Management & Sales Training Program (Central Illinois District)

Job overview

The Management & Sales Training Program (Central Illinois District) is an onsite, full-time entry-level position based in Champaign, IL. Compensation is not specified for this role, which supports the Sherwin-Williams store management team in driving business growth and operational success. This program is designed to prepare participants for a future Store Management role through an accelerated 18-24 month development path. You will gain hands-on experience in store operations, sales strategy, and leadership while collaborating with management to oversee business performance and customer service initiatives.

What you'll do

• Complete training consistent with established program
• Support business strategies to increase sales and optimize profitability
• Ensure high levels of customers 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
• Support employee training, development, performance management, and corrective action
• Respond to and resolve any customer and/or employee complaints
• Partner with Store Manager to make outside sales calls to increase market share.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

champaign il

sherwin-williams

sales

management trainee

entry-level

retail

customer service

business development

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Retirement benefits, health care, total well-being support, and daily commute assistance.

Why this role

Promote-from-within philosophy, accelerated management track, structured leadership development.

About the employer

Sherwin-Williams is hiring for this role. Industry: Professional and Management Development Training. Sector: 61.