Metalworking Specialist

 Work Location Type: Onsite  As a leading industrial distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom, We Keep The World Working® by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. With 2023 sales of $16.5 billion, we're dedicated to providing value for customers, fostering an engaging culture for team members and driving strong financial results. Our welcoming workplace enables you to learn, grow and make a difference by keeping businesses running and their people safe. As a 2024 Glassdoor Best Place to Work and a Great Place to Work-Certifiedâ„¢ company, we're looking for passionate people to join our team as we continue leading the industry over our next 100 years. CompensationThe anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $72,700.00  to $121,100.00.   Rewards and Benefits:With benefits starting on day one, our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet team members' individual needs, including: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.For additional information and details regarding Grainger's benefits, please click on the link below:pay range provided above is not a guarantee of compensation.  The range reflects the potential base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual base pay compensation will depend, in part, on factors such as geographic work location and relevant experience and skills.   The anticipated compensation range described above is subject to change and the compensation ultimately paid may be higher or lower than the range described above. Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law.     Position Details:The Metalworking Specialist is Grainger's expert for machining, welding and grinding. This role conducts onsite assessments that reduce customers' costs while increasing efficiency through the latest technologies and applications. The Metalworking Specialist collaborates with internal sales partners to provide insight and expertise to help our customers.You Will:Reporting to a Regional Metalworking Manager, you will maintain expert knowledge on trends within manufacturing and maintenance industries, training opportunities, and forecasts to understand and respond to changing customer needs.Educate customers on technology and innovation while leading change at customer sites.Partner with Grainger sales teams and key suppliers to influence customer strategy and execution of metalworking sales growth.Perform process and product assessments for customers within metalworking applications.Understand how to document and present value and cost savings to customers.Develop and execute a plan to accomplish sales goals for growth across metalworking products in the territory.Utilize Salesforce to maintain sales data, customer activity details, and document cost savings.You Have:Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in related fieldMinimum of 5 years of experience in the metalworking industry or distributionPrevious field sales experience ideal.Ability to identify and implement improvement opportunitiesProject management knowledgeExperience managing external and internal customer relationshipsPrior success working independently and in a team environment.Experience with Microsoft Office ProgramsCustomer Relationship Management (CRM) software or Salesforce experience ideal.A valid driver's license and ability to travel in the Memphis and Little Rock markets to see customers plus three to four overnights per month.    #LI-onsite#LI-LB1  We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one's employment.  With this in mind, should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance.

Created: 2025-02-20