Buyer, Lighting & Energy Projects

Work Location Type: Remote

Req Number 326402

W.W. Grainger, Inc., is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products and solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. Known for its commitment to service and award-winning culture, the Company had 2024 revenue of $17.2 billion across its two business models.

In the High‑Touch Solutions segment, Grainger offers approximately 2 million maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and services, including technical support and inventory management. In the Endless Assortment segment,  offers customers access to more than 14 million products, and  offers more than 24 million products. For more information, visit

Compensation

The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $72,500.00 to $.

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.

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The 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.

Responsible for executing and supporting project quoting and buying activities related to customer bids and orders within technical Lighting and Energy Product Categories. Collaborates with internal team members and external suppliers to source, cost, procure and track materials needed to complete and win projects. The key objective of this position is to understand cost drivers of projects; provide competitive costing/pricing of materials;

facilitate orders; monitor deliveries for projects while ensuring a high degree of customer satisfaction; resulting in the generation of profit for the organization and repeat business from the customer.

• Utilize Lighting & Energy technical product category and buying expertise to ensure quality of the solution and project profitability to support Customer project solutions.
• Review Project Bill of Materials (BOMs) and documents; consult with team members regarding defined customer requirements and expected performance standards; research alternatives, when needed.
• Utilize various Grainger systems and solicit cost support from vendors, when necessary to determine the lowest possible cost of the materials.
• Create and submit accurate and thorough Project Proposals against tight deadlines established by customers and internal partners.
• Review customer’s awarded Project BOM; check stocking levels and item status; divide BOM to achieve the best possible cost/lead time; enter customer order(s) into Grainger systems.
• Work with manufacturers directly to obtain promised ship dates; establish the best…