2027 Supply Chain Accelerated Development Program - Cleveland, OH

Sherwin-Williams Co.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherwin-Williams Co. seeks a Supply Chain Buyer ADP for the Global Headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio. The program begins in January or July 2027 and involves supporting supply chain leadership and production scheduling.

You will engage in learning across planning, procurement, and systems while developing key metrics and working with cross-functional teams. Relocation may be required after completion of the program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Materials Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Operations or Supply Chain by start of program.
• Willing to relocate as required after Accelerated Development Program.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a job title higher weight for employment visa status now or in the future.
• At least 1 year of experience using Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Assist Supply Chain Leadership Teams with daily production activity to ensure timely processing.
• Analyze label requirements and coordinate with batch shipment.
• Serve as a resource for questions regarding purchase orders.
• Review MRP daily to determine inventory levels for unusual production.
• Assist with production scheduling and master scheduling.
• Develop understanding of metrics: service goals, order completeness, plant line service, gallon availability, perfect order index, cost per program.
• Understand supply chain, business management, and purchasing systems.
• Understand operations within a paint plant or distribution service center.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Materials Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Operations or Supply Chain

Tools

QAD

Oracle

SAP

Job description

Job Description

The Supply Chain Buyer ADP is “hosted” by the Global Supply Chain Organizational Development Department, and employees will work out of our Global Headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio and will begin the program either January or July 2027.

Responsibilities

Position Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting the Supply Chain Leadership Teams with:

• Assume daily production activity is processed timely and accurately
• Analyze label requirements and take necessary action to ensure labels coordinate with batch shipment
• Act as a resource for questions regarding purchase orders
• Reviewing Material Requirements Planning (MRP) daily for unusual production to determine inventory levels
• Assist with production scheduling master scheduling and product planning
• Developing an understanding of metrics; including:
• Service goals
• Order completeness
• Plant line service and gallon availability
• Perfect order index, and cost per program
• Understand supply chain, business management, and purchasing systems
• Understanding of the operations within a paint plant or distribution service center

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Must have a bachelor's degree or higher in Materials Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Operations or Supply Chain by the start of this development program.
• Be willing to relocate, as required, upon completion of the Accelerated Development Program
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have a job title higher weight for employment visa status now or in the future.
• Must have at least one (1) year of experience using Microsoft Office products (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and/or Outlook).

Preferred Qualifications

• Have previous internship/co-op experience within Sherwin-Williams.
• Have previous internship, co-op or work experience in a related field.
• Have previous experience working in a team-oriented setting, including work experience, extracurricular activities, military service, etc.
• Have experience with QAD, Oracle, or SAP

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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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.

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