We believe that diverse views and fresh perspectives are the raw material for innovation.
They
lead to smart business decisions. And they're essential to Grainger's growth and success. That's
why we seek talented people from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and points of view.
They get it. And they help us get it done.
Our partnerships include the National Black MBA Association, the National Sales Network and
the Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement. In addition, we offer an INROADS program, as
well as internal diversity mentoring. Also, we partner with military programs, such as career
fairs, to assist our own recruiting efforts and help deploy military talent in other corporations.
We offer abundant opportunity for individuals who have the talent, desire and integrity to
contribute to our growing organization.
VISION
When we say we're "for the ones who get it done," we see Inclusion and Diversity as key to
helping our customers and employees achieve limitless growth. Our vision is to grow profitably
around the globe by drawing on the diverse strengths of our stakeholders.
STRATEGY
The key components of Grainger’s Inclusion and Diversity strategy are:
Inclusive Culture
To foster a work environment in which our diverse stakeholders bring their unique perspectives,
to help Grainger grow profitably.
Talent Management
To expand the range of opportunities that exceeds the aspirations of our diverse employees
across the enterprise.
Strategic Alliances
To create bottom-line value and become the preferred partner for employees, customers,
suppliers and local communities.
Education
To embed diversity and inclusion into every learning opportunity, to enhance cultural
competence and develop high-performing teams.
ORK LIFE
Training and Development
All employees are encouraged to take advantage of the training and development classes
Grainger offers. Since 2001, some 2,300 managers, directors and vice presidents have completed
facilitator-led training.
We also offer numerous programs specific to diversity. Among recent accomplishments:
All leaders and managers participated in diversity training.
We launched an online diversity course, which has been completed by more than 5,000
employees since 2006.
Diversity training is now offered in Grainger's branch network.
Benefits
In addition to highly competitive health benefits and profit sharing, Grainger also offers domestic
partner benefits to eligible employees. We help our employees in still other ways. For example,
we sponsor a free bus shuttle service for employees at our headquarters in Lake Forest, Illinois,
to help with their commute.
SUPPLIER DIVERSITY
Grainger supports the growth and development of minority, women and small businesses. And
we do business with these companies more than ever before. Our comprehensive Supplier
Diversity business strategy helps diverse companies supply products, goods and services to us.
We use these products and services in our own operations as well as market them to customers
through Grainger's many sales channels. > Learn more
BUSINESS RESOURCE GROUPS
Grainger's Business Resource Groups are an inclusive collection of employees who voluntarily
work together to advance our position in the global marketplace by leveraging the unique
perspectives of our people.
Mission
To serve and operate as an empowered, inclusive network of employees under corporate
sponsorship that leverages and shares personal knowledge and experiences to enhance
professional growth, promote multicultural understanding and positively affect Grainger's
bottom line.
Vision
To contribute to Grainger's competitive advantage in the global marketplace by enhancing our
organizational capability, through development of our human capital, diverse leadership
development, targeted market intelligence and community outreach programs.
Groups
The African-American Business Resource Group focuses on developing retention
strategies and targeted coaching and mentoring for members.
The Latino Business Resource Group seeks to create value for Grainger by providing
distinctive recruitment strategies, while providing educational awareness and enrichment
to Latino communities.
The Women's Business Resource Group promotes professional and personal development
of women to take advantage of leadership opportunities.
The Asian/Pacific Islander Business Resource Group focuses on providing resources
geared towards targeting Global Business Development.
The Generational Business Resource Group will focus on leveraging the collectiv
