Manager- Predictive Planning and Insights

Socket.dev; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherwin-Williams is seeking a Manager of Predictive Planning & Insights (PPI) to lead a team that develops revenue forecasts, insights, and predictive analytics across the Industrial Businesses. The role collaborates with FP&A, Commercial Leadership, Sales, Pricing, Marketing, and Enterprise Finance to drive improved forecast accuracy and revenue opportunities.

The position focuses on advancing predictive forecasting methodologies, machine learning-driven insights, and broader analytical

Responsibilities

• Leads a team responsible for developing revenue forecasts, commercial insights, predictive analytics, and decision-support tools acrossSherwin-Williams' Industrial Businesses (Performance Coatings Group).
• Partners closely with FP&A, Commercial Leadership, Sales, Pricing, Marketing, and Enterprise Finance to identify revenue drivers, improve forecast accuracy, and provide actionable business insights.
• Leads the development and adoption of predictive forecasting methodologies, machine learning-driven insights, and enterprise analytical capabilities.

Job description

The Manager of Predictive Planning & Insights (PPI) leads a team responsible for developing revenue forecasts, commercial insights, predictive analytics, and decision-support tools that drive profitable growth across Sherwin-Williams' Industrial Businesses (Performance Coatings Group).

This role partners closely with Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Commercial Leadership, Sales, Pricing, Marketing, and Enterprise Finance to identify key revenue drivers, improve forecast accuracy, and provide actionable business insights. The position combines advanced analytics, financial planning, and external market intelligence to support strategic decision-making and enhance the organization's ability to anticipate market trends, customer demand, and revenue opportunities.

Working closely with the Director of Predictive Planning & Insights and the FP&A Center of Excellence (COE), this role leads the development and adoption of predictive forecasting methodologies, machine learning-driven business insights, and enterprise analytical capabilities while driving a culture of continuous improvement and data-driven decision making.

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.