Designer Account Executive: Houston

This position is responsible for developing relationships with the Residential Interior Designer/Decorator/Architect to convert competitive paint brand preference, increase product and color specification that will result in gallon and sales growth for the Residential Repaint Market.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.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 PossibleAt 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 . 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.Required:High School Diploma Prior experience as an SW Assistant Store Manager or prior experience in the Interior Design industryPreferred:Bachelors Degree in Business or Interior DesignPrior experience as an SW Store Manager or Sales RepTravel:30%• Document Residential Interior Designers’/Decorators/Architects’ information in their database and develop a call routine that will eventually convert the Residential Interior Designer/Decorator from the competition.• Have the ability to identify an Opportunity Account as well as the Residential Interior Designers’/Decorators/Architects’ preferred paint brand. • Educate the Residential Interior Designer/Decorator/Architect on the features and benefits of Sherwin-Williams premium paint products through face-to-face scheduled appointments, virtual presentations, phone prospecting and email communication. Guide the Residential Interior Designer/Decorator/Architect on the benefits of specifying a specific Sherwin Williams product that will benefit the needs of their client. • Utilize Sherwin Williams employees and resources to provide technical assistance and samples to the Residential Interior Designer/Decorator/Architect.• Host various Residential Interior Designer/Decorator functions to help promote Sherwin-Williams brand including Continuing Education Units (CEU).• Gather Residential Painter leads from Residential Interior Designers/Decorators/Architects and distribute leads to the District Sales Manager or Residential Repaint Representatives. • Maintain an accurate and updated version of client database.• Educate and interface with District, Division and Group colleagues to create a cohesive relationship. Work with the stores and Residential Repaint Reps to gather Residential Interior Designer/Decorator/Architect leads from our painters. • Provide management with competitive information relating to the Residential Interior Designer/Decorator/Architect market.• Provide color tools to local Interior Design Schools. Identify presentation opportunities at key schools. • Support local design organizations such as ASID by participating in meetings, tradeshow and committees.• Develop and implement strategies for achieving goals and time management.• Provide Dashboards on a monthly basis and Concur Expense Reports on a biweekly basis. Posting Date: 2026-08-07