Customer Service Specialist

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $15.83
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Benefits

Health Insurance
retirement plans
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Career Development
flexible scheduling
wellness programs

Job Description

Sherwin-Williams is a leader in the paint and coatings industry, dedicated to inspiring and improving the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Their products and innovative solutions brighten and strengthen the places and spaces in our world, making Sherwin-Williams a trusted name among both retail and wholesale customers. As a well-established company with a strong commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Sherwin-Williams has created a work environment that supports growth, career development, and a strong connection to the community. The company emphasizes a culture that values its employees, providing them with opportunities to grow their skills, rewards and benefits that support their overall health and well-being, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Sherwin-Williams prides itself on its stability, momentum, and the potential it offers its people to create a meaningful impact and find success in their careers.

The Customer Service Specialist position at Sherwin-Williams plays a vital role in the success of the retail stores. The role involves working closely with both wholesale and retail customers to understand their needs, answer their questions about Sherwin-Williams products, and recommend appropriate solutions tailored to individual requirements. Customer Service Specialists are tasked with resolving any customer concerns promptly and ensuring the highest level of client satisfaction. This job requires staying current with product features and maintaining high-quality and visual standards in the stores and product presentation.

Customer Service Specialists are not only expected to achieve excellent customer service but also to consistently meet the sales goals set by their stores. This balance of customer focus and sales achievement is essential for driving both customer loyalty and business growth. Additionally, the role requires handling cash, electronic payment methods, and store merchandise responsibly, with a clear understanding of company policies designed to protect both the business and its customers.

The position involves direct interaction with customers, including minors, meaning a background check is part of the hiring process to ensure safety and security for everyone involved. Sherwin-Williams operates with a mission to help employees and their families live healthier, save smarter, and feel better, offering a wide range of benefits designed to support their workforce comprehensively. Compensation decisions take into account skills, experience, licensing, certification, and business needs, making this a rewarding opportunity for candidates who are dedicated and customer-focused. The company welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates.

The hiring process begins with an online application, followed by a digital video interview and possibly an in-store interview for top candidates. Sherwin-Williams' recruiting is conducted with a commitment to professionalism and safeguarding candidate information throughout the hiring journey, ensuring a fair and respectful experience. Overall, the Customer Service Specialist role at Sherwin-Williams offers a dynamic, customer-centric work environment within a nationally recognized company that values growth, diversity, and employee success.

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 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
  • Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in more than one language
  • Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in Spanish

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 consistently 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

No experience required


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