Management & Sales Training Program
The Management & Sales Training Program at Confidential Client is an accelerated entry-level role designed to prepare candidates for store management within 18-24 months. The program provides comprehensive training in sales, customer service, operations, and leadership, focusing on growing market share through commercial sales and developing skills necessary for successful store management. Participants gain hands-on experience managing a high-value business, building professional networks, and advancing their careers within a supportive promote-from-within culture.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Sales.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Overview
Confidential Client is hiring for an accelerated Management & Sales Training Program in Westerly, RI. This is an entry-level, full-time program (typical schedule ~44 hours/week; evenings and weekends possible) designed to prepare participants for a Store Management role in 18–24 months. Compensation estimate: $86,311 per year (estimated).
What You’ll Do
This training program develops professional sales and store leadership skills through hands-on store experience and structured classroom learning. Responsibilities include:
- Complete program training and development activities consistent with established curriculum
- Support strategies to increase sales and optimize store profitability
- Deliver high levels of customer satisfaction through outstanding service
- Build and maintain product knowledge to make effective recommendations
- Develop positive relationships with wholesale and retail customers, including large commercial purchasers
- Assist with store administration, inventory, and visual merchandising standards
- Support employee training, development, performance management, and corrective action
- Ensure compliance with safety, loss-prevention, and security procedures
- Partner with the Store Manager on outside sales calls to grow market share
- Respond to and resolve customer and employee concerns professionally
What You’ll Gain / Benefits
- Structured leadership development and a clear career pathway into store management
- On-the-job experience selling to commercial users and managing a high-volume retail location
- Professional networking and community relationship-building opportunities
- Access to benefits (as eligible) including health and retirement offerings — see the client’s candidate benefits portal for details
Minimum Requirements
- At least 18 years of age
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future
- Valid, unrestricted driver’s license
- Bachelor’s degree completed by the program start
- Ability, with or without reasonable accommodation, to retrieve material from shelves and lift/carry up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 70 lbs. occasionally
Preferred Qualifications
- 1+ year experience in retail, sales, or customer service
- 1+ year in a leadership role or supervising others
- Experience working in team-oriented settings (work, extracurriculars, military, etc.)
- Experience selling paint or related products
- Experience with timekeeping or CRM systems
- Willingness to relocate for future opportunities
- Bilingual ability or proficiency in Spanish a plus
Schedule, Location & Compensation
- Location: Westerly, RI
- Typical schedule: ~44 hours/week (may include evenings and weekends)
- Estimated pay: $86,311 per year (estimate provided in source posting)
Important Hiring Information
- The role may require access to cash, personal information, and other items of value; a criminal background review may be required where permitted by law.
- Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
- Confidential Client is an Equal Opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against based on protected characteristics.
- Confidential Client will never request payment or sensitive financial information as part of the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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