Quality Excellence Manager (m/f/d)

Sherwin-Williams; Märsta; On-site; SEK 536,000 - 693,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherwin-Williams in Sweden and Germany is seeking a Quality Excellence Manager to lead regional quality improvement initiatives across our Industrial Wood operations. You will drive root-cause investigations, implement corrective actions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to raise the level of customer satisfaction.

The role requires strong problem-solving, data analysis, and change-management skills, with travel about 30% and the ability to work in an international environment across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Science, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional quality improvement projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive root cause investigations and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Monitor and improve key quality KPIs, including Complaint Rate, COPQ, and Resolution Days.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of quality data and reporting.
• Partner with customers to resolve complex quality challenges and strengthen relationships.
• Support business growth initiatives, acquisitions, and technology transfer projects.
• Coach and support business and site teams on quality tools, systems, and best practices.
• Collaborate with Operations, R&D, Sales, Technical Service, and other cross-functional teams.
• Participate in regional and global quality projects.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Continuous Improvement

Lean

Quality Systems

Project Management

Communication

Customer Interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/Engineering/Science

Tools

Minitab

Business Objects

Job description

Job Description

Drive Quality Excellence Across Industrial Wood North EMEAI

We are looking for an experienced Quality Excellence Manager to lead quality improvement initiatives across Sweden and Germany within our Industrial Wood business. If you are passionate about problem-solving, continuous improvement, and delivering exceptional customer experience, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional quality improvement projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive root cause investigations and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Monitor and improve key quality KPIs, including Complaint Rate, COPQ, and Resolution Days.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of quality data and reporting.
• Partner with customers to resolve complex quality challenges and strengthen relationships.
• Support business growth initiatives, acquisitions, and technology transfer projects.
• Coach and support business and site teams on quality tools, systems, and best practices.
• Collaborate with Operations, R&D, Sales, Technical Service, and other cross-functional teams.
• Participate in regional and global quality projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in R&D, Quality, Operations functions.
• Strong expertise in Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement, Lean, and Quality Systems.
• Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and delivering measurable results.
• Strong analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience working directly with customers.
• Ability to work effectively in an international environment.
• Willingness to travel around 30% of your time

Preferred Qualifications

• Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
• Experience with Minitab, Business Objects, or manufacturing quality systems.
• International business and travel experience.

What We Offer

• The established salary range for this position e.g. in Sweden is 47,988 SEK – 62,080 SEK gross monthly.
• Bonus Scheme: 10%.
• Work-Life Balance: We value your personal time and well-being.
• Career Opportunities: Grow within a truly international business.
• Ongoing Training and Support: Continuous learning and development opportunities.
• A strategic role with regional impact across EMEAI.
• Opportunities to lead high-visibility projects and influence business performance.
• An international and collaborative working environment.
• The chance to make a real difference through quality excellence and continuous improvement.

Pay transparency

The salary range shown refers to base salary only. In addition to this, we offer a broader total reward package which may include bonus or incentive pay, relevant allowances, and a range of competitive benefits. We encourage candidates to consider the full package when evaluating an offer. Salary is determined using a structured and objective framework, taking into account the role’s responsibilities, required skills and experience, market benchmarks, and internal equity. This ensures pay decisions are fair, consistent, and aligned with our commitment to equal pay and legal compliance.

About Us

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

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Eligibility to Work

You will need to provide proof of right to work. It is a condition of any offer of employment we make to you that you have the permission to work in the country for the role for which you are applying for.

Equal Opportunity Employer

An equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, disability, age pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, or any other protected characteristic prohibited by law. 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.