Sr Administrative Assistant

Requisition
335757
-Posted
10/02/2026

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,  offers customers access to more than 14 million products, and  offers more than 24 million products. For more information, visit  .

This position is hourly. The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $24-37/hr.

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage starts on day one of employment.
• Access to up to 50% of your paycheck based on hours worked before payday.
• 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, parental leave, and other benefits.
• Safety shoes provided (where applicable).

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.

The Senior Administrative Assistant serves as a trusted business partner to Directors and Senior Directors, driving operational excellence through proactive administrative support, strategic calendar and travel management, executive communications, and high-impact meeting and event coordination. This role goes beyond traditional administrative responsibilities by anticipating leadership needs, managing complex projects, streamlining processes, and serving as a key contributor to team effectiveness in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

The ideal candidate is a highly organized and tech-savvy professional with strong business acumen, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to leverage modern productivity tools, reporting automation, and AI-enabled technologies to enhance efficiency and support decision-making. Success in this role requires adaptability, attention to detail, sound judgment, and a proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement and delivering an exceptional leadership support experience.

This position is Hybrid, requiring a minimum of 2-3 days per week in the office, with the possibility of additional in-office time based on business needs. You will report to a Manager, Administrative Services.

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