Retail Leadership Trainee: Path to Store Manager

Sherwin-Williams; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherwin-Williams in Manchester, NH seeks an Assistant Manager Trainee for an accelerated, entry-level path to Store Management in 18-24 months. The program includes 6-8 weeks of training, with 44 hours per week, evenings and weekends possible.

You will help oversee a million-dollar business, lead teams, and grow market share among painting contractors and commercial buyers. Post-training, a clear career trajectory begins toward an Assistant Store Manager role.

Qualifications

• Minimum HS diploma or GED required; Associate degree or higher preferred.
• Experience in retail, sales, or customer service is advantageous.
• Willingness to relocate for future opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Complete training consistent with established program.
• Support business strategies to increase sales and profitability.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent service.
• Build knowledge of products to make effective recommendations.
• Maintain relationships with wholesale and retail customers.
• Assist with store administration and compliance with policies.
• Support training and performance management of staff.
• Respond to customer and employee issues and resolve complaints.
• Collaborate with Store Manager on outside sales to grow market share.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Sales

Marketing

Finance

Operations

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

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

Tools

CRM systems

Timekeeping systems

Job description

Sherwin-Williams in Manchester, NH seeks an Assistant Manager Trainee for an accelerated, entry-level path to Store Management in 18-24 months. The program includes 6-8 weeks of training, with 44 hours per week, evenings and weekends possible.

You will help oversee a million-dollar business, lead teams, and grow market share among painting contractors and commercial buyers. Post-training, a clear career trajectory begins toward an Assistant Store Manager role.