The travel for this position is 5%.

This role is not remote/hybrid. This role will report to the Morikis Global Technology Center at 6745 Miller Road, Brecksville, OH 44141.

Job duties include contact with other employees and access confidential and proprietary information and/or 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 staff, employees, and business relationships.

The Sourcing Analyst I position plays a critical role in supporting Sherwin-Williams’ sourcing and procurement strategy. This role is responsible for analyzing spend, evaluating supplier performance, identifying cost saving opportunities, and supporting category strategy execution. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical capability, diligence, and an ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

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

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 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.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or data analytics (internships included).
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in Excel
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, Navigator, Palantir, Copilot, or similar tools preferred.
• Ability to interpret data and translate insights into actionable recommendations.
• Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a matrixed, global environment.
• Ability to work in a demanding environment.
• Flexibility to shift priorities and adapt to changing procurement demands.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, chemicals, or industrial products industries.
• Familiarity with ERP systems.
• Understanding of strategic sourcing methodologies, supplier negotiations, and contract management.
• APICS, ISM, or other supply chain certifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate reports using various Microsoft software applications and other Business Intelligence and ERP system tools.
• Conduct detailed spend analytics to identify trends, opportunities, and risks across assigned categories.
• Support strategic sourcing initiatives by gathering data, preparing RFQs/RFPs, and evaluating supplier responses.
• Maintain and support eBusiness initiatives including paperless purchasing and consignment inventory rollouts.
• Develop cost models and total cost of ownership (TCO) analyses to support sourcing recommendations.
• Partner with suppliers and internal stakeholders to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor key supplier performance metrics (quality, delivery, cost, compliance).
• Maintain accurate procurement data, contracts, and supplier records within internal systems.
• Develop and maintain a variety of reports such as vendor lists, performance history, price quotes, and other information.
• Develop and maintain a standardized pricing analysis process and determine impact of supplier price changes.
• Review and resolve invoices with pricing errors with Sourcing Manager final approval.
• Maintain current vendor pricing in the appropriate ERP system as directed by the Sourcing Managers.
• Review and resolve invoice pricing discrepancies/past dues while interacting with Accounts Payable personnel and/or suppliers to proactively take actions that will prevent recurrence.
• Update and maintain records for cost savings initiatives utilizing project software; Interface with Technical, Operations, and Business Unit counterparts to track project progress and timelines.
• Assist with resolution of supply issues which may include tracking of orders and delivery dates, as necessary.
• Perform market research and cost model/impact analysis in support of category strategy and supplier negotiation.
• Assist with analyzing and comparing suppliers and their performance; recommend changes to management to save money and reduce working capital.
• Prepare dashboards, reports, and presentations for category managers and leadership.
• Contribute to bench-marking activities, market intelligence research, and supply risk assessments.
• Ensure alignment with Sherwin-Williams’s policies, sustainability goals, and compliance requirements.