Grainger Businesses

Design, build, and operate automated security capabilities collaborating with engineering teams to implement secure defaults and modernize legacy services. | Bachelor's degree and 3+ years in modern software engineering with proficiency in Python, Go, or Java and experience in cloud-native architectures and DevSecOps. | Work Location Type: Hybrid   Req Number  333125 About Grainger W.W. Grainger, Inc., is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products and solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. Known for its commitment to service and award-winning culture, the Company had 2024 revenue of $17.2 billion across its two business models. In the High-Touch Solutions segment, Grainger offers approximately 2 million maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and services, including technical support and inventory management. In the Endless Assortment segment, Zoro.com offers customers access to more than 14 million products, and MonotaRO.com offers more than 24 million products. 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 %, 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 Grainger is looking for an experienced Senior Software Engineer to help scale our Product Security team. You will solve real business problems with automation, self-service, and opinionated defaults that reduce risk without slowing delivery. Your work will focus on building guardrails, not gates, so developers ship more secure code. You will also identify and drive opportunities that help teams adopt good security practices. You’ll be responsible for everything you build, from design and delivery through production support.   You will work in a hybrid mode from our Lake Forest, IL or Chicago, IL offices. You will report to Manager of Security Automation.    You Will Build applications and develop product design solutions in partnership with engineers, architects, and analysts leading to scalable and maintainable software solutions Utilize full stack specialized skills based on specific platform or domain as required Implement continuous delivery activities (CI/CD) and drive engineering best practices Support team activities and pair with peers to work on stories Coach and mentor junior engineers Consistently practice sensible defaults Design, build, and operate self-service, automated security capabilities leveraged company-wide across engineering teams Contribute across Product Security capabilities including secrets management, vulnerability management, policy as code (OPA), and application security risk platforms Work independently on ambiguous problems, drive designs to decisions, and document outcomes through Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) Influence technical implementation decisions by connecting business requirements to technology choices and outcomes Identify and proactively manage risk while modernizing legacy services and reducing technical debt Collaborate with Engineering Managers, technical leads, and Product Engineering teams to shape roadmaps, priorities, and security automation solutions throughout the SDLC Suggest secure defaults and advise on clean coding practices, pipeline test coverage, and observability strategies   You Have Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required 3+ years experience with modern software engineering; designing, building, and deploying scalable software applications required Understanding of distributed system design Experience analyzing and interpreting complex problems and processes Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and DevOps practices Experience building and operating services in production within large, distributed environments across multiple teams Experience coding in Python, Go, Java, or similar modern programming languages, including API and service development Full stack development experience, including React or comparable frontend frameworks Knowledge of cloud-native, event-driven, microservices-based architectures and associated operational concerns including resiliency, observability, and monitoring Experience implementing DevSecOps solutions such as vulnerability scanning, secrets management, or policy-as-code capabilities Working knowledge of containers and Kubernetes Cloud experience with AWS or similar providers, including Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and automation through APIs or CLI tooling Experience with CI/CD principles and tools such as GitHub Actions Strong communication skills with the ability to mentor, influence, and collaborate across teams Experience or working knowledge of applying AI within the software development lifecycle   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.

