What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Marketing Co-Op Interior Architectural Paint position at Sherwin-Williams?
Job Description
The Product Marketing Co-Op - Interior Architectural Paint within the Global Architectural Product Development Team at Sherwin-Williams will play a key role in supporting strategic marketing initiatives across product commercialization, product line management, and brand awareness efforts for leading brands such as Sherwin-Williams®, Valspar®, HGTV Home® by Sherwin-Williams, and Dutch Boy®. Responsibilities include contributing to competitive analysis, label development, and the creation of sales collateral. This is a year-round co-op opportunity based at our Cleveland Headquarters.
Responsibilities
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS
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
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.
The Product Marketing Co-Op - Interior Architectural Paint within the Global Architectural Product Development Team at Sherwin-Williams will play a key role in supporting strategic marketing initiatives across product commercialization, product line management, and brand awareness efforts for leading brands such as Sherwin-Williams®, Valspar®, HGTV Home® by Sherwin-Williams, and Dutch Boy®. Responsibilities include contributing to competitive analysis, label development, and the creation of sales collateral. This is a year-round co-op opportunity based at our Cleveland Headquarters.
Responsibilities
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS
- Support Product Lifecycle Management: Assist the Interior Architectural Paint Team in overseeing the full lifecycle of product lines, including development, launch, maintenance, and rationalization strategies.
- Lead Competitive Analysis Efforts: Conduct in-depth market assessments, competitive pricing analyses, and retail audits to identify trends, opportunities, and threats within the paint category.
- Participate in Product Evaluation Sessions: Engage in hands-on application and testing of products at our lab facility to assess performance, quality, and customer experience.
- Analyze Business and Financial Data: Pull and interpret key business and financial reports to support strategic decision-making and performance tracking.
- Assist with Marketing Communication Management: Work closely with the Marketing Communications team on packaging development, catalog updates, and the creation of marketing assets to support brand initiatives.
- Engage with Cross-Functional Teams: Partner with internal stakeholders across Brand/Channel Marketing, Sales, Technical Services, Global Sourcing, Supply Chain, and Finance to ensure alignment and execution of business objectives.
- FORMAL EDUCATION:
- Required:
- Current undergraduate student pursing a degree in Marketing or Business-related field
- Ability to manage multiple projects/tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Must be available to work as close to 37.5 hours per week as possible during the summer and 20-25 hours per week during the school year
- KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:
- Required:
- Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal
- Proficient in MS Office software, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and eager to learn
- Organized, strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize
- Analytical and metrics-driven with a strategic mindset
- Comfort with public speaking and small group collaboration
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
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.