Inventory Specialist

Grainger

Inventory Specialist responsible for customer inventory management services at Grainger. Collaborating with customers on their specific inventory processes and improving operational efficiency.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeMapleton • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $23 - $29 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in inventory management and customer service, ensuring effective stock levels and seamless integration of inventory processes. Proven ability to provide specialized reports and quotes while maintaining strong customer relationships.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Inventory ManagementCustomer ServiceProduct ProcurementWarehouse Environment ExperienceProblem Resolution

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Hard Skills

Inventory Management ServicesKeepStock ProgramsCrib ManagementProduct SearchQuote Generation

Soft Skills

Customer Loyalty PromotionProblem Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Industry Keywords

Indirect InventoryWarehouse OperationsCustomer Integration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with the customer to provide Grainger inventory management services aligned with the Grainger or customer's internal processes on the customer's site.
Work as a dedicated customer service resource in consideration of a specific customer and manage indirect inventory at the customer's location.
Manage and stock customer's inventory levels for Grainger and Non Grainger inventory through KeepStock programs and Crib management.
Support the customer's inventory management and product procurement processes by managing the daily integration of all in-direct inventory into the customer's product processes.
Provide excellent customer service by resolving problems promptly in a manner to retain and promote customer loyalty.
Perform product search and select activity directly with customer in-house for end-users.
Provide quotes based on customer request.
Provide specialized reports requested by the customer.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or equivalent
3+ years of experience in related field or equivalent
Lift 25 to 60lbs
Willing to work in a warehouse environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your 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.