Grainger Businesses

Manage supplier portfolio to ensure performance, cost-effectiveness, and supply continuity through negotiation and collaboration. | Bachelor's degree with 3+ years relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and stakeholder collaboration. | Work Location Type: Hybrid   Req Number  335098 About Grainger 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 www.grainger.com.     Compensation The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $87,200.00 – $145,300.00. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 10% or $, based on the achievement of individual and company performance objectives in accordance with the current terms of the incentive program which are subject to change.   Rewards and Benefits With benefits starting on day one, our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet team members' individual needs, including: 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. 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year. 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required. Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools. 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.   For additional information and details regarding Grainger’s benefits, please click on the link below: https://experience100.ehr.com/grainger/Home/Tools-Resources/Key-Resources/New-Hire   Grainger Benefits 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.    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.  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.    Position Details The Associate Supplier Manager plays a critical role in managing a portfolio of suppliers to ensure performance, cost-effectiveness, and supply continuity. This role is responsible for negotiating cost and contract terms, building and maintaining supplier relationships, and identifying supply and operational risks. The Associate Supplier Manager works closely with cross-functional teams to support aligned product categories and contribute to strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate plans and aligns priorities across stakeholders, operates in a dynamic environment, and balances competing priorities to deliver optimal outcomes for the business.   You will report to the Senior Manager, Supplier Management.   This is a hybrid position that is based in Lake Forest or Chicago 3 days a week. You Will Support the development of procurement strategies that align with Grainger’s commercial goals and product assortment needs. Connect analytical insights to strategies, decisions and actions. Assist with industry research to learn and understand supplier landscapes, cost drivers, and procurement challenges. Help identify potential sources of supply that meet customer needs, quality standards, availability and cost targets. Manage supplier relationships aligned to a portfolio of small to mid-sized suppliers. Lead supplier discussions and negotiation efforts. Build working relationships with suppliers and assist in resolving operational issues in collaboration with internal teams. Work cross-functionally with teams (e.g. Merchandising, Inventory, Transportation, Supplier Performance Management) to support category strategies, ensure product availability and improve operational efficiencies. Organize and facilitate meetings with internal and external stakeholders, supplier visits, and trade show participation to support category and supplier engagement.   You Have Bachelor's Degree BS/BA or equivalent required 3+ years experience in related field required Experience supporting the translation of strategic goals into actionable tactics, leveraging analytics and business insights to drive data driven decisions. Experience independently prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve business objectives and goals. Experience adopting to new processes, applying industry trends, understanding product specifications, and implementing operational workflows. 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. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.   We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one’s employment, should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, including, but not limited to use of our website, any part of the application, interview or hiring process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance.

Lead security operations team to convert threat intelligence into operational outcomes, manage detection lifecycle, and align security strategy with operations. | Bachelor's degree and 5+ years cybersecurity experience including 2+ years in security operations, threat hunting, or incident response with leadership skills. | Work Location Type: Hybrid     Req Number  333485   About Grainger 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 www.grainger.com.       Compensation The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $123,000.00 – $205,100.00. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 15 % or $ , based on the achievement of individual and company performance objectives in accordance with the current terms of the incentive program which are subject to change.   This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship now or in the future.  Individuals requiring sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) should not apply. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.   Rewards and Benefits With benefits starting on day one, our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet team members' individual needs, including: 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. 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year. 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required. Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools. 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.   For additional information and details regarding Grainger’s benefits, please click on the link below:   https://experience100.ehr.com/grainger/Home/Tools-Resources/Key-Resources/New-Hire   Grainger Benefits 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.      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.  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.     Position Details   The Manager, Cyber Fusion Team builds and leads a specialized Security Operations capability that converts threats, investigations, and intelligence into tangible operational outcomes. This role reports to the Director, Cybersecurity Operations and operates as an enablement function within Security Operations. The Cyber Fusion Team does not replace CSOC monitoring, incident command, or remediation ownership. Instead, it strengthens Security Operations by improving detection quality, readiness, and threat-to-control conversion. The role is both a people manager and hands- on program leader, particularly during initial build-out and during high-impact investigations or incidents.    This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship now or in the future.  Individuals requiring sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) should not apply. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.   You will Plan and execute the related workstreams for the information security strategy translating strategic priorities into  operational roadmaps, project plans, measurable outcomes and standard work.  Manage Security Programs and Governance ensuring compliance with regulatory, audit and internal compliance  requirements  Deliver Security Engineering & Operational Outcomes through designing, implementing and lifecycle management  of security tools and processes.  Lead Teams and develop talent building, coaching and developing a high performing security team  Provide threat analysis, hunting and operationalization identifying attacker behaviors, leading hunts and ensuring  threat discovery  Detection Engineering and SOC Enablement through owning end to end detection lifecycle and ensuring threat  informed risk and remediation prioritization  Incident Response facilitation, assembling appropriate responders and partners, capturing decisions and actions  and coordinate after action reviews  Ensure security validation, readiness and learning and ensure operational discipline and guidance.    You have   Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology or equivalent experience required  Master's Degree preferred  5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, information security or related field required  2+ years’ experience in security operations, threat hunting, detection engineering, incidence response support,  threat intelligence or vulnerability management required  Strong understanding of cybersecurity including processes and technology solutions that address gaps and issues  Experienced in project and program management for technology and/or security related projects  Management experience in leading and implementing security projects and process improvement  Strong communications and presentation skills required, with the ability to present complex information to technical  and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership.  Demonstrated ability to translate ambiguity into structured, repeatable outcomes.  Proven coordination skills under pressure with strong written documentation capabilities    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. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.   We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one’s employment, should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, including, but not limited to use of our website, any part of the application, interview or hiring process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance.

