Sales Leadership Development Program: Fast-Track to Rep

The Sherwin-Williams Company; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sherwin-Williams Company is launching a Sales Leadership Development Program (LDP) in early 2027 to prepare participants for a Sales Representative role within the General Industrial division. The program combines structured training, mentorship, and field experience across coatings and industrial markets.

Participants will relocate to one of the designated locations and gain hands-on experience in sales, customer service, and business operations, with opportunities for advancement upon

Qualifications

• Must have at least one year of experience in customer service, retail, or sales.
• Must have a bachelor's degree or higher by start of program.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Develop expertise in Sherwin-Williams' products, customers, and sales strategies.
• Support sales initiatives within assigned division and territory.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships through consultative selling.
• Utilize CRM tools to document sales activities and manage customer accounts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver customer solutions.
• Participate in training sessions, field visits, and performance reviews.
• Travel overnight up to 50% of the time as required.
• Relocation is required for the program.

Skills

Customer service

Sales skills

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

CRM familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

CRM software

Job description

The Sherwin-Williams Company is launching a Sales Leadership Development Program (LDP) in early 2027 to prepare participants for a Sales Representative role within the General Industrial division. The program combines structured training, mentorship, and field experience across coatings and industrial markets.

Participants will relocate to one of the designated locations and gain hands-on experience in sales, customer service, and business operations, with opportunities for advancement upon