Assistant Manager Trainee

Sherwin-Williams; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement benefits

Bonus eligibility

Limitless career opportunities

Job summary

Sherwin-Williams is looking for an Assistant Manager Trainee in Richmond, Virginia. This entry-level position prepares candidates for Store Management roles within 18-24 months, offering leadership development and training in operational strategies.

The ideal candidate must be at least 18 years old with a valid Driver's License, a high school diploma, and the ability to lift materials as required. Opportunities for bonuses and health benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must have a valid, unrestricted Driver’s License.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently.

Responsibilities

• Complete training consistent with established program.
• Support business strategies to increase sales.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent service.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Sales Skills

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate's degree or higher in business, sales, or marketing

Tools

Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems

Job description

Job Description

The 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. This position’s typical schedule is 44 hours per week, which may include evenings and weekends. 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. Throughout the training 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 customers who need large volumes of our high‑quality products. Our training experience provides you with all the skills necessary for a successful career in management and professional sales. After you complete the training program, you will have a clear career trajectory that you shape yourself!

What you will gain

• Limitless Career Opportunities – This structured program provides the support you need, including formal discussions to review your objectives and development.
• Leadership Development – You’ll develop the foundation for what it takes to become a successful leader in our organization.
• Professional Networking – You will also get out into the community and establish relationships essential to growing our business and your success.
• Bonus eligibility – This position is also eligible for bonus based on performance and subject to the terms of the Company’s applicable plans.
• Health and retirement benefits – This position is eligible for health benefits such as medical, dental and vision coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), disability coverage, security, retirement and savings benefits, and more. Additional benefits include a generous time away from work package, personal leave, paid parental leave, medical leave, vacation, holidays, and other benefits.

Responsibilities

• Complete training consistent with 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 Store Manager to make outside sales calls to increase market share.

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

• Have at least one (1) year of experience working in a retail, sales, or customer service position.
• Have at least one (1) year of experience in leadership role(s), supervising others, or leading teams.
• Have previous work experience selling paint and paint-related products.
• Have work experience using timekeeping and/or customer relationship management ("CRM") systems.
• Have an associate's degree or higher in business, sales, or marketing.
• Have 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.

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. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

EEO Statement

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.

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.

As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin‑Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans.

Please be aware, Sherwin‑Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.