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Sherwin-Williams

3.7 ★
SHW

A Sherwin-Williams Company

www.sherwin-williams.com
Location
Cleveland, OH
Size
10,001+ employees
Revenue
$10+ billion (USD)
Industry
Paint, Coating, and Adhesive Manufacturing
Founded
1866

America's Leading Paint and Coatings Innovator

Sherwin-Williams stands as America's largest specialty paint and coatings company, transforming spaces and protecting structures worldwide for over 150 years. Founded in 1866 by Henry Sherwin and Edward Williams in Cleveland, Ohio, this Fortune 500 company has evolved into a global industry leader with more than 64,000 employees across 5,000+ retail locations, 130 distribution centers, and manufacturing facilities spanning multiple continents.

Industry Leadership and Global Impact

With annual revenue exceeding $10 billion, Sherwin-Williams delivers cutting-edge paints, coatings, and innovative solutions that make spaces brighter and structures stronger. The company's commitment to research and development drives continuous innovation in product quality and environmental sustainability, positioning team members at the forefront of manufacturing technology and customer solutions.

Career Growth With Endless Possibilities

  • Diverse career paths across retail, manufacturing, distribution, R&D, and corporate functions
  • Comprehensive training programs and skill development opportunities
  • Leadership advancement initiatives with clear promotion pathways
  • Competitive compensation packages with performance-based incentives
  • Flexible benefits supporting health, wellness, and work-life balance

Inclusive Culture Where You Thrive

Sherwin-Williams fosters a culture where diverse perspectives drive innovation and success. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the company values inclusion across all protected statuses, including disability and veteran status. Team members benefit from collaborative environments that encourage creative problem-solving while serving customers and communities globally.

Investment In Your Success

The company's philosophy centers on translating organizational stability and growth into meaningful opportunities for employees. Sherwin-Williams invests in comprehensive rewards and benefits packages, provides flexibility to enhance personal well-being, and creates connections through inclusive teams committed to community impact. With operations spanning from Cleveland headquarters to international markets, employees experience global exposure while building careers that grow with evolving industry demands and personal aspirations.

Mission

Our mission began more than 150 years ago in 1866 when Henry Sherwin and Edward Williams founded the company in Cleveland, Ohio. The duo went on to shape an industry and create a global legacy. That legacy continues on today as we look ahead and continue to innovate our future. With stores, distribution centers and facilities spanning the globe, we're able to deliver the best in paints, coatings and related products to the world. From our headquarters to our 130 distribution centers and more than 4,000 retail locations, we continue to grow in new and exciting ways.

Frequently Asked Questions

Sherwin-Williams employs over 64,000 team members worldwide, making it one of the largest employers in the paint and coatings industry.

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Jobs for Sherwin-Williams in United States

Sherwin-Williams and HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams Unite to Name Universal Khaki as their 2026 Color of the Year

Universal Khaki channels a return to essentials-offering a warm, restorative neutral for thoughtful, enduring spaces CLEVELAND, Sept. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sherwin-Williams and HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams are unveiling a unified 2026 Color of the Year: Universal Khaki. The 2026 Color of the Year is a warm, grounded neutral that captures the essence of life's bare essentials, offering a calming simplicity and timeless appeal. With its understated elegance and everyday versatility,...

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Sherwin-Williams and Leagues Cup strengthen their partnership with the launch of a national sweepstakes and innovative engagement strategies CLEVELAND, June 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Sherwin-Williams Company, the global leader in paints and coatings, is thrilled to continue as the Official Paint Partner of Leagues Cup, unveiling an enhanced fan engagement strategy that includes an exclusive sweepstakes opportunities, premium hospitality experiences, and dynamic experiential activations for...

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Sherwin-Williams Unveils The Loneliest Colorâ„¢ 2025 with Paige Bueckers--A Celebration of Confidence and Self-Expression

Dallas Wings Rookie Paige Bueckers debuts Radiant Lilac SW 0074 as The Loneliest Color(TM) in a custom ensemble designed and crafted by Dapper Dan CLEVELAND, May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Sherwin-Williams Company believes that every paint color is beautiful, even the most overlooked, which is why they are disrupting traditional trend forecasting for a second year in a row by celebrating its least tinted and albeit least popular color. The Loneliest Color(TM) 2025 will spotlight Radiant...

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Sherwin-Williams is the Most Awarded Brand for Paint Customer Satisfaction in 2025 by J.D. Power

Customers name Sherwin-Williams #1 in Customer Satisfaction with both Interior Paint and Exterior Paint CLEVELAND, May 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Sherwin-Williams Company earned first place honors in customer satisfaction with interior and exterior paint in the J.D. Power 2025 U.S Paint Satisfaction Study. This is the third consecutive win for Sherwin-Williams in the interior paints segment. In interior paints, Sherwin-Williams ranked first in ease of application, value given price paid and...

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Sherwin-Williams Finds 9 in 10 Construction Pros Face Costly Delays; Releases New Survey Revealing Safer, Faster Solutions

Study Highlights Top Challenges in Megaprojects, From Budget Overruns to Jobsite Risks, and the Role of Shop-Applied Steel Protective Coatings in Improving Timelines CLEVELAND, April 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The new Sherwin-Williams research report, Construction Insights, reveals the most pressing challenges facing leaders in advanced manufacturing construction, including widespread project delays, budget pressures and jobsite safety concerns. Study Highlights Top Challenges in Megaprojects,...

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