2026 Leadership Development Program - Automotive

Sherwin-Williams•Richmond, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Sherwin-Williams is seeking highly motivated, sales-focused individuals for its Leadership Development Program (LDP). This eight-week program offers hands-on experience in an industrial retail Automotive Branch, focusing on building sales expertise, developing leadership skills, and gaining practical knowledge of branch operations. Participants will work at an onsite industrial retail Automotive Finishes branch in the Northeast Region (Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York). The program provides essential insights into automotive branch operations, sales, customer service, finance, and strategic business planning to support growth. Upon successful completion, participants will transition into an Assistant Branch Manager position within the specified sales region. Relocation may be required for the training period and subsequent placement. The role involves customer contact, handling payments, and accessing company assets, necessitating a review of criminal history to protect the business and its stakeholders.

Requirements

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 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.
Must have at least a bachelor's degree by the start of this development program.
Must be willing to relocate for this position, if required.

Nice To Haves

Willingness to relocate, as required, upon completion of the development program.
Have a bachelor's degree or higher in Sales, Marketing, Management, Business, Operations, or Supply Chain.
Have at least one (1) year experience working in a retail, sales, or customer service position.
Have previous experience working in a team-oriented setting including work experience, extracurricular activities, military service, etc.
Have at least one (1) year of experience in leadership role(s), supervising others, or leading teams.

Responsibilities

Support development of branch market plan based on market conditions and financial objectives.
Implement business strategies to increase sales and optimize profitability.
Build knowledge of products to ensure effective customer recommendations.
Provide excellent customer service and respond to and resolve any customer and/or employee complaints.
Ensure compliance with policies and procedures including safety, loss prevention, and security.
Support employee training, development, performance management, and corrective action.
Assist in determining staffing needs and developing work schedules.
Verify that customer orders and transactions are completed and documented accurately.
Maintain accurate branch inventory levels.
Analyze management and financial reports, including financial ratios relative to Profit & Loss (“P&L”).
Assist in making deliveries, as needed.