Bilingual Assistant Manager Trainee (Spanish) - Store 705630

Sherwin-Williams•Pottstown, PA

About The Position

The Sherwin-Williams Assistant Manager Trainee Program is an accelerated, entry-level position that prepares current employees for a Store Management role in 18–24 months. After successfully completing the initial 6–8-week training, participants may progress into an Assistant Store Manager position. The program provides experience in store operations, customer relationships, internal strategy, leadership, sales, marketing, finance, and operations. Trainees collaborate with store management to oversee a million-dollar business and help develop and execute the store’s strategy. They support market-share growth by selling products to commercial users, including painting contractors, purchasing agents, and manufacturers. The program includes structured development and objective reviews, leadership training, and opportunities to build community and customer relationships. The typical schedule is 44 hours per week and may include evenings and/or weekends. The position is eligible for performance-based bonus and company benefits.

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.
Be able to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in English.
Be able to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in Spanish.
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 pounds frequently and up to 70 pounds occasionally.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience in retail, sales, or customer service.
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.
Previous experience in a team-oriented setting, including work experience, extracurricular activities, or military service.
Willingness to relocate for future job opportunities.

Responsibilities

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 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 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 customer and employee complaints.
Partner with the Store Manager to make outside sales calls and increase market share.