Branch Sales Associate (Part-Time 20) Sioux Falls, SD

Work Location: 500 E. 50th N, Sioux Falls, SD

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.

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire customer experience: 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

Requirements

• Flexibility to work any time within branch hours of operation
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and heavier loads with assistance
• Ability to learn and operate powered industrial equipment

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment
• 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support emotional wellbeing
• 9 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date)
• 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required