Grainger
W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading B2B distributor of maintenance, repair, and operations products with over 1 million items, serving over 4.5 million customers worldwide.
Company facts
- Founded
- 1927
- Headquarters
- United States
- CEO
- D.G. Macpherson
About
What started as a humble operation in 1927 by William W. Grainger aimed at supplying motors has since transformed into a robust global leader in the industrial supply sector. Headquartered in Lake Forest, Illinois, W.W. Grainger, Inc. has become synonymous with reliability in maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) supplies. Over the decades, the company has steadily expanded its product range to include over one million items that serve a diverse clientele of more than 4.5 million customers worldwide. By providing everything from safety equipment and tools to lighting and material handling solutions, Grainger ensures that businesses of all sizes have the support they need to keep operations running smoothly. The company has developed an extensive distribution network comprising around 331 branches and numerous distribution facilities across North America, Japan, and the United Kingdom. This infrastructure supports an impressive logistics operation that guarantees timely deliveries and inventory management services tailored to meet the specific needs of its customers. Known for its commitment to innovation, Grainger launched its digital platform in 1995, revolutionizing how customers interact with suppliers for their industrial needs. The modern Grainger integrates digital sales channels with personal support to provide a seamless shopping experience for its clients, positioning itself at the forefront of the eCommerce landscape within the industrial supply sector. Today, Grainger continues to thrive by adapting to changing market demands and reinforcing its dedication to customer service, proving that it truly is For The Ones Who Get It Done.
Open positions
ICQA Supervisor - Night Shift
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Senior Manager IT Operations
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Bilingual Manager, Inside Sales
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Environmental, Health & Safety Manager
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Branch Team Lead (Full Time) Atlanta, GA
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Account Manager - Prince George, BC
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Business Systems Engineer Senior - GUS
Senior business systems engineer on Grainger's Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) team, translating business requirements into configuration, integration, and testing across SAP EWM/WM/GTS and S/4HANA plus tools like Kafka and Manhattan that power North American distribution centers, with heavy emphasis on documentation and supply chain processes.
Director, Manufacturing Operations
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Embedded Systems Engineer
Hybrid (Santa Ana, CA) individual contributor role building Linux-based embedded/edge software in C/C++ and Python for real-time sensing and device control — integrating hardware, drivers, and connectivity (MQTT/gRPC/HTTP) into Grainger's cloud ecosystem, with CI/CD, containers, security hardening, and telemetry for device fleets.
Sales Support Operations Intern - Summer 2027
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Manager, Security Loss Prevention
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