Manager, Government Affairs

Responsibilities

In coordination with the Senior Vice President for Global Government Affairs and Community Engagement and the Director of Government Affairs, the Government Affairs Manager implements advocacy strategies to advance policy positions at the state and federal level by working closely with internal stakeholders to ensure recommendations align to deliver on Sherwin-Williams’ corporate priorities.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

• Represent Sherwin-Williams before the U.S. federal government as well as targeted state/local governments.
• Maintain an understanding of the policy and regulatory landscape of key issues to Sherwin-Williams.
• Monitor political developments that may impact the business or how Government Affairs engages on priority issues.
• Track and analyze legislative and regulatory policy developments, providing intelligence and insights.
• Assists in the development of communications to support government affairs strategies, including internal and external communications, position papers, and issue briefings.
• Support and further establish a political network on issue areas of importance to Sherwin-Williams with key elected officials, their staff and committees of jurisdiction, relevant agencies, and trade associations.
• Participates in U.S. trade association and coalition activities.
• Helps to support and engage U.S. government relations consultants based on direction by senior government affairs team leaders.
• You will be required to register as a lobbyist.
  
  

“Job duties include contact with other employees and access confidential and proprietary information and/or other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company’s staff, employees, and business relationships.”

"This position is also eligible for [bonus] [commissions] [long-term incentive compensation awards]

based on performance and subject to the terms of the Company’s applicable plans. This position is eligible for health benefits, such as medical, dental and vision coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), disability coverage, security, retirement and saving benefits. Additional benefits include a generous time away from work package, including personal leave, paid parental leave, medical leave, vacation, and holidays."

Qualifications

FORMAL EDUCATION:

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree (from an accredited institution, college or university).
  
  

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, Public Policy or related field preferred.
  
  

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• 5 – 7 years of government affairs, regulatory affairs, and/or public policy experience.
• Government or government relations expertise with US Congress and US federal agencies.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain relationships with policymakers in a bipartisan and bicameral manner, as well as industry stakeholders and other partners.
• Proactive, strategic thinker, strong work ethic, sound judgment, diplomacy, and ethics.
• Solution-oriented, flexible, and collaborative.
• Ability to effectively deliver information, and explain, advocate, and negotiate positions and issues to a broad spectrum of individuals.
• Ability to quickly learn and evaluate issues as they arise.
• Issue interest in environment, tax, transportation, trade, and sustainability.
  
  

Preferred:

• 7 years of government affairs, regulatory affairs, and/or public policy experience.
• Experience with state/local government preferred.
  
  

TECHNICAL/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Required:

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to learn legislative and regulatory tracking software.
  
  

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: (TIME SPENT AWAY FROM HOME OR OTHER TYPICAL OFFICE LOCATION)

• 10%
  
  

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 position, which 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 non-discriminatory factors considered in making compensation decisions including geographic location; skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

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/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.

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