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Sherwin-Williams

Global paint and coatings manufacturer

Junior HR Business Partner

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/15/2026
PLN9.7k - PLN12.5k
Junior, Mid
Bachelor's
Poznań, Poland
In Person
People & HRHR Generalist & Employee Relations

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • A minimum of 1–5 years of experience in general human resources topics, ideally focused on business partnering.
  • Fluency in Polish is required; advanced English proficiency is desired, ideally fluency in written and spoken English.
  • Knowledge of human resources best practices.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel for data analysis and reporting, PowerPoint, and Word.
  • Ability to communicate information clearly and persuasively to stakeholders.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with the Senior HR Manager and Employee Relations Manager.
  • Ability to provide high-quality HR services that meet business needs.
  • Ability to manage operational and tactical human resources matters within defined locations, including recruitment, learning, performance, and engagement topics requiring regional coordination.
  • Ability to communicate empathetically with employees and managers at all levels, translate corporate or regional HR strategies into local actions, and ensure consistent messaging across locations.
  • Ability to provide day-to-day human resources support and coaching to managers while ensuring compliance and consistency in human resources practices.
  • Ability to build trust-based relationships with local leadership and employees and provide data-driven insights and practical human resources advice tailored to the local context.
  • Ability to manage local human resources operations autonomously and implement initiatives aligned with local needs and corporate policies.
  • Ability to stay updated on employment laws and regulations and implement necessary changes.
  • Ability to travel occasionally.
Responsibilities
  • Manage end-to-end recruitment for blue-collar roles, including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, and selection.
  • Support managers in drafting job descriptions and participate in recruitment for white-collar positions.
  • Track blue-collar recruitment progress and maintain local recruitment dashboards or trackers.
  • Coordinate onboarding activities and coordinate local documentation, system access, and checklists for onboarding and offboarding, complementing human resources shared services activities.
  • Support performance appraisals, including goal setting, mid-year reviews, and annual evaluations, by monitoring progress and tracking completion in the system.
  • Provide coaching and feedback to supported managers and employees to improve performance and development.
  • Implement the talent management strategy locally by leading calibration meetings and talent reviews; coach and develop supported managers to identify, nurture, and retain talent and foster continuous improvement and high performance.
  • Identify training needs and coordinate training programs to enhance employee skills and capabilities.
  • Organize and coordinate training-session logistics, including invitations, attendance tracking, and feedback collection.
  • Support implementation of corporate engagement surveys, analyze survey results, and develop localized action plans to address identified issues.
  • Develop and implement programs and initiatives to improve employee morale and engagement; organize events, activities, and recognition programs, monitor morale, and take proactive steps to address issues.
  • Lead and support change management initiatives in supported locations and guide managers and employees during organizational change.
  • Monitor and validate time and attendance data for accuracy and compliance with local labor laws and internal policies where this is not covered by the SBS department.
  • Serve as a local contact for timekeeping issues and coordinate with managers and employees to resolve discrepancies where this is not covered by the SBS department.
  • Coordinate with the centralized or local payroll team to submit local data on time and accurately, including variable pay, absences, and contract changes.
  • Liaise between local sites and the central human resources team to ensure consistent communication and process alignment.
  • Support the organization of human resources events, training sessions, and employee communications.
  • Respond to employee inquiries about human resources policies, procedures, and documentation, escalating matters to human resources shared services or the Employee Relations Manager as appropriate.
  • Represent the company’s values and culture locally and partner with Talent Acquisition to promote the company as an employer of choice.
  • Support local employer-branding campaigns, job fairs, and community engagement events.
  • Set clear objectives and track progress across human resources initiatives.
  • Use data to identify trends in recruitment, retention, engagement, and performance and inform strategic actions.
  • Collaborate with managers to define and monitor people-related key performance indicators that support business goals.
  • Report regularly on key human resources metrics (GBMS) and translate them into actionable insights for local leadership teams.
Desired Qualifications
  • Advanced English proficiency, ideally fluency in written and spoken English.
  • Experience focused on human resources business partnering.

