Inside Sales Account Representative - Lake Forest, IL

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Location: LAKE FOREST, IL, US,

Work Location Type:
Hybrid

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

Compensation:

This position is hourly. The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $45,300.00 – $67,900.00. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to $18,000, 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.

Training:

After training you will get to pick a preferred schedule with a start time between 7AM – 5 PM your hybrid schedule will start [THU/F work from home, M/W/T in office). You can choose to work from the office 5 days a week if that is your preference.

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).

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 Inside Sales Account Representative is the primary liaison between Grainger and customers located throughout the United States and will report to an Inside Sales Manager. This role executes the sales process by deepening customer relationships, uncovering needs and purchasing drivers, identifying solutions, and looking for ways to add value resulting in profitable sales volume growth and increased share of wallet.

Account portfolios are expected to meet or exceed established sales goals within an assigned Customer Service Group (CSG).

The start date for this position will be January 4th, 2027

The hybrid schedule will start once on-site training is complete.

You will work in a team-oriented sales-center environment, to establish, cultivate and build relationships with Grainger customers. Your focus will be to grow revenue on a book of business through strategic sales opportunities using Grainger’s essential selling skills, exceptional…