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June 2026 Sales Leadership Development Program- Boston, MA
June 2026 Sales Leadership Development Program- Boston, MAThe Sherwin-Williams Company • Boston, MA, United States
June 2026 Sales Leadership Development Program- Boston, MA

June 2026 Sales Leadership Development Program- Boston, MA

The Sherwin-Williams Company • Boston, MA, United States
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Sherwin-Williams is seeking motivated, learning-agile individuals who have a drive for sales in a business-to-business organization to join our Sales Leadership Development Program. The Sales Leadership Development Program is a high-potential program designed to develop key skills and experience that will lead to a rewarding career as a Sales Representative within our Automotive Division.

The Sales Leadership Development Program is a 6–8-month program in which participants are expected to demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and a willingness to relocate within the designated geographic territory.

Throughout this program, participants will gain essential expertise in identifying new business opportunities and effectively engage with both current and prospective clients to advance Automotive Finishes products. Participants will accompany sales representatives and Area Sales Managers in the field, gaining insight into their daily responsibilities through direct observation. Additionally, they will spend dedicated time at an automotive branch, gaining comprehensive experience in operations, sales, customer service, finance, and strategic business planning to support sales initiatives

Participants will also have access to build cross-functional partnerships with and understand the interaction of Sales, Marketing, Operations, & R&D to execute sales strategy.

You must be willing to relocate to any one of these locations for the training program and for post-program placement .

  • Connecticut
  • Delaware
  • Massachusetts
  • New Jersey
  • New York
  • Pennsylvania
  • Maryland
  • Ohio
  • Virginia
  • West Virginia

This training program is currently scheduled to begin in June 2026.

Job duties involve contact with customers, which may include minors; and access to cash and other payment methods, electronic equipment, personal information, store merchandise 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 general public.

Experiences and learnings of the Sales Leadership Development Program include :

  • Develop and implement strategies to drive market growth by increasing sales to both existing and new customers.
  • Address and resolve customer complaints related to products, color, inventory, and pricing, involving the Sales Manager when needed.
  • Strengthen relationships with key account stakeholders by staying informed on industry trends and highlighting the advantages of Sherwin-Williams’ products and services.
  • Manage inventory for assigned accounts, including maintaining min / max systems and coordinating orders with the service branch.
  • Act as a communication link between sales, operations, and customers to address needs and monitor competitor activity.
  • Collaborate with the Area Sales Manager and Sales Representatives to acquire new accounts and support market expansion.
  • Ensure all equipment is properly maintained and possess working knowledge of relevant tools and software, including Salesforce for logging visits and tracking account progress.
  • Consistently provide excellent customer service, adhere to safety standards, and build product knowledge to make effective recommendations.

    • Minimum 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 relocate based on business need for training, post program position and promotional opportunities

    • Ability to travel overnight, approximately 25-50% of the time

    Preferred Qualifications

  • 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
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