Grainger · 6 hours ago
Executive Assistant
Lake Forest, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$29.71/hr - $49.47/hr
3+ years expGrainger is a leading broad line distributor serving over 4.5 million customers worldwide. The Executive Assistant will serve as a key administrative partner to Vice Presidents, managing calendars, coordinating meetings, and supporting internal and external communications.
HospitalityIndustrialManufacturingOffice SuppliesSupply Chain Management
Responsibilities
Manage leaders’ calendars, prioritize meeting requests, and coordinate meeting logistics
Coordinate travel and itineraries for the leader and their team, as needed
Anticipates needs and streamlines processes for aligned VPs
Prepares reports, communications, and presentation materials
Manages department events and employee engagement activities, including managing logistics such as venue, food, and onsite support
Partner with stakeholders and other departments to support business operations
Serve as a liaison between the VP and internal/external stakeholders
Manage departmental systems and expense tracking, including generating routine reports to support operational efficiency and budget oversight
Plays a key role in onboarding and backup support for other admins
Demonstrates knowledge of business operations and supports process improvements
Qualification
Required
3+ years of administrative experience
Experience supporting multiple executive leaders and/or departments
High School Diploma or equivalent
Strong organizational and communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
High attention to detail and strong customer service orientation
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage starts on day one of employment.
Access to up to 50% of your paycheck based on hours worked before payday.
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, parental leave, and other benefits.
Safety shoes provided (where applicable).
Company
Grainger
As a leading business-to-business organization, more than 4.5 million customers worldwide rely on Grainger for products in categories such as safety, material handling and metalworking, along with services like inventory management and technical support.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (38)
2024 (26)
2023 (15)
2022 (28)
2021 (14)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
D. G. Macpherson
Chief Executive Officer
Nancy Berardinelli-Krantz
Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer
Recent News
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