region, including overnight travel, up to 50% of the time

Qualifications

• 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 High School Diploma or GED
• Must have a valid unrestricted driver’s license
• Must have at least one (1) year of work experience in customer service, retail, or sales
• Willing to work all scheduled hours, which may include evenings and weekends, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Willing to travel as required for this position

Preferred Qualifications

• Have a bachelor’s degree or higher
• Able to read, write, comprehend and communicate in Spanish
• Have at least three (3) years of work experience in customer service, retail, or sales
• Have working experience with Profit and Loss / Budget Management experience
• Have previous working experience in selling paint and paint related products

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 for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in: Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/ . Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.

Compensation

Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.