Account Manager, Manufacturing

Account Manager, Manufacturing

Date: May 16, 2026

Location: MADISON, WI, US, 53714-3107

Company: Grainger Businesses

Work Location Type: Hybrid Req Number 329895 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 The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $62,300.00 – $103,900.00. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to % or $ $27,200.00, 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: 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.

Position Details: Account Managers will produce positive sales growth for a specific geography or vertical market with an average of 20-25 current accounts and average of $2.5M to $3M dollars annually. Use Grainger's Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Salesforce, to perform all the aspects of business daily. You will report to the District Sales Manager of Manufacturing. You Will: Understand customer goals and remain alert and responsive to changing customer needs Demonstrate knowledge of market data and access to resources to quickly respond to new developments in the customer's business Oversee support of managed inventory tasks to guide greater understanding of the customers, increase contacts within the customer group and increase sales results. Understand Grainger's Value Proposition by providing solutions to grow profitable sales Develop account penetration strategies to include regular business reviews for essential customers to maximize sales

You Have: High School Diploma/GED 3+ years direct outside sales experience Sales forecasting opportunity management and customer planning Travel required to each customer within aligned market at least once per month, or more frequently where needed Process discipline, ability to align planning goals with a pipeline development process to grow market revenue Ability to utilize sales process to uncover customer objections/concerns, and determine appropriate solutions