WW Grainger

Manager, Digital & Mid-Size Customer

WW Grainger$112K — $188K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required
  • 5+ years in customer strategy or related business roles
  • Proficient in using data for insights and recommendations
  • Ability to translate strategies into actionable tactics for growth
  • Experience in cross-functional collaboration within matrixed organizations
  • Skilled in creating business cases and executive communications

Responsibilities

  • Conduct customer and market analysis to identify growth opportunities
  • Translate insights into actionable recommendations for improvements
  • Build business cases highlighting revenue impact and ROI
  • Design test plans for growth opportunities with clear metrics
  • Monitor performance and propose improvements for better outcomes
  • Create presentations that clarify problems and proposed actions
  • Coordinate implementation with various departments for assigned initiatives

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance with coverage starting on day one
  • 18 paid time off days plus 6 company holidays annually
  • 6% company contribution to 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, and financial counseling
  • Maternity support programs and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents
Full Job Description
Work Location Type: Hybrid

Req Number 332362

Compensation

The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $112,900.00 - $188,100.00. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 15 % 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:
  • 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.


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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.

Position Details
The Manager, Digital & Mid-Sized Customers develops insights, recommendations and execution plans that support Grainger's digital-first and mid-sized customer growth strategy. This role uses customer, market, digital, commercial, and financial data to identify opportunities to improve revenue growth, profitability, margin, retention, and customer experience for digital-first and mid-sized customers.

The Manager leads defined workstreams within the mid-sized customer roadmap, including research, analysis, recommendation development, test design, and implementation planning. This role develops recommends and supports execution on actions related to pricing, assortment, digital experience, service model, and commercial capabilities, and escalates tradeoffs that require broader prioritization or investment decisions.

This is a hybrid position that is based in Lake Forest or Chicago 3 days a week.

You will report to the Vice President, Digital & Mid-Sized Customers.

You Will
  • Conduct customer, market, competitive, digital, and financial analysis to identify growth opportunities within digital-first and mid-sized customer.
  • Translate customer insights into recommendations for offer improvements across pricing, assortment, digital experience, service model, and commercial capabilities.
  • Build business cases for defined initiatives, including expected impact on revenue, margin, retention, customer behavior, and return on investment.
  • Design test-and-learn plans for assigned growth opportunities, including hypotheses, customer populations, success metrics, execution requirements, and measurement approach.
  • Monitor performance of assigned initiatives and identify actions needed to improve customer and financial outcomes.
  • Create materials that explain the customer problem, business opportunity, proposed action, expected impact, and decision needed.
  • Coordinate implementation details with Sales, Marketing, Merchandising, Technology, Supply Chain, Finance, and Analytics teams for assigned initiatives.
  • Identify barriers to execution within assigned workstreams and escalate decisions related to funding, sequencing, resourcing, prioritization or ownership.


You Have
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required
  • 5+ years of experience in customer strategy, digital strategy, growth strategy, go-to-market strategy, commercial strategy, consulting, analytics, marketing, sales strategy, merchandising, or related business roles required. required
  • Experience using customer, market, digital, operational, or financial data to develop insights and recommendations.
  • Experience translating strategies into tactics that improve revenue growth, profitability, customer engagement, retention, or customer experience.
  • Experience working cross-functionally in a matrixed organization to support execution of strategic initiatives and business priorities.
  • Experience developing business cases, conducting analysis, and creating presentations, dashboards, and business communications that support decision-making and test-and-learn initiatives.

About WW Grainger

W.W. Grainger (NYSE: GWW), with 2008 sales of $6.9 billion, is the leading broad-line supplier of facilities maintenance products serving businesses and institutions in the United States, Canada, Mexico, China, India and Panama. Through a highly integrated network including nearly 600 branches, 18 distribution centers and multiple Web sites, Grainger's employees help customers get the job done, saving them time and money by having the right products to keep their facilities running.

WW Grainger Careers

Join the dynamic team at WW Grainger, a leading broad line supplier of maintenance, repair, and operating products, where job opportunities abound in an environment ripe with innovation and leadership. At WW Grainger, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that values diversity and encourages professional growth through comprehensive diversity training and leadership development.

Work You’ll Do

At WW Grainger, you’ll be part of a robust team that’s dedicated to excellence. Whether you’re looking to start your career through our internship programs or seeking to advance as a seasoned professional, WW Grainger offers a path filled with opportunities for growth and learning. Our team members are equipped with the skills needed to lead industries and drive innovation at every level of the company.

Explore Job Opportunities and Employment

WW Grainger is not just hiring; we are building a future. Explore the numerous job opportunities across various departments where you can put your skills to test and contribute to our mission. From positions in supply chain management to customer service, technology to sales, WW Grainger seeks passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players.

Innovate and Lead

Join a company where innovation is at the core of our business strategy. WW Grainger’s leadership in the industry is enhanced by our commitment to innovation and continuous improvement. Our employees are encouraged to think big and act boldly, driving change that influences the entire market.

Career Development and Benefits

Invest in your future with WW Grainger’s unmatched career development programs. Go as far as your ambition takes you with near-limitless opportunities to advance your career supported by extensive training, development, and certification support. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families.

Internship Programs and Entry-Level Positions

Kickstart your career with WW Grainger through our internship programs or entry-level positions. Gain hands-on experience, build your resume, and make invaluable networking connections that will pave the way for a successful career. Our internships provide a unique insight into the workings of a major company and serve as a gateway to full-time employment.

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Learn more about WW Grainger
Size
22,700 employees
Market Cap
$28.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$695 million
Founded
1927
5 Year Trend
+5.1%
Revenue
$11.7 billion
NASDAQ

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