Store Management & Sales Trainee: Accelerated Pathway

Sherwin-Williams; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherwin-Williams invites you to join its Management & Sales Training Program in Charleston. This accelerated, entry-level program prepares you for a Store Management role in 18–24 months, with a path to an Assistant Store Manager after the initial 8-week training.

You will work 44 hours per week, serve commercial customers, and learn operations, sales, finance, and leadership. The program emphasizes development, networking, and a clear career trajectory within a company known for promoting from

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must have a valid, unrestricted Driver’s License.
• Must have at least a bachelor's degree by the start of this development program.
• Must be able to retrieve materials and lift up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 70 lbs. on occasion.

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 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 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.

Skills

Leadership experience

Retail sales

Customer service

Timekeeping/CRM experience

Relocation willingness

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM systems

Timekeeping software

Job description

Sherwin-Williams invites you to join its Management & Sales Training Program in Charleston. This accelerated, entry-level program prepares you for a Store Management role in 18–24 months, with a path to an Assistant Store Manager after the initial 8-week training.

You will work 44 hours per week, serve commercial customers, and learn operations, sales, finance, and leadership. The program emphasizes development, networking, and a clear career trajectory within a company known for promoting from