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 flexibility to enhance your health and well-being

career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and unlock your full potential

connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities

 

Sherwin-Williams Possibilities at a Glance

Our quality products cover precious assets of all shapes and sizes. From the heights of the world's tallest buildings, to the walls of your forever home, your first car and the coating inside the can of your favorite beverage, Sherwin-Williams is there. And with more than 64,000 passionate, creative and forward-thinking employees serving a growing customer base in over 120 countries, you'll join a team delivering the best in paint and coating products around the world. 


64,000+

Employees

120+

Countries where we do business

5,000+

Company operated stores and branches

136

Manufacturing and distribution facilities


Our Recent Awards

We're honored to be recognized as an industry innovator and top employer:

EMPLOYER & PEOPLE

  • Forbes®: World's Best Employers 2025
  • Forbes®: America's Best Large Employers 2026
  • Newsweek®: America's Greatest Employers for Women 2025
  • Forbes®: America's Best Employers for Engineers 2025
  • Handshake®: Early Talent Awards 2026
  • Forbes®: America's Best Employers for Company Culture 2025

NORTHEAST OHIO & BEYOND

  • Forbes®: America’s Best-In-State Companies 2026
  • Cleveland.com and The Plain Dealer®: Top Workplaces Award 2025
  • Forbes®: America’s Best Employers by State 2025

INDUSTRY

  • Forbes®: The Global 2000 2025
  • TIME®: America's Most Iconic Companies 2025
  • Forbes®: America's Best Companies 2026
  • Fortune®: America's Most Innovative Companies 2026
  • Forbes®: Best Customer Service 2026
  • USA Today®: America's Best Stores 2025
  • Brand Finance®: USA's Most Value Brands 2025

Explore Opportunities

Learn more about career paths and opportunities at Sherwin-Williams.

 

 

Equal Opportunity Employer of all protected statuses, including disability and veteran.


More About Sherwin-Williams

Culture and Belonging

Our employees are the foundation of our success. We believe that our employees deserve to feel valued and appreciated for who they are and the unique perspectives they bring to our workforce and workplace. 

 

Sustainability

 

Sustainability is rooted in our values and our way of doing business. We embrace an enterprise-wide approach, integrating sustainability into our worldwide business operations and embedding it in our product innovation and product delivery processes.

 

158 Years of Excellence

 

Our mission began more than 158 years ago in 1866. Founded by Henry Sherwin and Edward Williams in Cleveland, Ohio, the pair went on to shape an industry and create a global legacy.