About the company

Sherwin-Williams is a global paint and coatings company that sells branded and private-label coatings to professional, industrial, commercial, and consumer customers. Its products cover architectural, industrial, packaging, and transportation markets and are distributed through more than 5,000 company-operated stores and facilities across the U.S., Canada, the Caribbean, and Latin America, with engineered coatings supplied to over 120 countries. The company emphasizes quality, customer service, and digital access to simplify ordering and support, backed by a large workforce and diverse supplier partnerships. Its goal is to maintain leadership in the coatings industry by expanding globally, improving customer satisfaction, and delivering reliable products and services.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Cleveland, Ohio

Founded

1866

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What believers are saying

  • Sherwin-Williams raised 2026 guidance after Q2 sales grew 7.5% and EPS 14.3%.
  • The 2026 Design+ Trade Program deepens architect and designer specification demand.
  • Statesville’s expanded plant, opened September 30, 2026, boosts capacity and supply reliability.

What critics are saying

  • Carboline’s Lanham Act suit survived dismissal in August 2026, exposing fire-coatings claims.
  • Rochester, Pennsylvania faces a 2026 nuisance class action and PADEP NOVs over VOC emissions.
  • The September 2027 $750 million term loan forces refinancing while Jamaica manufacturing already closed.

What makes Sherwin-Williams unique

  • Sherwin-Williams’ 5,400-store network locks in contractors and homeowners with unmatched local distribution.
  • Statesville’s 2026 expansion deepens North American manufacturing, logistics, and supply-chain responsiveness.
  • FIRETEX FX5092 and Sweden’s wood-coatings R&D center broaden its technical coatings moat.

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1 year growth

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2 year growth

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What Now Media Group
Oct 17th, 2026
Sherwin-Williams store planned for Port Charlotte.

Sherwin-Williams store planned for Port Charlotte. Sherwin corporate has signed a 10-year lease for the location. Published Date: October 17, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT Known for quality paint and other products, Sherwin-Williams has grown to be a household name with several thousand stores in operation across the country. Now, it's planning to open a new location in Port Charlotte. According to a posting by Atlantic Capital Partners, The Sherwin-Williams Company has signed a 10-year lease for a store at 13450 S McCall Road. "Our quality is a consistent element of our products and our work," says the Sherwin-Williams website. "With a strong commitment to continuous improvement, we challenge ourselves to set the industry standard for excellence in colors, products and coatings that preserve, protect and beautify. Our innovation ensures that our customers will be the first to benefit from pioneering advancements in products, coatings and their applications. Innovation is encouraged through challenging assumptions and by leveraging our collective ingenuity and imagination for new ideas and inspiration." Sherwin-Williams offers a range of products and services for both consumers and the construction industry. At a Sherwin-Williams store, guests have access to a range of paints, stains, and other products that can "transform your living space into a haven of comfort and style." Details on the opening timeline for the planned Sherwin-Williams store have not yet been released. You can keep up with all things Sherwin-Williams by following @sherwinwilliams on Instagram. Love its content? Add WhatNow as a preferred source on Google to see more of its trusted coverage when you search. Be the first to know. From new restaurant openings to exciting retail launches and real estate insights, be the first to know what's happening in Tampa Neil Cooney is a freelance writer. He has received an MFA in Creative Writing from Syracuse University, and his work has been published in the Masters Review. Based in Nashville, he spends his free time cooking Korean food and studying chess.

The Lincolnian Online
Oct 2nd, 2026
Sherwin-Williams secures $750 million term loan.

