June 2025 Leadership Development Program- Sales at Sherwin-Williams

Portland, OR 97204

About the Job

WELCOME TO SHERWIN-WILLIAMS!

Sherwin-Williams values the unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans.

Here, we believe there’s not one path to success, we believe in careers that grow with you. Whoever you are or wherever you come from in the world, there’s a place for you at Sherwin-Williams. We provide you with the opportunity to explore your curiosity and drive us forward. Sherwin-Williams values the unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans. We’ll give you the space to share your strengths and we want you show us what you can do. You can innovate, grow and discover in a place where you can thrive and Let Your Colors Show!

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 http://www.myswbenefits.com/. 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/Affirmative Action employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. 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.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Sherwin-Williams is seeking motivated individuals who have a drive for sales in a business-to-business organization to join our Sales Leadership Development Program. This training program is designed to develop key skills and experience that will lead to a Sales Representative position within our Performance Coatings Group, supporting one of our technical divisions which include Coil, Industrial Wood, General Industrial, Packaging or Protective and Marine.

The Leadership Development Program (LDP) is a 10–12-month program that will expose participants to the various aspects of the Performance Coatings Group. Participants will spend the full program in one assignment that will provide a deep-dive experience in Sales. LDP participant’s will be in one position for the entire program until post program placement.

Participants should be open to initial relocation for program and possible long-term relocation for post program positions. The program is "hosted" by our different Business Groups including General Industrial, Protective and Marine Coatings, Coil Coatings, General Packaging, and Industrial Wood. Our trainees are matched with one of our groups and locations. Relocation is a requirement for this program.

Please review the list of possible locations on the job posting.

*You must be willing to relocate to ANY one of these location*

•    Dallas, TX
•    Chicago, IL
•    Dallas, TX
•    Detroit, MI
•    Portland, OR
•    Richmond, VA
•    San Antonio, TX
•    Sacramento, CA
•    Madison, WI
•    Milwaukee, WI
•    Atlanta, GA
•    Cincinnati, OH
•    San Leandro/Oakland, CA
•    Indianapolis, IN

Our participants should also have the ability to travel overnight, up to 50% of the time.

What you will gain:

The Leadership Development Program is a 10-12-month program designed to develop key skills and experience that will lead to a Sales Representative position in our Performance Coatings Group, supporting one of our technical divisions

Become an effective business leader in technical sales, customer service, and business-to-business relationships.
Build knowledge and understanding of Sherwin-Williams sales process, business operations, paint products, market segments, customers, and go-to-market strategy
Excel at sales, customer service, finance, and strategic business planning (or business operations)
Professional networking opportunities to build cross-functional partnerships

Following successful completion of the program, you will have the opportunity to apply for a post-program promotion as a Sales Representative.

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.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must have a bachelor's degree by the start of this development program
Must have 2.8 GPA or higher
Must have at least one (1) year experience working in a retail, sales, or customer service position
Must be open to relocation based on business need for this position, and upon completion of this development program again for post program position and promotional opportunities
Must have a valid and unrestricted driver’s license
Must be authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship now or in the future
Must of 18 years of age or older
Must have at least one (1) year of experience using Microsoft Office products (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point, Teams, and/or Outlook)
Must be able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to retrieve material from shelves and floor stacks, and lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 100 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience working in a team-oriented setting including work experience, extracurricular activities, military service, etc.
Prior work experience utilizing a Customer Relationship Management ("CRM") system

About Performance Coatings Group at Sherwin-Williams:

The Sherwin-Williams Performance Coatings Group supplies a broad range of highly-engineered solutions for the construction, industrial, packaging and transportation markets in more than 120 countries around the world. There are seven business units under the Performance Coatings Group, which include: Automotive Finishes, Coil Coatings, Engineered Polymer Solutions, General Industrial Coatings, Packaging Coatings, Protective & Marine, and Industrial Wood Coatings. The industrial markets we service include but are not limited to: Beverage & Food Cans, Furniture, Flooring, Cars, Airplanes, Marine, Oil & Gas, Electronics, Military and Appliances.

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