About this role
<p><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#ff0000"><strong> </strong></span><span style="color:indianred;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Work Location Type</strong><strong>:</strong> Hybrid</span></span></span><span style="color:indianred;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> </span></p> <p><span style="color:indianred;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Req Number</strong> 331952</span></p> <p><span style="color:indianred;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>About Grainger</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America and Japan. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.6 million customers worldwide with maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and value-added solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer expertise. Known for its commitment to service and purpose-driven culture, the Company reported 2025 revenue of $17.9 billion. For more information, visit <a style="color:#467886;text-decoration:underline" href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fc212.net%2Fc%2Flink%2F%3Ft%3D0%26l%3Den%26o%3D4366172-1%26h%3D425699605%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.grainger.com%26a%3Dwww.grainger.com&data=05%7C02%7Cshveta.joshi%40grainger.com%7C0930cf26ff2c4f0c338a08dd5d92f7e4%7C48d1dcb6bccc4365ac7fb937a7f7fd71%7C0%7C0%7C638769607980520334%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=mt%2Fix1rcjbu88jQKrdkIzlx%2FVqD4PRne8%2BtvN1o8Bhc%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.grainger.com</a><a href="http://www.grainger.com">.</a></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:indianred;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Compensation</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">This position is hourly and the hourly rate is $26.44/hour. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:indianred;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Rewards and Benefits:</strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">With benefits starting on day one, our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet team members' individual needs, including:</span></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">For additional information and details regarding Grainger’s benefits, please click on the link below:</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><a href="https://experience100.ehr.com/grainger/Home/Tools-Resources/Key-Resources/New-Hire">https://experience100.ehr.com/grainger/Home/Tools-Resources/Key-Resources/New-Hire</a></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:indianred"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Grainger Benefits</span></strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">The pay range provided above is not a guarantee of compensation. The range reflects the potential base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual base pay compensation will depend, in part, on factors such as geographic work location and relevant experience and skills. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">The anticipated compensation range described above is subject to change and the compensation ultimately paid may be higher or lower than the range described above. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law. </span></p> <p> </p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="background-color:white;color:indianred"><strong>Position Overview</strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">The Sales Accelerator Program (SAP) is a 6-month early career development program designed for individuals interested in building a career in commercial and manufacturing sales. Participants gain hands-on experience supporting Grainger’s field sales organization, focusing on customer acquisition, account growth, and value-based selling.</p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">This is a hybrid role with anticipated start dates aligned to two cohorts: January 2027 and June 2027</p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="color:indianred"><strong>Program Experience</strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Participants will:</p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Partner with Field Account Representatives to support territory planning, customer strategy, and growth opportunities.</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Engage with customers to understand needs and recommend solutions</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Develop and execute a strategy to expand customer relationships and drive value</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Collaborate cross-functionally with teams such as National Accounts, Sales Enablement and eCommerce </li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Track customer activity and performance metrics using Salesforce</li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong> </strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="color:indianred"><strong>Post-Program Placement</strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Upon successful completion, participants may be placed into an outside field sales role within the United States, with a focus on the Western and Northeast regions. Relocation may be required.</p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="color:indianred"><strong>Qualifications</strong></span></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Bachelor’s degree completed between December 2026 and May 2027</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Valid driver’s license</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Willingness to relocate within the U.S.</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ability to travel (15–20%)</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ability to work remotely with a dedicated workspace</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">No visa sponsorship available</li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Leadership experience (campus, athletics, or team-based environments)</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Experience in goal-oriented or performance-driven roles</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Customer-facing experience (retail, service, or internships)</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Strong communication and relationship-building skills</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Interest in a long-term career in commercial and manufacturing sales</li> </ul><p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><em>We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. 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