Job Description

Description

WELCOME TO SHERWIN-WILLIAMS

Sherwin-Williams is the largest paints and coatings company in the world. With $15.8 billion in sales, more than 4,100 stores, and 140 manufacturing and distribution centers worldwide. Our 60,000 employees across the globe are diverse, innovative and passionate. With a variety of rewarding and challenging opportunities, Sherwin-Williams is a great place to launch and grow a career. Find yours and join us today.

If you’ve got what it takes to be a troubleshooter, marketer, trainer, systems analyst, creative problem solver, strategist, and an all-encompassing leader of the pack, you could be part of the Sherwin-Williams’ team. Our Trainee Assistant Manager Program is designed to provide you with all the skills needed to build a successful career in management and/or outside professional sales. 

The Trainee Assistant Manager Program includes self-study modules, structured on-the-job training, classroom instruction at our regional training facilities, as well as ongoing education throughout your career.  Your training will encompass all aspects of store management, including paint and associated products, customer service, professional sales and marketing, credit and accounts receivable management, human resources management, profit and loss and merchandising management.

After you complete the trainee program, you’ll be able to progress into paint store management positions.  Our Assistant Store Managers and Store Managers oversee a million-dollar business, providing leadership and insight into the development and strategy of their store. 

Many Trainees choose a path that leads to a career in professional sales.  In this role, they 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.  Generally, sales representatives apply their trade in specific regions or territories. Trainees are eligible for professional sales positions once a track record of success within the stores has been established.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a valid Driver’s License.

• Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status.

• Must be able to retrieve material from shelves and floor stacks and lift and carry up to 50 lbs.   

• Must be able to tint paint, therefore, must be able to distinguish the difference between colors.

• Must be able to operate a computer and communicate via the telephone.

• High school diploma or comparable certification (e.g. GED).
 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s Degree, preferably in a Business and/or Marketing field.

• Prior work experience in sales or customer service. 

• Willingness to relocate for promotional opportunities.

• Bilingual ability is an added plus.