Director, Indirect Procurement

Work Location Type:
Hybrid

Req Number 332882

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.

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Compensation

The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $ - $. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 25 %, 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.

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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 Director, Indirect Procurement is responsible for leading Grainger's North America indirect procurement organization, leading enterprise sourcing strategy, operational excellence, and business transformation to maximize enterprise value. This role oversees approximately $2B in managed spend while managing supplier partnerships, optimizing costs, mitigating risk, and enabling business growth through scalable procurement capabilities. As a key member of the procurement leadership team, the Director leads Category Management, Procurement Operations, and Enterprise Programs, partnering with executive leadership to align procurement strategy with enterprise priorities.

This leader is responsible for modernizing the procurement operating model through standardized processes, data-driven decision making, continuous improvement, and the adoption of automation, artificial intelligence, and digital technologies to improve productivity, enhance stakeholder experience, and position Indirect Procurement as a strategic business partner.

You Will

* Develop and execute Grainger's North America Indirect Procurement strategy, aligning sourcing, supplier management, enterprise programs, and procurement priorities with business objectives, financial goals, enterprise risk management, and long-term growth.

* Lead and develop a high-performing procurement organization, providing strategic leadership across Category Management, Procurement Operations, and Enterprise Programs while establishing organizational capability, succession planning, accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement practices.

* Partner with executive…