Human Resources Generalist

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 maintenances, repair and operating (MRO) products and services, including technical support and inventory management. In the Endless Assortment segment,Zoro.comoffers customers access to more than 14 million products, andMonotaRO.comoffers more than 24 million products. For more information, visitwww.grainger.com.

Compensation

The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is$71,800.00 to$119,600.00.

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.

For additional information and details regarding Grainger's benefits, please click on the link below:

https://experience100.ehr.com/grainger/Home/Tools-Resources/Key-Resources/New-Hire

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 Human Resources Generalist serves as an HR Business Partner to team members and leaders in Grainger's corporate Supply Chain organization. Reporting directly to the Senior Human Resources Manager, the Human Resources Generalist supports initiatives such as building talent, engaging team members, leader effectiveness, change projects, enhancing culture and improving performance.The Human Resources Generalist works hybrid, with an expectation to spend 2-3 days per week in a Grainger office.This position is based in Lake Forest, IL, with the flexibility to work from Grainger's Chicago office location in the Mart a percentage of the time if desired.

You Will

• Support the execution of cyclical HR activities such as talent reviews, calibration sessions, annual compensation review processes, engagement surveys and organizational changes
• Generate standard and ad hoc reporting using various HR systems
• Collaborate with HR Center of Excellence partners to bring relevant HR information to Supply Chain team members and leaders
• Implement HR processes, programs and policies that support our talent strategy\
• Coach front line managers to make the right decisions when it comes to people and talent
• Facilitate people process improvements within the HR function and across the Supply Chain organization.
• Participate in projects across the broader Supply Chain, Operations and Customer Experience HR team

You Have

• Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) or equivalent
• A degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent progressive experience
• 5+ years of experience in related field, working knowledge of HR practices
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to draw conclusions and tell a story through data; experience with SAP SuccessFactors and Power BI is a plus
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong ability to manage confidential information, influence, think strategically, diagnose and solve problems
• Ability to prioritize work independently in a rapidly changing environment, manage stakeholder expectations and build trusted relationships
• Commitment to highest quality of service and continuous improvement

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.