Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $18.50
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
employee discount
Career development opportunities
Job Description
Sherwin-Williams is a globally recognized leader in the paint and coatings industry, dedicated to inspiring and improving the world by coloring and protecting what matters. With decades of expertise, Sherwin-Williams serves a diverse range of customers across wholesale and retail channels, providing high-quality paints, coatings, and innovative solutions that make environments brighter, stronger, and more sustainable. The company emphasizes its commitment to employee growth, well-being, and community connection, offering a supportive work environment where team members are empowered to enhance their careers and contribute meaningfully to the company’s mission. Sherwin-Williams stands out as a stable and growing organization, offering rewarding career opportunities within an inclusive and dynamic team setting.
The role of Customer Service Specialist at Sherwin-Williams focuses on delivering exceptional service to both wholesale and retail clients by understanding their needs, answering product-related inquiries, and recommending optimal solutions. This position requires a customer-centric approach to ensure the highest levels of client satisfaction while consistently achieving and exceeding store sales goals. Customer Service Specialists play a critical role in representing Sherwin-Williams by maintaining the store's visual and product quality standards, staying informed about the latest product innovations, and promptly addressing customer concerns.
In this role, you will interact frequently with customers, including minors, and handle cash, electronic payments, and valuable merchandise. Sherwin-Williams prioritizes safety and integrity, thus conducting thorough background checks as part of the hiring process to protect its operations, employees, customers, and community. The company stresses the importance of integrity, safety, and compliance with inventory controls and sales policies.
Career development is a major focus at Sherwin-Williams, where employees are supported through various benefits and learning opportunities. From flexible benefits that enhance health and well-being to robust career growth options and an inclusive corporate culture, working as a Customer Service Specialist provides the platform to build a long-term career in retail, sales, or the paint and coatings industry.
The selection process includes applying online, completing a digital interview with behavioral questions via HireVue, and participating in an in-store interview with the team. Sherwin-Williams values diversity and equal opportunity, welcoming qualified candidates regardless of background and abiding by all federal, state, and local employment laws.
The role of Customer Service Specialist at Sherwin-Williams focuses on delivering exceptional service to both wholesale and retail clients by understanding their needs, answering product-related inquiries, and recommending optimal solutions. This position requires a customer-centric approach to ensure the highest levels of client satisfaction while consistently achieving and exceeding store sales goals. Customer Service Specialists play a critical role in representing Sherwin-Williams by maintaining the store's visual and product quality standards, staying informed about the latest product innovations, and promptly addressing customer concerns.
In this role, you will interact frequently with customers, including minors, and handle cash, electronic payments, and valuable merchandise. Sherwin-Williams prioritizes safety and integrity, thus conducting thorough background checks as part of the hiring process to protect its operations, employees, customers, and community. The company stresses the importance of integrity, safety, and compliance with inventory controls and sales policies.
Career development is a major focus at Sherwin-Williams, where employees are supported through various benefits and learning opportunities. From flexible benefits that enhance health and well-being to robust career growth options and an inclusive corporate culture, working as a Customer Service Specialist provides the platform to build a long-term career in retail, sales, or the paint and coatings industry.
The selection process includes applying online, completing a digital interview with behavioral questions via HireVue, and participating in an in-store interview with the team. Sherwin-Williams values diversity and equal opportunity, welcoming qualified candidates regardless of background and abiding by all federal, state, and local employment laws.
Job 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 be able to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in English
- Must be able to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in Spanish
- 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 be willing to work all scheduled hours, which may include evenings and weekends, with or without reasonable accommodation
- If internal to Sherwin-Williams, you must have received at least a "meets expectations" (3) rating on your most recent performance appraisal
- If internal to Sherwin-Williams, you must have completed all HR Cloud eLearning courses required for your current position
Job Qualifications
- Have at least a high school diploma or GED
- Have at least one year of experience working in a delivery, retail, or customer service position
- Have previous work experience selling paint and paint-related products
- Have previous work experience operating tinting and mixing equipment
Job Duties
- Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent sales service
- Assist customers in person and over the phone by determining needs and presenting appropriate products and services
- Build productive trust relationships with wholesale and retail customers
- Process sales transactions accurately and consistent with policies and procedures
- Follow and achieve sales goals on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis
- Maintain precise work order files and formulas
- Pull appropriate products from the sales floor or warehouse
- Tint and mix products, as needed, to customer specifications
- Stock shelves and set up displays
- Clean store equipment
- Load/unload delivery trucks
- Assist in making deliveries, as needed
- Maintain in-stock and presentable condition assigned areas
- Remain knowledgeable on products offered and discuss available options
- Comply with inventory control procedures
- Suggest ways to improve sales
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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