Sherwin-Williams secures $750 million term loan. What happened. The Sherwin-Williams Company (NYSE: SHW) signed a Term Loan Credit Agreement dated September 24, 2026. Citibank, N.A. is the Administrative Agent. The New Credit Agreement provides for a $750 million US dollar-denominated senior unsecured term loan that will mature on September 23, 2027. The initial aggregate amount of the Lenders Commitments as of the Closing Date, prior to giving effect to any Borrowings made on the Closing Date, is $750,000,000. Discover more Digital Subscription Service Account Management Tools The Borrower requested the lenders extend credit to enable the Borrower to borrow on the date hereof, a principal amount not in excess of $750,000,000. The agreement says the proceeds are to repay existing indebtedness under the Existing DDTL Credit Facility and for general corporate purposes, including the financing of working capital requirements. The agreement is dated as of September 24, 2026, and the Closing Date is September 24, 2026. That sets the funding timeline the filing gives investors to watch. Key numbers. | Metric | Latest | Change | Source | | Term loan | $750 million | / | SEC 8-K | | Initial aggregate commitments | $750,000,000 | / | SEC 8-K | | Closing Date | September 24, 2026 | / | SEC 8-K | | Maturity | September 23, 2027 | / | SEC 8-K | Why it matters. OptimistFi's case is that Sherwin-Williams turns branded coatings scale, a dense professional/retail distribution network, and pricing power into durable gross margins and strong cash conversion. This filing is mixed because it ties a $750 million term loan to $750,000,000 of initial aggregate commitments and fixes a September 23, 2027 maturity. The comparison matters because the borrowing limit and the commitment base are the same number. The counterargument is that the agreement is a financing step, not evidence of better margins or cash conversion. It does not show an operating gain or a change in the business model the case depends on. The stated use of proceeds matters too, because it points to repayment of existing indebtedness and working capital rather than a new product launch or a one-time item. Investors should treat it as a funding update first and a business update second. What's next. September 23, 2027 is the maturity date named in the agreement. That is the next clear date in the filing. Repayment or refinancing before maturity would make this borrowing less important as a live funding marker. If the loan is still outstanding at maturity, the focus stays on liquidity and refinancing choices. Any later update that changes the debt balance, extends the maturity, or replaces this facility would matter more than the agreement itself. Until then, the filing mainly establishes the size, timing, and stated use of the borrowing. Sources. * SEC 8-K - The New Credit Agreement provides for a $750 million US dollar-denominated senior unsecured term loan that will mature on September 23, 2027. * SEC 8-K Exhibit 4.1 - Term Loan Credit Agreement dated September 24, 2026, with initial aggregate Lenders Commitments of $750,000,000. Browse every company OptimistFi covers at optimistfi.com/stocks, or read the latest evidence-first research. The full The Sherwin-Williams Company investment case, its status and the next test to watch live on the The Sherwin-Williams Company thesis page. Originally published on OptimistFi, evidence-first equity research. More at optimistfi.com.

PR Newswire
Sep 30th, 2026
Sherwin-Williams celebrates grand opening of expanded Statesville manufacturing facility.

