W.W. Grainger, Inc.
- Employees in region:
- 3,560
- Sector:
- Distribution, Logistics, & Freight
- HQ location:
- Lake Forest, IL
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About W.W. Grainger, Inc.
Grainger is a global business-to-business distributor of maintenance, repair and operating products. Grainger's 2010 global sales totaled $7.2 billion. By partnering with 3,000 manufacturers, we offer customers in 157 countries access to a million products needed to keep their facilities running. Our customers range from start-up to large businesses and include public and private enterprises. We serve all industries including manufacturing, healthcare, government, and hospitality. To better meet customers' needs, we also offer complementary services like sustainability/green retrofit, safety, and inventory management solutions.
In the U.S., Grainger serves 1.7 million customers through 402 branches, 14 distribution centers, and various websites. We provide 98% of U.S. customers with next day order delivery. Throughout our 85 year history, Grainger has focused on providing excellent service to customers. Every day our team members live our Performance Drivers by Wowing the Customer, Having a Winning Attitude, Driving for the Best Results, Making the Team Better and Leading the Way.
What employees say
“The integrity and balance between doing the right thing for the company and the right thing for society. ”
“I feel challenged at what I do, I feel appreciated for what I do, and Grainger allows me to work flexible hours so that I can achieve the perfect work/home life balance. ”
“I am well compensated for a job that best utilizes my skills and abilities.”
“I feel Grainger cares about its employees and wants to see them excel, regardless of what position the have with the company.”
“I am involved in making decisions and my opinion truly matters. You are not always right but your point of view is always heard. ”
“She brings earned experience to the position instead of longevity. I respect her because of her business experience, knowledge and intelligence.”
“The company has such a little portion of the market which means growth is limitless. They are so successful now even with only 5% of the market. ”
“He identifies the best opportunities and does what is necessary to be successful at them. ”
