Sales Accelerator Program

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Location: LAKE FOREST, IL, US,

Work Location Type:Remote

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

Compensation:

This position is hourly. The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $24/hour and $26.44/hour.

Rewards and Benefits:

• 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).

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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 Grainger Sales Accelerator Program is designed to provide a broad learning experience for recent college graduates or early in career aspirants interested in developing into a full-time Sales role. During the program, participants are exposed to an intentional set of learning experiences, including how to acquire new customers, demonstrate the value of Sales & Services functions and selling Grainger’s value to customers.

Team members will have the opportunity to collaborate with multiple parts of the sales organization such as Marketing, Merchandising, Sourcing, eCommerce, Inventory Management and Supplier Management. Gain in-depth knowledge of the business and develop relationships with senior leaders at every juncture. In this role, the GSAP members will be responsible for partnering in market with our Field Account Representatives to provide support with territory planning, contact strategy and identifying and prioritizing growth opportunities at each customer.

The duration of this program is approximately 6 months, and the work location is remote.

This position will start in June 2026

Upon successful completion of the program, you may be required to relocate to continue your Grainger career in an outside field sales territory.

Enrolled in a college or university working towards a Bachelor’s degree graduating between December 2025 and May 2026

This role may include overnight travel (up to 15-20%)

Work location is remote; must have a dedicated workspace free of distractions

No visa sponsor ships provided now or in the future

Have a valid driver's license

Open to relocation

Have a desire to work and perform in a Sales environment

Collaborate in a team environment and participate in end-to-end learning activities

Have a Global mindset to grow in a diverse culture and environment

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