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    Sherwin-Williams

    Leading global paint and coatings company with 4,700+ distribution points serving vendors worldwide

    Headquarters:Cleveland, OH
    SherwinWilliams logo displays the iconic paint palette design with flowing blue paint drips and the brand name lettering
    18.6BLatest US Revenue
    23.1BLatest Worldwide Revenue
    4353Number of US Stores
    Global Distribution Network
    Global Distribution Network Sherwin-Williams operates 136 manufacturing and distribution facilities across five geographic regions with over 4,700 distribution points worldwide, ensuring comprehensive market coverage and efficient product delivery to all retail locations.
    Strategic Logistics Centers The company's largest distribution center in Effingham, Illinois spans 1.28 million square feet and serves as a mission-critical facility distributing all product lines to approximately 1,000 stores and dealers across the Midwest and Inter-Mountain states.
    Strategic Logistics Centers
    Just-in-Time Delivery With over 300 dedicated commercial and industrial stores and rapid expansion adding 79 new stores in 2024, Sherwin-Williams provides just-in-time delivery services to minimize downtime and maintain continuous product availability for retail partners.
    Just-in-Time Delivery

    Sherwin-Williams Vendor Requirements Supplier Code of Conduct

    Sherwin-Williams policies and guidelines
    Comprehensive supplier standards covering compliance, quality control, and ethical business practices
    Supplier Code of Conduct

    Comply with all applicable laws, labor regulations, and environmental standards

    Maintain safe working conditions and ethical employment practices

    Provide accurate product documentation and conflict minerals verification

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    Registration Requirements

    Complete supplier application through Coupa Supplier Portal system

    Provide legal entity documentation, tax information, and insurance certificates

    Submit DUNS number, bank details, and regulatory compliance documentation

    Quality Standards

    Meet product quality specifications and performance requirements

    Maintain proper documentation of manufacturing processes and materials

    Allow facility access for audits and quality assurance inspections

    Supplier Application

    Complete the comprehensive vendor application through Sherwin-Williams' supplier portal, providing business documentation, certifications, and compliance information.

    Supplier Application

    Complete the comprehensive vendor application through Sherwin-Williams' supplier portal, providing business documentation, certifications, and compliance information.

    Evaluation Process

    Submit products for technical evaluation and quality testing while meeting Sherwin-Williams' performance standards and regulatory requirements.

    System Integration

    Establish EDI connections through the Coupa Supplier Portal and integrate with Sherwin-Williams' procurement and inventory management systems.

    Partnership Launch

    Begin product distribution through Sherwin-Williams' 4,700+ retail locations with ongoing performance monitoring and compliance verification.

    Performance Monitoring

    Sherwin-Williams monitors supplier performance through comprehensive scorecards tracking delivery times, quality standards, compliance rates, and customer satisfaction metrics across their global distribution network.

    Performance Monitoring

    Best Practices

    Best practices include maintaining consistent product quality, meeting just-in-time delivery requirements, and adhering to sustainability guidelines while supporting Sherwin-Williams' growth objectives.

    Best Practices

    Integrations

    Coupa Supplier Portal

    Sherwin-Williams' primary supplier management system handling registration, purchase orders, invoicing, and communication for all vendor partnerships and procurement processes.

    EDI Integration Systems

    Electronic Data Interchange capabilities supporting standard transaction codes including purchase orders (850), invoices (810), and shipping notices (856) for automated business processes.

    Distribution Network

    Access to Sherwin-Williams' 136 manufacturing and distribution facilities across five geographic regions, enabling efficient product flow to 4,700+ retail locations worldwide.

    Resources

    Access comprehensive resources and tools

    Portals

    Supplier Portal

    Primary vendor management system for registration and ongoing business

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    Vendor Support Center

    Dedicated support for supplier inquiries and technical assistance

    Performance Dashboard

    Real-time metrics and scorecards for vendor performance tracking

    Guides & Documentation

    Supplier Registration Guide

    Step-by-step instructions for new vendor onboarding process

    Onboarding Checklist

    Required documentation and information for supplier setup

    Training Resources

    Educational materials and best practices for vendor partners

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    Regulatory

    FDA Compliance

    Food and Drug Administration regulations for coatings and materials safety

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    CPSC Standards

    Consumer Product Safety Commission requirements for paint and coating products

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    FTC Guidelines

    Federal Trade Commission advertising and labeling requirements for retail products

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    Audit & Certification

    SGS Certification

    Third-party quality and compliance verification services for suppliers

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    Intertek Testing

    Independent product testing and certification for retail compliance

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    UL Solutions

    Safety and performance testing for paint and coating products

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    Vendor Tools & APIs

    EDI Transaction Support

    Electronic data interchange for automated order processing

    Coupa Integration APIs

    Application programming interfaces for supplier portal connectivity

    Procurement Systems

    Integration tools for inventory management and order fulfillment

    Additional Support

    Support Portal

    Access additional support resources

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    Frequently Asked Questions for Sherwin-Williams Vendors

    Common questions about partnering with Sherwin-Williams and supplier requirements