Develop and deploy web applications using React, Next.js, and Java/Kotlin, collaborating with stakeholders to optimize performance and scalability. | 10+ years software engineering experience, 5+ years cloud-native solutions, proficiency in React, Java, and distributed systems. | Work Location Type: Hybrid     Req Number  332826   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 $134,100.00 – $223,500.00. 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.     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 Pricing team creates the technology that supports Grainger’s pricing strategy. Providing the right product at the right price is core to Grainger’s growth objectives, both in terms of driving direct growth the pricing leverage, and in terms of supporting other growth drivers like marketing. The Pricing team is responsible for building and maintaining the applications and data that support deriving the right price for each product.    Our vision: Pricing in the MRO (maintenance, repair, & operations) industry is extraordinarily complex, because of the many factors that must be considered. Setting a market relevant price requires clear understanding of product, customer, and competitor dynamics. Evolving the technology to support deriving the market relevant price requires constant iteration and collaboration with our business partners. We are a highly visible and important strategic team in our pricing strategy roadmap.     You will report to the Manager, Product Engineering and will be based in the Merchandise Mart office.     You will   Develop, test, and deploy high-quality web applications using React, Next.js for the front end, and Java or Kotlin for the back end.  Build reusable and scalable components and libraries for future use.  Understand trends and emerging technologies and evaluate the performance and applicability of potential tools for our requirements.  Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and reliability.  Partner with stakeholders including data 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.  Integrate with RESTful APIs and third-party services.  Work on and enhance the CI/CD pipelines.   Pair program with developers daily to ensure better quality code, shared knowledge and increased resiliency of our applications.    You have 10 years of experience with Modern Software Engineering projects and practices: designing, building, and deploying scalable software applications.   5 + years of experience in designing, building, and deploying cloud native solutions.   Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or other containerization technologies.   Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with team members.  Understanding of distributed system design and experience building production grade distributed systems.  Hands-on experience with React.js and Next.js frameworks for front-end development.  Solid experience with Java, Spring Boot, or similar frameworks for back-end development.  Experience with messaging systems like Kafka.   Experience with database technologies such PostgreSQL and/or Snowflake.     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 working with data teams.   Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and DevOps practices.      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.

Develop and deploy full-stack web applications and collaborate with teams to optimize system performance and integrate AI tooling. | Bachelor's degree with 5+ years in scalable software engineering and cloud-native solutions, proficient in front-end frameworks, JVM/Python APIs, and container orchestration. | Work Location Type: Hybrid   Req Number  333037 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, both Customers and Sellers, with reporting, analytics, and actionable insights that save them time and money; resulting in deeper customer relationships and increased market share. #StartWithTheCustomer    You will contribute to the development of our React front end, a variety of JVM APIs, and Python ETL scripts that support our analytics and insights applications. You will play an important part in defining the strategy of the team, evaluating, integrating data and technologies, and building Front End and/or APIs alongside domain experts. You are a thoughtful observer who enjoys investigating business problems and building full stack solutions that address them.  You are an avid and patient communicator, able to convince collaborators of the value of your position, but also compromise at times to yield greater benefit to stakeholders.    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 Develop, test, and deploy high-quality web applications using React, Next.js for the front end, and Java and/or Python for the back end.   Collaborate with product managers and designers to understand user requirements and translate them into technical specifications.   Build and utilize reusable and scalable components and libraries.   Recognize trends and emerging technologies and evaluate the performance and applicability of potential tools for our requirements.    Optimize applications and services for maximum speed, scalability, and reliability.   Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices and coding standards.   Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing systems to improve performance.   Integrate with RESTful APIs and third-party services.   Deploy code using GitHub Actions (CI/CD pipelines)  Promote effective team practices, shape team culture, and engage in active mentoring.   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.  Collaborate with engineering teams to effectively apply agentic AI tooling across software development, CI/CD, and engineering process improvement initiatives.   You have Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, related degree, or relevant work experience.  