Working at Grainger Industrial Supply in Lake Forest, IL: 6 Employee Job Reviews by Real Employee working in Lake Forest, IL Area

"I worked for W.W.Grainger as a Financial Analyst Intern. Through their internship program, I got to hone my analytical and quantitative skills. I worked on various projects, networked with professionals and learned a lot about their company culture. Overall, I had a great experience with the company."

"I've worked at Grainger for nearly 14 years and have had many opportunities to grow as a finance professional. The company is in the MRO distribution business with approximately 20K employees worldwide and $12B in annual revenue. I have supported senior leaders in the organization and led the finance organization for one of its international subsidiaries. It will be hard to leave after so many years of service but am ready my next opportunity to continue on in my career."

"Company was great. Manager was new to the ecommerce arena and ineffective."

What do you like about working at Grainger Industrial Supply?

"Good culture. Nice atmosphere. Folk are nice and a lot of good team efforts."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Dont go into the ecommerce team. Best Place to Work award it self proclaimed."

What don't you like about working at Grainger Industrial Supply?

"Manager was new and they promoted on seniority and not talent or work accomplishments."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Do not promote based on seniority. Look at your manager's evaluations and history."

What do you like about working at Grainger Industrial Supply?

"$"

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Good luck"

What don't you like about working at Grainger Industrial Supply?

"conservative culture"

What suggestions do you have for management?

"it works for them..."