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Finance Indirect Procurement Co-Op

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Cleveland, OH

Employer:  Sherwin-Williams
Category:  Finance
Job Type:  Part Time

Description

This is a year round position and would be required to work a minimum of 20 hours per week

SUMMARY

As the Finance Co-op for the SBS (Sherwin Business Services) Indirect Procurement team, the employee will be responsible for supporting various HQ and purchasing personnel with various month end responsibilities, purchasing requests and cost savings initiatives. They will assist their supervisor and purchasing teams in daily accounting tasks. Additional duties include preparing weekly & monthly reports and other ad hoc projects as needed. This opportunity will offer exposure to the SBS Indirect Procurement group and provide experience in various transactional and analysis related accounting responsibilities.

Responsibilities

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

1. Development and continuous improvement of Sherwin-Williams for all indirect sourcing vendors and spend.

2. Support the enforcement of applicable Policies, processes, and procedures across the full indirect category.

3. Assist with business relevant reporting, goal setting, and compliance reporting for the full indirect category.

4. Assist data dives & data management for the procurement team including the transactional buyers.

5. Assist with allocation of rebate checks.

6. Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement to provide better support for our customers, assist with CI projects, reduce costs and maximize the efficient use of resources. Work frequently with key business personnel across all divisions, domestically and globally. Use transactional lean or other continuous improvement tools consistently. Exhibit personal ownership and accountability for continuous improvement.

7. General Responsibilities & Tasks: Understand how to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully. Identify critical issues with ease. Push creative thinking beyond the boundaries of existing company practices and client mindsets. Generate enthusiasm among team members. Acknowledge and appreciate each team member's contributions. Seek and participate in development opportunities beyond training required by us. Research or prototype new processes, tools and/or technologies. Assist with other enhancements or projects as needed to contribute to team efficiency and effectiveness.

8. Support work with Indirect vendors to assist in the review of data to support sourcing events.

What is the Process to get Started?

Step 1 - Online Application

Find the role(s) that interest you on our Careers page: https://jobsearch.sherwin.com/

Set aside 15 minutes to create your profile by entering or importing your details from one of our job board partners

Step 2 - Digital Interview

Upon review of your application, qualified candidates will be invited to complete a digital video interview via HireVue, our interview partner. The interview will consist of a few behavioral based questions

You'll be able to record and complete your video interview anytime, anywhere! While you can complete this video interview on your own schedule, we ask that this step be completed within 7 days of receiving an invitation

Step 3 - Panel Interview

Your video interview is reviewed by a member of our Recruitment team and our top candidates are invited to meet with out team in a virtual Microsoft teams panel interview.

Qualifications

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

Required:
  • Attending college at the junior, senior or graduate level to attain degree in Accounting, Finance, or business related field

TECHNICAL/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Required:

  • Proven ability to analyze and present findings in a clear and cohesive manner

  • Ability to identify and research legal implications of a contract obligations

  • Capable of navigating through ambiguous situations and provide business guidance on 3 rd party agreements

  • Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders across the enterprise and support reporting on contract compliance and obligations to our 3 rd parties

  • Ability to develop processes and/or to identify continuous improvements to help better coordinate activities and drive business value across buy and sell side organizations (e.g., capture price increases, rebates, discounts, etc)

  • Exceptional relationship builder and stakeholder manager, ability to grow personal networks

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Suite products, including but not limited to, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Preferred:

  • Positive, proactive, can-do attitude

  • Autonomy, entrepreneurial self-starter who can work with minimal supervision

  • Confident and able to push back when appropriate, escalate when needed

  • Inspires trust and confidence

  • Results-oriented and responsible


About us

Here, we believe there's not one path to success, we believe in careers that grow with you. Whoever you are or wherever you come from in the world, there's a place for you at Sherwin-Williams. We provide you with the opportunity to explore your curiosity and drive us forward. Sherwin-Williams values the unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans. We'll give you the space to share your strengths and we want you show us what you can do. You can innovate, grow and discover in a place where you can thrive and Let Your Colors Show!

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.

Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. 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.
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