5+ years of experience with Modern Software Engineering projects and practices: designing, building, and deploying scalable software applications.    5+ years of experience in designing, building, and deploying cloud native solutions using AWS or GCP  Proficiency in modern front-end development using ReactJS  Solid experience with NodeJS (NextJS), Java (Spring), or Python for developing APIs  Proficiency in containerized application development and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes  An evolving understanding of AI tooling and the ability to apply it to automate tasks, improve workflows, and accelerate delivery.  Build automation, continuous integration/deployment, and automated monitoring.  Proficiency in RESTful API design.  The ability to communicate complex concepts in writing and as diagrams  Understanding of distributed system design and experience building production grade systems.   Experience with data technologies such as PostgreSQL, Snowflake, or Kafka  Experience with a visualization library such as chart.js  Proficient in TDD practices and testing frameworks.  Familiarity with Terraform, Git, and Agile/Scrum methodologies   Proven experience collaborating across teams to develop and implement software engineering best practices.      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 modernization of legacy platforms into microservices and mentor engineers while collaborating on scalable technical solutions. | Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of software engineering experience with proficiency in TDD, CI/CD, and distributed systems design. | Work Location Type: Hybrid   Req Number  332829 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 $134,100.00 – $223,500.00 in Chicago. For candidates who are virtual, the pay band is $124,000 - $207,000. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 15%, 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 OPT sponsorship now or in the future.  Individuals requiring OPT sponsorship should not apply.   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  Join a collaborative, high-impact engineering team at Granger driving the modernization of enterprise eProcurement and data exchange platforms that power operations across a large, complex organization. As a Software Engineer IV, you will be a hands-on technical leader who codes alongside your team, champions modern engineering practices, and shapes the architecture of systems that handle mission-critical business workflows. You will mentor engineers at every level, influence how the team builds and delivers software, and partner with Product and Architecture to ensure we are solving the right problems the right way. If you are passionate about test-driven development, continuous delivery, and building highly maintainable microservices-based systems, this is the role for you.  Chicago, IL is the preferred location with a hybrid work environment (2 days per week in the Merchandise Mart office). We will also consider highly qualified remote candidates who are willing to travel to Chicago for onboarding and occasional team meetings. Onsite onboarding will be required.   You Will  Serve as the lead engineer and technical anchor for a team modernizing legacy enterprise systems into microservices-based architectures using Java, Spring Boot, Kotlin, React, and TypeScript  Champion and model sensible defaults including Test-Driven Development (TDD), pair programming, trunk-based development, and continuous delivery as the standard way the team works  Design and evolve distributed, fault-tolerant microservices with a focus on scalability, operability, and loose coupling  Drive automated deployment pipelines and CI/CD practices that enable the team to ship with confidence and speed  Actively mentor and upskill engineers through pair programming, code reviews, and hands-on knowledge sharing — building a team that grows in capability and confidence over time  Collaborate with Product Managers, Architects, and stakeholders to translate complex business requirements into pragmatic, well-designed technical solutions  Maintain and improve production software, with demonstrated ability to triage, resolve, and prevent issues through strong engineering fundamentals    You Have  Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or a related field; or equivalent practical experience required  5+ years of software engineering experience, with a strong focus on back-end development and full-stack delivery in production environments  Demonstrated hands-on experience with modern engineering practices: Test-Driven Development (TDD), pair programming, trunk-based development, and continuous delivery  Proven experience designing and delivering microservices and distributed systems with a strong understanding of integration patterns, fault tolerance, and scalability  Experience mentoring and upskilling engineers, with a genuine commitment to growing others and elevating team capability  Experience building and maintaining automated CI/CD pipelines with quality gates including code coverage and static analysis  Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to partner with stakeholders, push back constructively, and drive clarity on complex technical and business challenges    Preferred  Full-stack development experience with back-end proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, Kotlin, and front-end experience with React and TypeScript  Experience with EDI standards and enterprise data exchange integrations  Experience leading modernization of legacy systems to microservices-based architectures  Cloud platform experience (AWS, Azure) including containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)      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.

