Management Trainee

Looking to take the next step in your career? Are you interested in developing and honing your Management, Leadership, Customer Service & Sales skills in a challenging and team-based environment? 

If so, then apply to join the McCormick Management & Sales Training Program! 

The Program
At McCormick Paints, we are dedicated to the development of our team and providing a career path for growth opportunities throughout the organization. Our management and sales training program is designed to help prepare you for a successful career in store operations management or as an outside sales representative. The program is unique as it allows you to work directly with the leadership team at McCormick Paints from the very beginning.                                                                                                                                                            
The Program is designed to develop skills that are integral in building lasting relationships with customers, as well as teach you everything you need to know about our products, processes, and procedures. Training includes self-study modules, structured on-the-job training, direct customer interaction, instruction at our training centers, and an opportunity for continued education with McCormick Paints.

Our Management & Sales Training Program will provide you with the tools needed to become a future leader at McCormick Paints. The program is designed to give you exposure to both operations and sales, allowing you the opportunity to follow your passion and set your own path.

Once a track record of success within the stores has been established, employees may also become eligible for professional management or sales positions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 
As part of your on-the -job training, you will be responsible for the following functions, although additional duties may be added, as needed. 

• Take the lead in establishing a customer service oriented, sales focused, positive & productive store culture
• Assist customers, identify customer needs, answer questions and provide solutions 
• Process sales and payments
• Mix & match paint for customer orders, checking for accuracy 
• Learn and participate in personnel management, as necessary
• Assist with accurate & timely processing of administrative paperwork  
• Place orders with purchasing manager for special orders
• Participate in the merchandising, stocking, and cleaning of store shelves, counter areas and floors
• Participate in the receiving of inventory 
• Learn and participate in all store operations and delivery duties
• Familiarize yourself and take on increasing responsibility across all areas of McCormick Products, Processes and Procedures
• Develop an understanding of effective store management and ownership, including, but not limited to the sales process, inventory management, P&L review and personnel management
• Build relationships with different segment leaders throughout the organization
• Other duties as assigned

The ideal candidate is ambitious, creative, personable, resourceful and hard-working — a leader adept at decision-making, problem-solving and multi-tasking.

• Bachelor or Associates degree, preferred
• 1+ years of retail experience, preferred
• Previous experience in paint or similar industry, preferred
• Spanish bi-lingual, preferred
• Willingness to relocate for promotional opportunities
• Ability to work effectively in a customer-centered environment
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to motivate a diverse group of people
• Dependability, flexibility and professional demeanor
• A self-motivated, engaged, team player with a positive attitude 
• Must have clean driving record
• Must be able to retrieve material and lift and carry up to 50 lbs.   
• Must be able to distinguish the difference between colors in order to match and tint paint for customer orders
• Must be able to operate a computer and communicate via the telephone
• Maintains high standards of personal ethics; is consistently honest and truthful in all situations
• Strong reading, writing and communication skills, with ability to interpret information accurately
• Must be able to pass background check
• Must be at least 18 years of age