Sales Development Program- Cincinnati at Sherwin-Williams
Cincinnati, OH 45202
About the Job
The Sales Development Program is a 12-week program that supports our Consumer Brands Group. Selected candidates will support the Lowe’s stores within the geographic region into which they are hired. The training location for the development program will be in the Cincinnati area and trainees must be located here for the duration of the training program. Trainees will be expected to travel to multiple stores in the assigned area to get the true experience of a Sales Representative within our company.
In addition, trainees may be asked to travel outside of their assigned region to support business needs in other geographies, requiring travel both local and overnight. Preference will be given to candidates that are open to relocating based on business need upon completion of the program.
This training program is currently scheduled to begin in April 2025.
This Development Program is the ideal fast track for candidates with long-term goals of pursuing a Sales Management career for a Fortune 500 company and provides immense opportunity to learn about Sherwin-Williams, the Consumer Brands Group and our multiple categories and channels of business.
Following completion of the program, you will have the opportunity to apply for a post-program promotion within the Consumer Brands Group career path or with other Sherwin-Williams divisions. Post program opportunities may require relocation.
Job duties involve contact with customers, which may include minors; and access to cash and other payment methods, electronic equipment, personal information, store merchandise, and other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company’s customers, staff, employees, vendors, contractors, and the public.
Here, we believe there’s not one path to success, we believe in careers that grow with you. Whoever you are or wherever you come from in the world, there’s a place for you at Sherwin-Williams. We provide you with the opportunity to explore your curiosity and drive us forward. Sherwin-Williams values the unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans. We’ll give you the space to share your strengths and we want you show us what you can do. You can innovate, grow and discover in a place where you can thrive and Let Your Colors Show!
What is the Process to get Started?
Step 1 – Online Application
Find the role(s) that interest you on our Careers page: https://jobsearch.sherwin.com/
Set aside 15 minutes to create your profile by entering or importing your details from one of our job board partners
Step 2 – Digital Interview
Upon review of your application, qualified candidates will be invited to complete a digital video interview via HireVue, our interview partner. The interview will consist of a few behavioral based questions
You’ll be able to record and complete your video interview anytime, anywhere! While you can complete this video interview on your own schedule, we ask that this step be completed within 7 days of receiving an invitation
Step 3 – In-Store Interview
Your video interview is reviewed by a member of our Recruitment team and our top candidates are invited to meet with our team in a store, specialty wholesale branch, floorcovering facility or delivery service terminal.
At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/. Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.
Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.
The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.
Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. 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.
As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans.
Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.
- Complete a structured learning plan for product training and sales excellence
- Act as Brand Representative for nationally recognized brands, such as Valspar, HGTV by Sherwin-Williams, Cabot, Minwax, Purdy, Thompson's Water Seal, White Lightning
- Utilize the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool to document in-store activity and sales calls
- Drive top-line sales at assigned Lowe’s Store
- Provide support to the regional team of 8-12 Sales Representatives in the following areas: Training Lowe’s associates, Business Management, Merchandising, Events
- Establish strong selling relationships with Lowe’s store associates and management
- Respond and resolve product, service, and inventory issues at the store level
- Leverage coaching, networking, hands-on experiences to develop sales and leadership skills
- Maintain outstanding store condition and visual merchandising standards, including promotional packages and sales floor displays
- Ability to travel overnight, approximately 10-15% of the time
Minimum Requirements:
- 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 be at least eighteen (18) years of age
- Must have a valid, unrestricted driver’s license.
- By the start of this development program, must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or have at least four (4) years of prior work experience in Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, Retail, Operations, or Management.
- Must be willing to travel as required for this position
Preferred Qualifications:
- Have at least one (1) prior internship or co-op experience in Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, Retail, Operations, or Management
- Have at least one (1) year of prior work experience in Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, Retail, Operations, or Management
- Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in Spanish
- Have previous experience in a team-oriented setting including work experience, extra-curricular activities, military experience, etc.
- Have at least one (1) year of experience in leadership role(s), supervising others, or leading teams
- Willing to relocate for future job opportunities upon completion of the Consumer Brands Group Sales Development Program