Gather and document business requirements, map processes, support ERP systems, and liaise with stakeholders throughout the SDLC. | 3-5 years ERP experience, strong SQL skills, familiarity with AS/400, good communication, and project management skills. | Work Location Type: Hybrid As a leading industrial distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom, We Keep The World Working® by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. We’re dedicated to providing value for customers, fostering an engaging culture for team members and driving strong financial results. Our welcoming workplace enables you to learn, grow and make a difference by keeping businesses running and their people safe. As a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company, we’re looking for passionate people to join our team as we continue leading the industry over our next 100 years. Compensation: The base salary for this role ranges between $63,040 - $86,680, with eligibility for an incentive target of 5% which is contingent upon achieving both individual and company performance objectives. The pay range above is not a guarantee of compensation but reflects the potential total compensation for this role at the time of this posting based on the assigned job grade. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as geographic work location, relevant experience and individual skills. The stated range is a reasonable estimate and may change over time; final compensation may fall above or below the range provided. Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or discontinue its compensation and benefits programs at any time, in accordance with applicable law. This job posting is for an existing vacancy. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (You Will): • Gather and document business requirements via interviews and workshops. • Map current vs. future-state processes, translating into functional specifications. • Skilled in SQL for querying, reporting, data validation, troubleshooting, and ad-hoc analysis. • Familiarity with AS/400 (iSeries) environment; ability to read, understand, and analyze existing code • Operate within full SDLC: requirement documentation, design, development, testing, deployment, and post-implementation support. • Prior experience with Waterfall and Agile models. • Log and track system changes; author test scripts and drive testing coordination. • Liaise with internal teams (Finance, Inventory, Operations, Sales), engage with ERP • Vendor and third-party vendors, and coordinate with customer IT teams during implementation. • Translate technical information for non-technical stakeholders, present technical and status updates clearly. • Provide front line ERP support, identify issues, perform root cause analysis, and assist in implementing solutions. • Monitor system performance, scheduled jobs, and data integrity; collaborate with IT to resolve AS/400 or related technical problems. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS (You Have): • 3-5 years of ERP systems experience including functional knowledge of ERP systems and analytics, VAI/S2K ERP preferred. • Completion of post-secondary degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or other related discipline, or equivalent experience. • Sound technical knowledge of SQL is required. • Familiarity with AS400/RPG language is required. • Must have strong analytical and organizational skills, as well as the ability to find innovative solutions to various challenges. • Must have a strong grasp of how potential ERP solutions converge with business needs and goals. • Good project management skills including planning, work management, budgeting and problem solving. • Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels, with a strong customer service focus. • Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate to various levels of leadership to clarify business needs and evaluate alternative business solutions. • Certified Scrum Product Owner preferred. • Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) preferred. Rewards and Benefits: Our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet your individual needs. Check out some of the benefits available to you with Grainger (may vary based on hours worked): • Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage • Paid time off (PTO) and up to 12 company holidays per year (dependent on home province) • Life insurance coverage, including spousal and dependent life insurance. • Employee Family Assistance Program to help team members with physical, emotional, mental, financial and other concerns • Registered Retirement Savings Plan & Defined Contribution Pension Plan to help you save for your financial future • Educational & Professional Membership Fee Assistance program • Employee discounts, team member perks and more! DEI Statement: We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't perfectly match this job post as you may still be the right candidate for this role or others. We aspire to create a culture where everyone is comfortable being who they are, can learn and grow to realize their full potential, and is recognized and rewarded for their impact. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability. Should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, please advise us so we can provide appropriate assistance. Pre-employment background checks are required for all external candidates. Internal candidates undergo a background check when they move from a non-driving role to a driving role. #LI-PS

