Branch Sales Associate (Full Time)

Location: GRAND RAPIDS, MI, US, 49548-3437 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, Zoro.com offers customers access to more than 14 million products, and MonotaRO.com offers more than 24 million products. For more information, visit Compensation This position is hourly. The anticipated base pay compensation range for this role is $18.85 to $23.55 per 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). The pay range provided above is not a guarantee of compensation. This range reflects the potential base pay for this role as of the time of 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 As a Branch Sales Associate (full‑time, 1st shift, M‑F) you will provide solutions and easily connect with walk‑in customers by using guidance, knowledge, and a winning attitude. You will maximize sales opportunities, create customer loyalty, and exceed customer expectations. Throughout the day, you will need to shift focus from assisting customers to perform a variety of warehouse tasks. You will report to the Store Manager. You Will Manage the entire customer experience. This includes appropriate product selection, accurate order entry, safely picking product, and safely loading customer vehicle. Look for ways to maximize sales opportunities and encourage customer loyalty. Adapt communication style to differing audiences in email, over phone, or in person. Pick, prepare, and stage will‑call orders/shipping product. Prepare customer backorders and put away other stock received. Help with merchandising and perform showroom replenishment. Perform inventory counts. Learn and easily navigate through different computer systems for customer‑facing and warehouse activities. Perform housekeeping tasks to ensure branch appearance meets Grainger standards. Agree to safety guidelines and comply with all process standards including wearing personal protective equipment. You Have Flexibility to work any time within branch hours of operation. Will safely lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and heavier loads with assistance. Learn and operate powered industrial equipment. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr