Assistant Manager Trainee

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.

Typical schedule is 44 hours per week, which may include evenings and/or 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.

• Limitless career opportunities and a clear career trajectory.
• Leadership development to become a successful leader in our organization.
• Professional networking opportunities within the community.
• Eligibility for a performance‑based bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

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

• 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.

• At least one (1) year of experience working in a retail, sales, or customer service position.
• At least one (1) year of experience in a leadership role, supervising others, or leading teams.
• Previous work experience selling paint and paint‑related products.
• Work experience using timekeeping and/or customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
• Associate's degree or higher in business, sales, or marketing.
• Previous experience working in a team‑oriented setting including extracurricular activities or military service.
• 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.

• Health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Disability coverage.
• Security, retirement, and savings benefits.
• Generous time‑off package, including personal leave, paid parental leave, medical leave, vacation, and holidays.
• Performance‑based bonus eligibility.

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.

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

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