Accelerated Store Leadership & Sales Trainee

The Sherwin-Williams Company; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sherwin-Williams Company runs a Management & Sales Training Program in Walnut Creek, CA, an accelerated, entry-level track aimed at Store Management within 18–24 months. It emphasizes leadership development, sales growth, and in-depth store operations knowledge.

Participants engage with management, learn finance, marketing, and operations, and prepare for a future role as Assistant Store Manager after completing the 8-week core training.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail, sales, or customer service.
• Leadership experience and ability to supervise teams.
• Team-oriented environment and cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience selling paint or related products is a plus.
• Familiarity with timekeeping or CRM systems is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Complete training as part of the program.
• Support strategies to increase sales and profitability.
• Provide excellent customer service to achieve high customer satisfaction.
• Develop product knowledge to make effective recommendations.
• Build relationships with wholesale and retail customers.
• Assist with store administration and compliance.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Retail sales

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM systems

Timekeeping systems

Driver's license

Job description

The Sherwin-Williams Company runs a Management & Sales Training Program in Walnut Creek, CA, an accelerated, entry-level track aimed at Store Management within 18–24 months. It emphasizes leadership development, sales growth, and in-depth store operations knowledge.

Participants engage with management, learn finance, marketing, and operations, and prepare for a future role as Assistant Store Manager after completing the 8-week core training.