Assistant Store Manager - Store 703539

Sherwin-Williams•Great Falls, MT

2d•$54,590 - $64,171

About The Position

The Assistant Store Manager works with the Store Manager to organize, plan, and implement strategies in a Sherwin-Williams paint store. The role supports all aspects of store operations, including customer service, marketing, merchandising, inventory, finances, and store safety. It also helps supervise and train store staff and contacts customers to generate sales leads. The typical schedule is 44 hours per week and may include evenings and/or weekends. The position is eligible for performance-based bonus, subject to the terms of applicable Company plans. The role involves contact with customers, potentially including minors, and access to cash and other payment methods, electronic equipment, personal information, merchandise, and other items of value. A review of criminal history is required to protect the business, its operations and reputation, and the safety of customers, staff, employees, vendors, contractors, and the public. Sherwin-Williams describes its purpose as inspiring and improving the world by coloring and protecting what matters. The company says it supports employees through rewards and benefits, opportunities to learn and grow, and an inclusive team and community commitment.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without current or future employment visa sponsorship.
Have a valid, unrestricted Driver’s License.
Have at least a high school diploma or GED.
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.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience in retail, sales, or customer service, or completion of a Sherwin-Williams Management Training Program.
At least one 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.
An associate's degree or higher in business, sales, or marketing.
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.

Responsibilities

Support business strategies to increase sales and optimize profitability.
Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent service.
Build and maintain knowledge of products to provide 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 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 customer and employee complaints.
Partner with the Store Manager to make outside sales calls and increase market share.