Sherwin-Williams celebrates grand opening of expanded Statesville manufacturing facility. Sep 30, 2026, 16:20 ET Strategic investment strengthens manufacturing capacity, supply chain responsiveness and customer service across North America CLEVELAND, Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - The Sherwin-Williams Company (NYSE: SHW) today hosted a ceremonial ribbon-cutting celebrating the grand opening of its expanded architectural paint and coatings manufacturing facility in Statesville, North Carolina. The Statesville manufacturing facility is now Sherwin-Williams largest plant in North America. The expansion represents the culmination of years of planning, construction and collaboration. It strengthens Sherwin-Williams manufacturing, distribution and logistics capabilities, positioning the Company to better serve customers for years to come. With nearly 50,000 square feet of improvements, the facility includes expanded production space, automation enhancements, four new rail spurs and related infrastructure that streamline material handling and improve operational efficiency. This project adds significant manufacturing capacity and enhanced logistics capabilities to support growing customer demand. The site also complements Sherwin-Williams nearby distribution service center, a new hub connecting production, transportation and distribution to the Company's global operations. "This grand opening marks an important milestone for Sherwin-Williams and our Statesville team," said Heidi Petz, Chair, President and Chief Executive Officer of Sherwin-Williams. "With expanded production space, new rail infrastructure and greater automation, this facility gives us more flexibility and efficiency in how we manufacture and move products across our global supply network. It also advances our enterprise priority to strengthen supply chain responsiveness, helping us be an even more dependable and reliable supplier for our customers as we drive long-term growth." This investment reflects the strength of a public-private partnership between Sherwin-Williams and the state of North Carolina, Iredell County and the City of Statesville, which include approved incentives in support of the project. "Sherwin-Williams has been an important part of the Statesville community for more than three decades, and we are proud to celebrate their continued investment in North Carolina," said North Carolina Lt. Governor Rachel Hunt. "This expansion strengthens Statesville's role in advanced manufacturing, supports good jobs and reflects the confidence companies have in our people, infrastructure and business climate." Sherwin-Williams has operated in Statesville since 1993. The site was selected for expansion because of its access to transportation infrastructure, skilled workforce and strategic location within the Company's manufacturing and distribution network. "Projects like this show why Statesville continues to be a strong location for advanced manufacturing," said Statesville Mayor Doug Hendrix. "We are proud to support an expansion that brings together local talent, transportation access and public-private partnership to create lasting value for our community." Several state, county and local public officials joined Sherwin-Williams employees and key project partners in celebrating this milestone event. In addition to Lt. Governor Hunt and Mayor Hendrix, Sherwin-Williams was honored to have public dignitaries provide remarks in person or via video at the ceremony, including Vice Chair of the Iredell County Board of Commissioners Melissa Neader, U.S. Senator Ted Budd and U.S. Representative Pat Harrigan. ABOUT THE SHERWIN-WILLIAMS COMPANY Founded in 1866, The Sherwin-Williams Company is a global leader in the manufacture, development, distribution, and sale of paint, coatings and related products to professional, industrial, commercial and retail customers. The Company manufactures products under well-known brands such as Sherwin-Williams(R), Valspar(R), HGTV HOME(R) by Sherwin-Williams, Dutch Boy(R), Krylon(R), Minwax(R), Thompson's(R) WaterSeal(R), Cabot(R), Suvinil(R) and many more. With global headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio, Sherwin-Williams(R) branded products are sold exclusively through a chain of more than 5,400 Company-operated stores and branches, while the Company's other brands are sold through leading mass merchandisers, home centers, independent paint dealers, hardware stores, automotive retailers and industrial distributors. The Sherwin-Williams Performance Coatings Group supplies a broad range of highly-engineered solutions for the construction, industrial, packaging and transportation markets in more than 120 countries around the world. Sherwin-Williams shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: SHW). For more information, visit www.sherwin.com. | Investor Relations Contact: | Media Contact: | | Jim Jaye | Julie Young | | Senior Vice President, Investor Relations & | Vice President, Global Corporate | | Corporate Communications | Communications | | Sherwin-Williams | Sherwin-Williams | | Direct: 216.515.8682 | Direct: 216.515.8849 | | [email protected] | [email protected] | SOURCE The Sherwin-Williams Company

Zolmax
Sep 29th, 2026
Sherwin-Williams secures $750M term loan to repay existing debt and fund working capital

Sherwin-Williams has secured a $750 million senior unsecured term loan, according to a filing with the SEC. The agreement, dated 24 September 2026, is administered by Citibank and matures on 23 September 2027. The paint and coatings manufacturer will use the proceeds to repay existing debt and fund general corporate purposes, including working capital requirements. The loan replaces an existing facility of the same amount. The one-year term loan represents a routine refinancing transaction rather than new capital for expansion. The company's next key date is the loan's maturity in September 2027, when it will need to either repay or refinance the facility.

European Coatings
Sep 28th, 2026
Sherwin-Williams opens new R&D centre for wood coatings in Sweden.

Sherwin-Williams opens new R&D centre for wood coatings in Sweden. Sherwin-Williams has inaugurated a new Research & Development Centre in Arlandastad, Sweden. The facility is intended to strengthen the company's innovation capabilities in wood coatings technologies and support product development for customers across Europe and beyond. 28 September 2026