Lead design and implementation of data architecture and ETL processes, collaborate cross-functionally, and mentor junior engineers. | Bachelor's degree and 3+ years in modern data engineering with cloud-native solutions, proficiency in Python, SQL, event-streaming, CI/CD, and AI code assistants. | Work Location Type: Hybrid   Req Number  333076   About Grainger 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 www.grainger.com.       Compensation The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $112,900.00 – $188,100.00. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 10 % or $ , based on the achievement of individual and company performance objectives in accordance with the current terms of the incentive program which are subject to change.     Rewards and Benefits With benefits starting on day one, our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet team members' individual needs, including: 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. 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year. 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required. Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools. 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.   For additional information and details regarding Grainger’s benefits, please click on the link below:   https://experience100.ehr.com/grainger/Home/Tools-Resources/Key-Resources/New-Hire     Grainger Benefits 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.      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.  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.       Position Details A rapidly growing team at Grainger is focusing on transforming a variety of transactional and operational data, to support the development of new analytical tools and services aimed at providing all of our users, Sellers and Seller Operational Support, with reporting, analytics, and actionable insights that save them time and money; resulting in deeper customer relationships and increased market share. #StartWithTheCustomer    You will lead the collaborative design of our data architecture as well as the implementation of a variety of data engineering initiatives including data research and analysis, ETL using Airflow (Astronomer), Snowflake, Postgres, and Databricks user defined function (UDF) definition, authoring and reviewing complex analytical queries, and more.      You will report to the Product Engineering Manager and can be based in Lake Forest or Chicago, IL on a hybrid basis. Full-time remote candidates are also encouraged to apply. Some travel will be required for team meetings at our corporate offices.    This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship now or in the future.  Individuals requiring sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) should not apply. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.   You will Recommend and implement the data architecture and data accessibility strategy for the team while ensuring alignment with the architectural intents of the organization  Ensure that data architecture and data accessibility strategy create a foundation for future investment in business intelligence and collaboration  Collaborate with business partners, analysts, and solution delivery team members to understand the implications of respective architectures on data architecture and maximize the value of data across the organization  Maintain a holistic view of data assets by creating and maintaining logical data models and physical data base designs that illustrate how data is stored, processed, and accessed in the analytics ecosystem  Responsible for the design and development of the data warehouses  Responsible for the design and implementation of new business intelligence solutions and ETL processes  Design, implement, review   Python based ETL scripts  SQL and JavaScript based UDF  Understand trends and emerging technologies and evaluate the performance and applicability of potential tools for our requirements.   Collaborate with engineering teams to effectively apply agentic AI tooling across data engineering development, CI/CD, and engineering process improvement initiatives.   Optimize processes for maximum speed, scalability, and reliability.   Partner with stakeholders including data and ML teams, design, product and executive teams and assisting them with software and data related technical issues.   Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices and coding standards.   Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing systems to improve performance.   Work on and enhance the CI/CD pipelines.  Promote effective team practices, shape team culture, and engage in active mentoring.   Mentor junior engineers.  Collaborate with tech leads, architecture, engineering management, and product management to validate that requirements are clear and technical approaches are focused on development of high-quality software.  Work in a collaborative team environment with a focus on continuous improvement and learning, applying teamwork skills such as empathy, engagement, mentoring, knowledge sharing, and constructive feedback.    You have Bachelor’s degree in Data Engineering, Software Engineering, related degree, or relevant work experience.  3+ years of experience with Modern Data Engineering projects and practices: designing, building, and deploying scalable data solutions using AWS, Snowflake, Databricks, Postgres, MongoDB, Kafka  3+ years of experience in designing, building, and deploying cloud native solutions.    A working understanding of ML concepts  Experience with AI code assistant tooling such as, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot and/or ChatGPT  Understanding of containerization concepts (Docker, Kubernetes)  Proficient in a cloud stack (AWS, Google Cloud Platform, Azure) and event-streaming technologies (Kafka)  Understanding of RESTful APIs and how to design performant data models to support them  Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with team members.   Understanding of distributed system design and experience building production grade distributed systems.   Experience with Java, Python and SQL for the variety of software engineering related tasks surrounding data engineering efforts  Proven experience collaborating across teams to develop and implement software engineering best practices.  Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines.   Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and DevOps practices.   Ability to produce detailed, comprehensive software documentation, such as testing plans, requirement specs, design docs and incorporate technical requirements for user stories.    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. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.   We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one’s employment, should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, including, but not limited to use of our website, any part of the application, interview or hiring process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance.