June 2026 Sales Leadership Development Program (Sewickley, PA)

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 complete the program in one assignment, gaining practical, in-depth experience in sales and customer service.The Sales Leadership Development Program (LDP) combines structured training, mentorship, and real-world experience to build foundational skills in sales, customer service, and business operations, preparing participants for a Sales Representative role within one of our technical divisions: Coil, Industrial Wood, General Industrial, Packaging, or Protective & Marine.Participants will be assigned to one business group and location for the duration of the program, gaining deep exposure to the sales process and technical product knowledge.Relocation is required for the program and may be required again upon completion for post-program roles.The identified candidate(s) for this role will begin in June 2026 and will be placed in the Packaging Division in one of the following locations:Sewickley, PennsylvaniaParticipants must also be willing to travel overnight up to 50% of the time.Upon successful completion, participants will be eligible to apply for a full-time Sales Representative role, with opportunities for advancement across Sherwin-Williams’ global business units.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 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.ResponsibilitiesDevelop expertise in Sherwin-Williams’ products, customers, and sales strategiesSupport sales initiatives within assigned technical division and territoryBuild and maintain strong customer relationships through consultative sellingUtilize CRM tools to document sales activities and manage customer accountsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver customer solutionsParticipate in training sessions, field visits, and performance reviewsTravel overnight up to 50% of the time as requiredMaintain compliance with all company policies and safety standardsJob 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 RequirementsMust be at least eighteen (18) years of ageMust be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the futureMust have a valid and unrestricted driver's licenseMust have a bachelor's degree or higher by the start of this development programMust have a minimum overall GPA of 2.8Must have at least one (1) year of experience in customer service, retail, or salesMust be able, with or without a 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. occasionallyMust have at least one (1) year of experience using Microsoft Office products (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point, Teams, and/or Outlook)Must be willing to relocate for the program, if requiredPreferred QualificationsWillingness to relocate, as required, upon completion of the development programHave experience working in a team-oriented setting including work experience, extracurricular activities, military experience, etc.Have prior work experience utilizing a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system

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