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W.W. Grainger

Industrial MRO supplier offering inventory management

Executive Sales Administrative Assistant

Executive SupportPosted on Nov 10
Full-timeIllinois, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 7 years of experience supporting senior management or C-suite leaders.
  • A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience is required; a bachelor's degree is preferred.
  • Experience communicating essential information concisely in writing and verbally.
  • Ability to proofread documents for correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
  • An anticipatory approach and experience managing complex administrative details and determining appropriate actions in non-routine situations.
  • Detailed knowledge of business operations, organizations, and relationships across various management levels.
  • At least 3 years of experience improving operational efficiency.
  • Ability to learn multiple software programs; experience with reporting automation tools is helpful.
  • Availability to travel approximately 10% annually.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the business leader’s calendar through strategic scheduling, meeting coordination, and proactive time management.
  • Partner with the leader to anticipate challenges and drive solutions and process improvements.
  • Coordinate meeting logistics, including agenda creation, content preparation, note-taking, and follow-up actions.
  • Oversee domestic and international travel arrangements, ensuring that documentation and logistics are in place.
  • Compose, edit, and distribute reports, presentations, and internal communications.
  • Maintain department resources, including supplies, budgets, and digital platforms such as Teams and SharePoint.
  • Support team operations by assisting with onboarding and offboarding, participating in projects, and providing backup for administrative peers.
  • Adapt to evolving business needs, including in-office presence, shifting team support, and occasional overtime.

Desired Qualifications

  • A bachelor's degree.
  • Experience with reporting automation tools.

About the Company

W.W. Grainger

Industrial MRO supplier offering inventory management

Grainger provides maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) products to businesses and institutions worldwide. Its two-pronged approach combines High-Touch Solutions with inventory management and technical support, and Endless Assortment through online marketplaces like Zoro and MonotaRO for a broad digital catalog. The company leverages a strong supply chain and e-commerce to stock and deliver safety, power tools, lighting, and other facility maintenance items to more than 4 million customers. Its aim is to help customers efficiently source and manage MRO needs at scale across industries including manufacturing, healthcare, and government.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Douglasville, GA
Founded
1927

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