Store Leadership Trainee — Fast-Track to Manager

Sherwin-Williams Co.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Bonus eligible

Paid time off

Job summary

Sherwin-Williams is seeking an Assistant Manager Trainee to prepare for a Store Manager role within 18–24 months. The program includes 6–8 weeks of training and a 44-hour work week with potential evenings and weekends, handling a million-dollar store and leading teams.

You will learn operations, sales, and customer service for painting contractors and commercial users, advancing toward a management career.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ and legally eligible to work without sponsorship.
• Valid, unrestricted driver's license required.
• High school diploma or GED; college degree preferred in related fields.

Responsibilities

• Complete program training and support business strategies to drive sales.
• Deliver excellent customer service and build product knowledge.
• Assist Store Manager and lead teammates; participate in store operations.
• Maintain store appearance and ensure safety and loss-prevention standards.
• Support outside sales efforts and grow market share with commercial customers.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Retail sales

Timekeeping systems

CRM systems

Education

High School diploma or GED

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

Tools

Timekeeping software

CRM software

Job description

Sherwin-Williams is seeking an Assistant Manager Trainee to prepare for a Store Manager role within 18–24 months. The program includes 6–8 weeks of training and a 44-hour work week with potential evenings and weekends, handling a million-dollar store and leading teams.

You will learn operations, sales, and customer service for painting contractors and commercial users, advancing toward a management career.