Bilingual Translation Analyst

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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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The base salary for this role ranges between $ 58,880 - $ 80,960, 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.
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T his role assumes responsibility for developing textual rich content strategies for assigned Grainger product categories. You will research different MRO and work with merchandisers and other in-house product experts to develop plans for using copy to address common customer questions and improve their discovery and selection of products. You are also responsible for implementing the plan by writing and editing copy that is clear and accurate and that follows quality standards and style guidelines.

The Bilingual Translation Analyst will report directly to the Onsite Search & Content Manager and is an affiliated team member of the Grainger Canada Merchandising department.

• Research assigned products to develop an understanding of how they work and how customers use them to ensure an effortless customer selection experience.
• Work with Merchandising Strategy to develop an approach for using textual rich content to inform customers about assigned products and illustrate value of assortment.
• Write product copy that meets publishing standards for print and digital publications by anticipating and addressing common customer questions to help customers make fast purchase decisions.
• Collaborate with partners such as Product Information and Search, Content Strategy, Marketing, and other Publishing teams to ensure that copy produced augments and complements other presentation elements (e.g., product data, photography, and site structure).
• Research and sufficiently document all copy statements to ensure they are supported by manufacturer literature, industry standards, product data, or Merchandising guidance.
• Maintain awareness of competitors' performance to ensure our publications exceed industry standards.
• Maintain clarity and consistency of copy style, ensuring the team's editorial style guide reflects any revisions or additions discussed with the Onsite Search & Content Manager.

• 2–3 years of experience in large, multi-channel organizations.
• Bilingual French/English is required.
• Proven short-form copywriting experience, particularly within the eCommerce space.
• Experience with technical product information and feature-benefit copy principles, and the ability to translate them into concise, customer-friendly language.
• Strong experience with rules of grammar, punctuation, and style.
• Working knowledge of keyword research and basic SEO principles.
• Natural curiosity about how industrial products work.
• Proven success working in teams with dynamic, analytics-driven, multi-channel work environments.
• Understanding of Product Information Management systems and product data management methodologies; experience with Stibo Systems (STEP) is an asset.
• High attention to detail / proven organizational skills.
• Familiarity with product taxonomy research; demonstrated ability to translate research into tactical actions.
• Strong communication skills, detail orientation and business acumen.
• High-level knowledge of the MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) industry and industrial products a strong plus.
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