Perform safe and accurate manual packaging, order picking, inventory cycle counts, and product put away in a warehouse environment. | High school diploma or GED, one year of distribution/manufacturing experience, basic math and reading skills, ability to lift 50 lbs, and attention to detail. | Work Location Type: Arlington, Texas Onsite Imperial Supplies, a Grainger Company, is a national distributor of quality maintenance products. Serving the fleet maintenance industry since 1958, Imperial has formed lasting relationships with customers by tailoring our services to meet their changing needs. Our welcoming workplace enables you to learn, grow and make a difference by keeping businesses running and their people safe. As a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company, we’re looking for passionate people to join our team as we continue leading the industry. Start Your Career with Imperial!! Join our Imperial Supplies team! Now Hiring Material Handler I at our Arlington, Texas distribution center This is a full – time position of 40 hours working Monday through Friday (5:30 AM – 2:00 PM) No Weekends or Holidays!! Paid Time Off includes 18 days available during your first year. Imperial offers Day 1 benefits including medical, dental, vision. Six paid holidays and the company contributes 6% to a 401K with immediate vesting. Learn more about this position! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCEf_ecgRnU In this full time Material Handler I role, you will be part of our warehouse associate team, cycle counting, performing safe and accurate manual packaging of product, putting away product, and picking orders while meeting defined production standards within the Distribution Center. You will package inbound material including assortment kit assembly using package labeling system and printers, automated packaging equipment, scales, tape guns, mechanical stapler, and shrink wrapping. Document packaging activity using radio frequency scanners and keyboard data entry. Pick orders on floor level of warehouse using non-powered industrial equipment. Perform cart put away, restocking, and assist with assist with inventory cycle counts on floor level of warehouse using non-powered industrial equipment. Your background should include: a High School diploma/GED equivalent and one year of general knowledge of distribution/ manufacturing operations. Average math skills and effective reading & writing skills. Problem solving ability and attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to spend most of the time standing and walking in a warehouse environment. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. 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. #LI-JS1

Lead architecture governance programs, facilitate technical community events, manage engineering team initiatives, and support org-wide community activities. | Requires 2+ years of project management or administrative experience in technology, strong organizational and communication skills, and familiarity with engineering work-tracking tools. | Work Location Type: Hybrid Req Number 322363 About Grainger: W.W. Grainger, Inc., is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products and solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. Known for its commitment to service and award-winning culture, the Company had 2024 revenue of $17.2 billion across its two business models. In the High-Touch Solutions segment, Grainger offers approximately 2 million maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and services, including technical support and inventory management. In the Endless Assortment segment, Zoro.com offers customers access to more than 14 million products, and MonotaRO.com offers more than 24 million products. For more information, visit www.grainger.com. Compensation The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $131,200.00 to $218,700.00. 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 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. JOB SUMMARY This role is for a project and community manager that will help lead various engineering and architecture governance and community activities. We are looking for a dynamic leader who enjoys community-building and managing some of Grainger's core technical governance functions. JOB FUNCTIONS Key Responsibilities • Administer and run Grainger's architecture governance program, including agendas, facilitation, action items, and follow-ups • Facilitate technical community events like Technical Book Clubs and Lunch and Learns • Help run architecture and engineering team-level initiatives • Help with org-wide community activities like Ignite Week and Hack-a-thons • Help with special projects at a team or department level JOB DESCRIPTION DISCLAIMER This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer. QUALIFICATIONS Education Education Level Education Details Required/ Preferred Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience and/or industry experience required Work Experience Experience Experience Details Required/ Preferred 2+ years administrative or project-management work, preferably in technology-related department required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities KSAs Ability to stay organized and drive results Ability to write and note-take, especially for technical topics Good communication and facilitation skills Community-building or community-organizing Experience with office productivity software like Confluence, Slack, and Microsoft Office Experience with software engineering work-tracking tools like Jira Any software engineering or development skills (fluency with software engineering concepts) Any software architecture skills or background (fluency with software architecture patterns) Very rarely, if ever (less than 5-10%), and only if facilitating a meeting or event where on-site presence is required. 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.

