Branch Sales Associate (Full-Time) Portland, OR

Branch Sales Associate (Full-Time) Portland, OR

Date: Oct 16, 2026

Location: Portland, OR, US, 97217-3915

Company: Grainger Businesses

Work Location Type: 6335 N Basin Ave. Portland, OR 97217 Req Number 335182

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

Compensation The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $20-25/hr. 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.

Position Details As a Branch Sales Associate, 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 Branch Manager. NOTE: the targeted start date for this position is January 3, 2027 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.