Entry-Level Sales and Management Trainee -

Paint & Coatings Date Posted:

29 September 2026

Closing Date:

October 29, 2026

Recruiter:

SHERWIN WILLIAMS

Location:

Charleston, South Carolina Salary:

USD63,000

to

USD78,000

Job Type & Industry:

Business & Management Consultancy, Sales, Marketing, PR & Events Contract Type:

Permanent Work Hours:

Full Time Job Reference:

2992010975-2 Apply for this job now Job Description Sherwin-Williams is seeking driven graduates for our Management & Sales Training Program in Charleston, SC. In this full-time role, you'll learn store operations, sales, and customer service while working hands-on with industry-leading coatings for manufacturing and other sectors. Through structured rotations, coaching, and product training, you'll build skills in territory management, inventory, merchandising, and leadership. Our collaborative, performance-driven culture offers clear career paths into sales or management, with strong benefits and opportunities for advancement across our global network. Responsibilities Complete a structured rotations program across sales and store operations Support customers with product selection and technical guidance Assist in managing inventory, merchandising and store standards Learn territory management and local market development Track sales activities and performance metrics using CRM/tools Collaborate with managers to meet sales and service goals Participate in safety, compliance and product training Prepare for promotion into a sales or assistant manager role Required Skills Sales prospecting B2 B and B2 C customer service Account management Territory management Store/branch operations Inventory management Order processing & POS systems Business communication Data analysis & reporting (Excel/CRM) Time management & prioritization