Turmoil and no job security. Just don't. - Inside Sales Representative Grainger Employee Review

1.0
19 Mar 2018
Recommend
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Pros

Can't think of one at this point. Based on the mass closures and layoffs/terminations, I don't expect they will be much of a player for much longer. Wouldn't be surprised to see all of the branches closed in the near future and Canadian customers will be serviced out of the US. Don't believe me? Call in and the chances are you will be speaking with someone in Phoenix that doesn't know that Edmonton and Toronto are more than a two hour drive apart and that people in Vancouver don't live in igloos. Disgusted to see what has become of this company in the last 2-1/2 years.

Cons

More than 100 branch closures in the last year. Pay is poor based on competitors. A large number of tenured and hard working employees have jumped ship (or been cast aside) leaving inexperienced and unmotivated people to try and provide services. Angry and dissatisfied customers are a constant. You are just a number. Never forget that. They won't and will treat you as such. No room for advancement. At all. None. Reports and more reports. If you are an account manager, be prepared to spend a lot of time working at home telling your boss what you were doing all day.

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5.0
1 June 2026
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Pros

My teammates and leader help me get to where I am today. This company inspired me to help others and motivated my coworkers. The benefit, PTO and the people here what make me thrive working my career here at Grainger.

Cons

No Con about working Grainger.

5.0
19 May 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great team, competitive pay, and excellent benefits. Grainger truly invests in its employees' growth—I've been able to work toward finishing my college degree while participating in incredible internal initiatives like the Mentor Program, PDP (Professional Development Program), and the Elevate Badging program. There are so many career advancement opportunities here; the only limit is what you place on yourself. Additionally, the culture is highly inclusive. Employees across different departments and regions genuinely support and help one another.

Cons

With so many programs and opportunities available, it can sometimes be a challenge to balance daily responsibilities with professional development, but it is entirely manageable with good time management.

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