Assistant Store Manager

Job description

The Assistant Store Manager works with the Store Manager to organize, plan, and implement strategies in a Sherwin-Williams paint store. This includes supporting all aspects of store operations, including customer service, marketing, merchandising, inventory, finances, and store safety. This role will assist in supervising and training store staff and be responsible for contacting customers to generate sales leads. Responsibilities: This role requires up to 10 % travel Support business strategies to increase sales and optimize profitabilityEnsure high levels of customers satisfaction through excellent serviceBuild and maintain knowledge of all products to ensure effective customer recommendationsBuild positive relationships with wholesale and retail customersComplete store administrationEnsure compliance with policies and procedures including safety, loss prevention, and securityMaintain outstanding store condition and visual merchandising standards, including promotional packages and sales floor displaysSupport employee training, development, performance management, and corrective actionRespond to and resolve any customer and/or employee complaintsPartner with Store Manager to make outside sales calls to increase market share Qualifications: Minimum Requirements:Must be at least eighteen (18) years of ageMust be legally authorized to work in the country of employmentMust have a valid, unrestricted Driver’s LicenseMust have at least High School diploma or a Certificate of Adult Education Completion (CAEC)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.Preferred Qualifications:Have at least one (1) year experience working in a retail, sales, or customer service position or have completed a Sherwin-Williams Management Training ProgramHave at least one (1) year of experience in leadership role(s), supervising others, or leading teamsHave previous work experience selling paint and paint-related productsHave work experience using timekeeping and/or customer relationship management (“CRM”) systemsHave an associate's degree or higher in business, sales, or marketingWillingness to relocate for future job opportunitiesAbility to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in more than one language