Design, build, and maintain scalable cloud-native data pipelines and backend systems, develop data products, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver data-driven business solutions. | 7+ years experience in data/software engineering with cloud platforms, proficiency in Snowflake, PostgreSQL, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), SAP S4/Hana integration, infrastructure as code, and strong communication and mentoring skills. | Work Location Type: Hybrid   Req Number 322429 About Grainger:   W.W. Grainger, Inc., is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products and solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. Known for its commitment to service and award-winning culture, the Company had 2024 revenue of $17.2 billion across its two business models. In the High-Touch Solutions segment, Grainger offers approximately 2 million maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and services, including technical support and inventory management. In the Endless Assortment segment, Zoro.com offers customers access to more than 14 million products, and MonotaRO.com offers more than 24 million products. For more information, visit www.grainger.com.      Compensation The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $110,500.00  to $184,100.00.   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   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.        As a Senior Data Engineer at Grainger, you will play a pivotal role in designing, building, and optimizing robust data pipelines and backend systems that power our analytics, machine learning models, and customer-facing applications. This role sits at the intersection of data engineering, data platform, and software development, with a strong focus on automation, cloud-native architecture, and seamless data integration—while also working closely with enterprise systems such as SAP S/4HANA to support end-to-end business solutions. You are a curious problem-solver who enjoys collaborating across functions—engineering, data science, and product—to build scalable solutions that deliver reliable and actionable insights. You take pride in clean code, scalable systems, and the thoughtful solutioning, development, and testing of high-quality data products that seamlessly integrate into the enterprise ecosystem. What You’ll Do: Design, build, and maintain scalable, cloud-native data pipelines and ETL workflows using tools such as Apache Spark, AWS Glue, and Snowflake. Solution, develop, and rigorously test data products that support analytics, operational reporting, and real-time decision-making. Develop and deploy high-quality backend applications using Python, SQL, and Scala or other languages commonly used in data engineering environments. Build and maintain data platforms and structures such as data lakes, data warehouses, and APIs to support both real-time and batch use cases. Partner with cross-functional teams (data scientists, software engineers, product, operations, and design) to deliver data-driven business solutions. Build, optimize, and support CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code (IaC), and deployment automation using Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub Actions, or similar tools. Develop clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, following best practices in testing (TDD), version control, and observability. Ensure data quality and integrity through automated validation frameworks and modern monitoring practices. Mentor junior engineers and interns, particularly in areas such as data platform architecture, data product development, and engineering best practices. What You Bring: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software/Data Engineering, or related discipline—or equivalent practical experience. 7+ years of experience designing, building, and supporting large-scale, production-grade software or data engineering systems. Proven track record of solutioning and delivering end-to-end data products—from design and development through testing and deployment. Hands-on experience with cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure, especially for data storage, processing, and orchestration. Proficiency with tools such as Snowflake, Databricks, PostgreSQL, and event-streaming platforms like Kafka. Strong knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes/OpenShift) and DevOps principles. Experience building RESTful APIs, event-driven pipelines, and integrating third-party systems and services. Experience with SAP data extraction and data model, specifically with SAP S4 and Hana, integrating through SAP Datasphere or similar sources. Experience with infrastructure as code tools like Terraform or CloudFormation, and automation of CI/CD pipelines. Deep understanding of distributed systems, data governance, and scalable architecture patterns. Excellent communication skills, strong documentation practices, and a collaborative mindset with a passion for mentoring others.    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 the vision, strategy, and roadmap for AI/ML-driven product matching systems, managing cross-functional teams and internal tools to improve product discoverability and revenue. | 7+ years product management experience with agile teams, strong analytical skills, experience partnering with ML teams, ability to manage ambiguity, and a bachelor's degree (master's preferred). | Work Location Type: Remote Req Number 323107 About Grainger: W.W. Grainger, Inc., is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products and solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. Known for its commitment to service and award-winning culture, the Company had 2024 revenue of $17.2 billion across its two business models. In the High-Touch Solutions segment, Grainger offers approximately 2 million maintenances, repair and operating (MRO) products and services, including technical support and inventory management. In the Endless Assortment segment,Zoro.comoffers customers access to more than 14 million products, andMonotaRO.comoffers more than 24 million products. For more information, visitwww.grainger.com. Compensation: The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $121,500.00 to $202,500.00. 