Mgr, Human Resources (Technology Group)

Work Location Type: Hybrid

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.

Pay

The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $103,600.00 – $172,600.00. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 15%, 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. This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship now or in the future.

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
• 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

About the role

As the Human Resources Manager supporting the Grainger Technology Group (GTG), you will serve as a strategic partner to leaders across a broad and evolving technology organization. You will translate GTG’s business and technology priorities into people, organization, and talent strategies that strengthen leadership capability, align talent with future needs, increase internal mobility, and enable teams to deliver with greater speed, clarity, and accountability.

This role will support leaders across technology functions—including Product Engineering, Infrastructure and Platform Engineering, Architecture, Data and Analytics, Machine Learning, Information Security, and Business Systems—while partnering across HR to deliver an inclusive and high-performing team member experience.

Responsibilities

• Translate business needs into human resource plans and programs
• Identify and assess human resource needs in designated departments
• Collaborate with human resource "centers of excellence" (i.e. Total Rewards, Talent Development, Talent Acquisition, Organization Effectiveness)
• Provide expertise in areas of human capital such as employee development, performance, talent acquisition, inclusion and diversity, and total rewards
• Partner with leaders to develop organization structure and job design based on work processes
• Provide guidance to leaders on performance management tools within specific departments in partnership with team member relations advisors
• Ensure appropriate learning and growth opportunities are identified and acted on for individuals and teams
• Coach the business through the appropriate change management steps to ensure successful execution of important projects
• Coach leaders to improve engagement and create a great experience for Grainger team members
• Drive process and clarity for all key HR processes; communicate in the business to achieve the desired process outcomes
• Participate in interviews for key roles

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent professional work experience required
• 5+ years progressive Human Resource management required
• Influencing and facilitating skills, which surface differing viewpoints and result in the best course of actions
• Understanding of organization dynamics and ability to navigate appropriate channels
• Success managing projects