Field Store Associate

The Field Store Associate will be primarily responsible for driving and increasing sales at Lowe’s stores. This position will be responsible for engaging customers in the Paint and Pro departments, generating customer leads, implementing effective sales and marketing programs, providing exceptional customer service, and managing merchandising.

 

Part-Time Field Store Associates are also expected to ensure maximum client satisfaction as well as stay up-to-date with product features and maintain the high quality and visual standards of the products.

 

The individual selected for this role will be expected to work at Lowe’s Store #1618, located at: 729 Bridge St, North Weymouth, MA 02191.

 

This is a part-time position working weekdays/afternoons/weekends. The schedule is based on business needs and subject to change.

 

Job duties involve contact with customers, which may include minors; and access to cash and other payment methods, electronic equipment, personal information, store merchandise and other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company 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. 

At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:

Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being
Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution
Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities
It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible

What is the Process to get Started?
Step 1 – Online Application
Find the role(s) that interest you on our Careers page:
Set aside 15 minutes to create your profile by entering or importing your details from one of our job board partners

Step 2 – Digital Interview
Upon review of your application, qualified candidates will be invited to complete a digital video interview via HireVue, our interview partner. The interview will consist of a few behavioral based questions
You’ll be able to record and complete your video interview anytime, anywhere! While you can complete this video interview on your own schedule, we ask that this step be completed within 7 days of receiving an invitation

Step 3 - Interview
A member of our Recruiting team will review your video interview, and top candidates will be invited to meet with our team via a virtual interview in Microsoft Teams or a phone call.

At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at . Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.

Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.

Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.

As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans.

Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.

The Field Store Associate plays a key role in driving sales growth, delivering training to Lowe’s associates, and ensuring high standards in service and merchandising execution.

Service

• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent sales service
• Assist customers in person by determining needs and presenting appropriate products and services
• Build productive relationships and trust with wholesale and retail customers
• Maintain Pro customer color files
• Tint and mix products to customer specifications as needed 
• Maintain adequate store appearance and inventory best practices 
• Maintain adequate appearance of the color wall and back stock
• Build and maintain knowledge of all products to ensure effective customer recommendations
• Facilitate in-person customer connectivity between paint and pro desk
• Provide in-store Pro Desk paint support for real-time customer needs, Lowe’s Pro Sales, and paint program execution, including in-store promotional events

Sales

• Promote and represent Sherwin-Williams and Valspar brand standards and product strengths to Lowe’s associates, customers, and contractors
• Follow and achieve sales goals on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis. Assist Sales Representatives in generating sales leads by interacting customers

Training 

• Train Lowe's associates on product knowledge and application methods
• Complete eLearning Modules 
• Ensure HR Cloud trainings are up to date and within compliance 

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 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Have at least a High School diploma or GED
• Have at least one (1) 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
• Have a valid, unrestricted Driver's license
• Able to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in more than one language
• Able to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in Spanish

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