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 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: As the Senior Product Manager for Product Matching, you will lead the vision, strategy, and roadmap for Grainger's competitive intelligence product matching systems, responsible for accurately cross-referencing competitor SKUs with Grainger's catalog. Your mission is to enable customers and internal teams to confidently identify equivalent or superior Grainger products, driving revenue and increasing product discoverability. This role is at the intersection of advanced AI/ML capabilities and core business operations. You will guide a cross-functional team of engineers and applied ML scientists to build and scale state-of-the-art solutions, including LLM-based matching workflows, computer vision for visual similarity, and GenAI-powered enrichment tools. You will also be responsible for leading the development of an internal web application in close partnership with business operations teams, enabling them to perform standard product matching workflows efficiently and at scale. This tool will support high-quality human review, streamlined exception handling, and tight feedback loops into the AI/ML models. You'll work hand-in-hand with operations stakeholders to deeply understand their processes, gather input on tool design, and ensure the solution evolves to meet evolving business needs, serving as the connective tissue between AI systems and day-to-day operational excellence. You will work cross-functionally to drive products from ideation through testing to launch, with a focus on north star metrics, clear OKRs, and business priorities. You will empower the product team with clear strategy, priorities, requirements, and flawless execution to rapidly deliver AI/ML-powered matching experiences and develop best-in-class matching at Grainger. You will break complex problems into clear development steps and go deep on ML and engineering when needed (e.g., understanding technologies, data products, operational metrics, etc.). You will report to the Director of Product Matching. This role is open to remote candidates or hybrid in Chicago or Lake Forest, IL. You will: • Define and own the competitive intelligence product matching strategy and roadmap across AI/ML driven matching and internal web application with human-in-the-loop AI • Establish a clear Minimal Viable Product (MVP) definition and product roadmaps for the "now, near, and next" that align with the broader product domain and elevate customer value proposition and differentiators at every stage • Define clear OKRs and guardrail metrics, creating transparency and accountability across teams and stakeholders • Bring extreme clarity and transparency to the work to be done - the why, the how, and when-ensuring performance, scalability, and delivery of excellent outcomes • Collaborate extensively cross-functionally (AI/ML, Engineering, UX, Analytics, and Technical Architecture) and with business stakeholders (Merchandising) to execute product roadmap with urgency and hit critical milestones, while managing risk • Champion a strong customer and data-first mindset, using customer and stakeholder feedback, testing, and measurement to prioritize and continually refine the search experience • Develop excellent storytelling and compelling narratives, and be able to communicate status, blockers, risks, and tradeoffs to cross functional partners, stakeholders, and product leaders • Evangelize product strategy up, down, and across your product, and effectively communicate business impact to Merchandising stakeholders and senior leadership • Stay ahead of trends in AI/ML, competitive landscape, and customer needs to evolve the strategy around how Grainger's competitive intelligence product matching You have: • 7+ years' experience as a product manager or related technology occupation. Base experience must involve leading agile sprint teams, working with UX, analytics and business stakeholders and include demonstration of delivering and supporting working custom software/capabilities • Continuous improvement and innovation mindset that results in the understanding of latest technologies, including Machine Learning. Demonstrated experience partnering with Machine Learning teams to drive new customer or process insights or automation • Demonstrated experience designing solutions to complex problems and delivering results by conceptualizing, building, or substantially modifying enterprise internal tools • Ability to function with ambiguity within a matrix organization and drive clarity cross-functionally to deliver value quicklythrough scalable solutions • Strong analytical and quantitative skills; ability to use hard data and metrics to back up assumptions when developing & presenting business cases to executive leadership & stakeholders • Problem solving & planning capabilities along with creative time management skills, high degree of ownership and helping influence teams to act with urgency • Bachelor's Degree with Master's degree preferred. 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 implementation, optimization, and support of WMS systems integrating shipping and supply chain platforms with a focus on DevOps, automation, and scalability. | Bachelor's degree, 5+ years configuration/development experience, proficiency in multiple programming languages and systems including Connectship, FedEx Ship Manager, SAP HANA, and strong troubleshooting and leadership skills. | Work Location Type: Hybrid Req Number 322558 About Grainger: W.W. Grainger, Inc., is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products and solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. Known for its commitment to service and award-winning culture, the Company had 2024 revenue of $17.2 billion across its two business models. In the High-Touch Solutions segment, Grainger offers approximately 2 million maintenances, repair and operating (MRO) products and services, including technical support and inventory management. In the Endless Assortment segment, Zoro.com offers customers access to more than 14 million products, and MonotaRO.com offers more than 24 million products. For more information, visit www.grainger.com. Compensation The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $93,000.00 to $154,900.00. 