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Work Location Type: Hybrid Req Number 331978 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. For more information, visit<a href="http://www.grainger.com"> www.grainger.com.  </a> Compensation The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $67,300.00 – $112,200.00. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 5 % or $ , 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: <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">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.</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">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.</li> </ul> For additional information and details regarding Grainger’s benefits, please click on the link below: <a style="color:#467886;text-decoration:underline" href="https://experience100.ehr.com/grainger/Home/Tools-Resources/Key-Resources/New-Hire">https://experience100.ehr.com/grainger/Home/Tools-Resources/Key-Resources/New-Hire</a> 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. Analyst, Storage Engineering This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship now or in the future. Individuals requiring sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) should not apply. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position. Position Details The Analyst, Storage Engineering partners with multiple business functions to gather inputs, criteria, and desired outcomes to deliver analytics and recommendations used during distribution center construction, expansion of existing sites, and improvements to existing buildings. You will work collaboratively with DC and Branch Operations, Network Strategy, Supply Chain Optimization, and Inventory Management to ensure analytics from all teams guide decisions that support the design and build of the Grainger distribution network. You will report to the Manager, Storage Engineering Design & Optimization. This position is Hybrid requiring up to 75% travel and presence onsite at either the Lake Forest, IL headquarters or at one of our Distribution Centers across the United States. Distribution Center locations include the following: Southaven, Mississippi Macedonia, Ohio Roanoke, Texas Fountain Inn, South Carolina Jacksonville, Florida Kansas City, Missouri Minooka, Illinois Patterson, California Bordentown, New Jersey Denver, Colorado Plymouth, Minnesota Tukwila, Washington Louisville, Kentucky Gresham, Oregon Houston, Texas Mira Loma, California You Will <table class="MsoNormalTable" style="width:100%;height:285.81px" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr style="height:52.3295px"> <td style="width:467.0pt;border:solid white 1.0pt;background-color:white;padding:1.0pt 1.0pt 2.0pt 1.0pt" valign="top"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Analyze operational and storage data to identify trends, diagnose capacity constraints, and develop recommendations that improve storage utilization, throughput, and network performance.</li> </ul> </td> </tr> <tr style="height:52.3295px"> <td style="width:467.0pt;border:solid white 1.0pt;border-top:none;background-color:white;padding:1.0pt 1.0pt 2.0pt 1.0pt" valign="top"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to understand business needs, gather requirements, and build analytical solutions that support distribution center design and optimization.</li> </ul> </td> </tr> <tr style="height:52.3295px"> <td style="width:467.0pt;border:solid white 1.0pt;border-top:none;background-color:white;padding:1.0pt 1.0pt 2.0pt 1.0pt" valign="top"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Translate complex analyses into clear, actionable insights by validating data, challenging assumptions, and communicating recommendations that enable informed business decisions.</li> </ul> </td> </tr> <tr style="height:128.821px"> <td style="width:467.0pt;border:solid white 1.0pt;border-top:none;background-color:white;padding:1.0pt 1.0pt 2.0pt 1.0pt" valign="top"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to optimize processes, standardize best practices, and improve storage efficiency and product flow across the network.</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Manage work with ownership and accountability, balancing multiple priorities while delivering accurate, timely results that support planning and operational objectives.</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Support strategic operational and supply chain projects by applying analytical thinking, business acumen, and collaborative problem-solving during facility startups, expansions, and storage reconfiguration efforts.</li> </ul> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> You Have <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field.</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">2+ years related Analytics experience.</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Project management skills to manage resources, purchase supplies, and execute tasks within budget.</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Ability to find creative solutions on small to medium size complex projects.</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Partner with peers and leaders on developing recommendations based on business context and data analysis.</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Proficiency in Snowflake, Power BI, SQL, Access, Excel, and PowerPoint. Exposure to warehouse management systems preferred.</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Up to 75% travel within Canada, Mexico, and the United States. Other international travel, as necessary. </li> </ul> We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one’s employment, should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, including, but not limited to use of our website, any part of the application, interview or hiring process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance.

Analyst, Storage Engineering (LAKE FOREST, IL, US, 60045-5202)