Senior Executive Assistant I
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 $73,400.00–$97,800.00. The range reflects the potential base pay for this role at the time of posting based on the job grade. Individual base pay will depend on geographic work location and relevant experience and skills. The range is subject to change, and compensation ultimately paid may be higher or lower.
Benefits
With benefits starting on day one, programs include:
- 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
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic and operational support to Group Vice Presidents (Group VP), serving as a trusted advisor to senior leaders
- Manage the Group VP leader's time through strategic calendar management and scheduling, proactively identifying opportunities to optimize the leader's focus on strategic priorities
- Partner with senior leaders and lead improvements across the department to improve operational efficiency
- Act as liaison in business communications; manage high-level correspondence and internal and external engagements
- Lead planning and execution of large-scale functional events
- Coordinate strategic initiatives and cross-functional projects
- Involve in planning long or short-term business objectives
- Proactively identify priorities and drive alignment across departments
- Support strategic initiatives and internal communications
- Manage departmental systems and expense tracking, including generating routine and ad-hoc reports to support operational efficiency and budget oversight
- Build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- May indirectly lead other administrative business partners within the department
- Demonstrate deep understanding of department and business operations in addition to working cross-functionally to carry out significant assignments
- Apply strong emotional intelligence and sound judgment in handling sensitive communications; represent the Group VP in internal and external communications
- Compose materials from rough notes or independent knowledge of circumstances; work independently on a range of complex tasks
Requirements
- 5+ years of administrative experience
- Experience supporting multiple executive leaders and/or departments
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Strong organization, written, and verbal communication skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities
- Proven skill in independently prioritizing complex tasks and adapting to shifting demands