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Join Sherwin-Williams as we elevate your career through our Management & Sales Training Program, an innovative and accelerated entry-level opportunity crafted to prepare you for a Store Management role in just 18-24 months. Embrace our promote-from-within philosophy and advance to an Assistant Store Manager position after successfully completing our initial 8-week training.

This role typically demands a commitment of 44 hours per week, including evenings and weekends. During the program, collaborate with store management to oversee operations of a million-dollar business. Gain leadership skills and insights into the store's development strategy while playing a crucial role in our success.

You will be instrumental in expanding our market share by engaging with large commercial customers, including painting contractors and purchasing agents, who require high-quality products in bulk.

Here's what you can expect to gain:

• Limitless Career Opportunities: Enjoy a structured program designed to support your growth through formal discussions to review your objectives.
• Leadership Development: Build a strong foundation for leadership with skills in customer service, sales, marketing, finance, and operations.
• Professional Networking: Establish essential relationships within the community to foster both business growth and personal success.

Your job responsibilities will include:

• Completing training aligned with established standards.
• Supporting business strategies aimed at increasing sales and optimizing profitability.
• Ensuring customer satisfaction through exceptional service.
• Building and maintaining product knowledge for effective customer recommendations.
• Fostering positive relationships with both wholesale and retail customers.
• Managing store administration tasks.
• Ensuring compliance with safety, loss prevention, and security protocols.
• Maintaining outstanding store conditions and merchandising standards.
• Assisting in employee training, development, and performance management.
• Responding to and resolving customer and employee complaints.
• Partnering with the Store Manager for outside sales calls to boost market share.

Minimum Requirements:

• Age: Minimum eighteen (18) years old.
• Authorization: Legally authorized to work without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Driver's License: Valid and unrestricted.
• Education: Bachelor's degree required by program start date.
• Physical Ability: Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently and 70 lbs. on occasion with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of experience in retail, sales, or customer service roles.
• At least one year of leadership experience supervising teams.
• Experience in team-oriented environments, including work, extracurriculars, or military service.
• Previous experience selling paint or paint-related products.
• Familiarity with timekeeping and customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
• Willingness to relocate for future opportunities.
• Proficiency in languages, especially Spanish.

At Sherwin-Williams, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that supports the growth and well-being of our employees, and we look forward to your application!