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 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 Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) team supports the technology that powers Grainger's distribution centers and branch network for North America. We ensure the right products move efficiently through our supply chain to meet customer needs. In this fast-paced and complex environment, our team builds and supports the systems that drive inventory movement, order fulfillment, warehouse automation, and network efficiency. We work closely with operations to deliver scalable, resilient solutions that enable growth and continuous improvement. This team supports a variety of systems and software: SAP EWM 7.0, S/4 Hana for EWM, SAP WM, SAP GTS, Manhattan, Kafka, Connectship, Logistiview, Dematic and others. We are seeking a Senior Business Systems Engineer with a DevOps focus to join our Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) engineering team. This role will lead the implementation, optimization, and support of systems that enable seamless parcel and freight shipping integration using ConnectShip and FedEx, tightly coupled with SAP EWM (both on-premise and S/4HANA cloud deployments) and Manhattan platforms. This position plays a key role in driving automation, reliability, and scalability of complex distribution operations across our supply chain ecosystem. You'll be a hands-on contributor responsible for DevOps practices, configuration, coding, and operational support, ensuring critical integrations run securely, efficiently, and in compliance with business SLAs. Our Vision: We aim to modernize and optimize supply chain technology through agile engineering and close business collaboration. Our systems must adapt quickly to change, support innovation, and ensure operational excellence across the DC and Branch network. You will: • Design, configure and/or develop, deploy, optimize, monitor and improve systems and business applications. Clearly demonstrates understanding of the implications of their usage on the business. • Contribute to capability roadmaps and conducting technology research for innovation and continuous improvement. Translate complex business requirements into detailed technical specifications and deliverables • Specialized with core technical and functional domain experience within respective team (beyond where necessary, demonstrates curiosity). Defines nonfunctional requirements in accordance with Engineering best practices (Security, reliability, performance, etc.) • Partners with administration and operational teams to improve key service practices. Documenting debt and waste. Develops sustainable feedback loops for continuous improvement. Builds sustainable systems with monitoring and observability, builds with supportability in mind. Set standards for operating procedures and advises on best practices for engineers. • Support team activities (daily status meetings, tech huddle topics, desk checks) and pairing with peers to work on stories • Regularly evaluates current business processes, applications, systems, and identifies potential improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness. Uses each task/story as an opportunity to embed improvements. • Provide coaching and mentoring to junior engineers You have: • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience • 5 years of configuration and/or development experience in broad range of hardware & software products. • Proficient ability to design, develop, test, and deploy applications/ systems using proven technologies within variety of technologies and environments. Knowledge of specific programming languages and techniques. Works autonomously with limited guidance. • Directs the application of existing principles and guides development of new policies and ideas • Proficient troubleshooting (within multiple systems) and problem-solving skills • Embeds data analytics capabilities and understanding of key business data models • Experienced in Connectship. • Experienced in scripting languages like Powershell, Python, etc. • Experienced in .Net or Java experience • Experience with FedEx Ship Manager Server. • Transportation and Carrier knowledge is a plus. • Kafka, JSON, Python and other languages a plus. Development Focus and Scope: • Experience across multiple technical and functional domains maintained by team • Consistently practice engineering sensible defaults on the team • Ability to triage issues in production • Knowledge of how systems fit into Grainger enterprise architecture • Working towards a robust understanding of Grainger's end-to-end business including ability to explain how key tech initiatives are contributing to the business and how our growth drivers work. • Demonstrates general curiosity, customer-focus and peer leadership with a focus on making their team better. • Strong coding, debugging, and analytical skills, with the ability to write and maintain code in relevant programming languages, must be comfortable reading, modifying, and developing production-quality code • Experience with SAP HANA platforms and integration with external systems (WES/WCS) required. • Ability to code in various languages and work with scripting, Infrastructure as Code, containerization, deployment, and scalability. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to bridge business and technical stakeholders. • Comfortable working in agile, fast-paced, and warehouse/operations-driven environments. 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.