Strategic Account Executive

Grainger Canada; London; Ibrido; CAD 127.000 - 175.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

PTO & holidays

Life insurance

Assistance program

Retirement plan

Education support

Descrizione del lavoro

Grainger Canada is hiring a Strategic Account Executive to retain, penetrate, and manage a portfolio of strategic customer accounts representing approximately $20M–$40M in annual revenue. You will build headquarters and site-specific relationships, drive contract compliance, and partner with Grainger Global Export for North American or global approaches.

You will lead cross-functional teams to coordinate resources, align programs with customer objectives, and ensure successful execution of

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Master's degree is preferred.
• 5+ years of sales performance selling a structural value proposition.
• 3+ years selling at a national level.

Mansioni

• Develop and execute strategic account plans for annual and multi-year growth.
• Create and maintain a relationship plan with field and corporate leadership.
• Establish contact maps and strategic account plans to guide field execution.
• Build relationships with senior stakeholders and executive sponsors.
• Coordinate cross-functional resources to support successful execution of customer agreements.
• Develop measurable, value-added programs aligning customer objectives with Grainger's value proposition.
• Provide leadership to optimize revenue and earnings for the company.
• Share best practices and mentor account teams on strategic initiatives.

Conoscenze

Drives Profitable Growth

Closes Through Logical Steps

Influencing Without Authority

Expansion Through Account Penetration

Formazione

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Descrizione del lavoro

Work Location Type

This is a hybrid position that can be based out of any WFS location (Windsor, London, Thornhill, ON)

About Grainger

W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America and Japan. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.6 million customers worldwide with maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and value-added solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer expertise. Known for its commitment to service and purpose-driven culture, the Company reported 2025 revenue of $17.9 billion. For more information, visitwww.grainger.com.

Compensation

The base salary for this role ranges between $88,960 - $122,320, with eligibility for an incentive target of $25,200.00 which is contingent upon achieving both individual and company performance objectives.

The pay range above is not a guarantee of compensation but reflects the potential total compensation for this role at the time of this posting based on the assigned job grade. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as geographic work location, relevant experience and individual skills. The stated range is a reasonable estimate and may change over time; final compensation may fall above or below the range provided. Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or discontinue its compensation and benefits programs at any time, in accordance with applicable law.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Position Details

The Strategic Account Executive is responsible for retaining, penetrating, and managing a portfolio of strategic customer accounts representing approximately $20 million to $40 million in annual revenue. This role develops headquarters and site-specific relationships to drive contract compliance and partnership expansion and to ensure WFS becomes the organization's primary maintenance, repair, and operations provider. The role negotiates profitable business and ensures the implementation of and compliance with agreements by the customer, field-based sales resources, and WFS resources. This role may partner with Grainger Global Export to develop a North American or global approach to addressing the customer's maintenance, repair, and operations needs.

You Will

• Develop and execute strategic account plans that support annual and multi-year customer growth objectives for the accomplishment of company sales, profitability and related service objectives.
• Create and maintain a proficient relationship plan with field and corporate leadership.
• Establish contact maps for the customer’s organization, as well as a strategic account plan designed to provide direction to the field in support of corporate and site-level execution.
• Build relationships with key customer stakeholders, including senior leaders and executive sponsors as appropriate.
• Partner across the organization to coordinate cross-functional resources to support successful execution of customer agreements and strategic initiatives, including but not limited to: inventory alignment, reporting, service-level standards, customer experience, contract compliance, pricing, implementation and enablement, coverage, e-procurement and inventory management.
• Develop and ensure the implementation of measurable, value-added programs that align the customer’s business objectives with our core value proposition.
• Provide visible leadership and facilitation of the sales management process to create improved revenues and earnings for the company.
• Provide guidance and share best practices with account teams and business partners on strategic and tactical implementation of customer-specific market plans while providing feedback for their professional development.

You Have

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Master's Degree preferred
• 5+ years Sales performance selling a structural value proposition required
• 3+ years Selling at a national level required
• Drives Profitable Growth
• Closes Through Logical Steps
• Proven ability to build relationships, stakeholder management and influencing without authority.
• Maximizes Contract Value by Owning Execution
• Inspires Accountability and Teamwork
• Prioritizes Work Through Logical Analysis
• Expansion Through Account Penetration
• Makes Joint Calls

Rewards And Benefits

Our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet your individual needs. Check out some of the benefits available to you with Grainger (may vary based on hours worked):

• Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Paid time off (PTO) and up to 12 company holidays per year (dependent on home province)
• Life insurance coverage, including spousal and dependent life insurance.
• Employee Family Assistance Program to help team members with physical, emotional, mental, financial and other concerns
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan & Defined Contribution Pension Plan to help you save for your financial future
• Educational & Professional Membership Fee Assistance program
• Employee discounts, team member perks and more!

DEI Statement

We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't perfectly match this job post as you may still be the right candidate for this role or others. We aspire to create a culture where everyone is comfortable being who they are, can learn and grow to realize their full potential, and is recognized and rewarded for their impact.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability. Should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, please advise us so we can provide appropriate assistance.

Pre-employment background checks are required for all external candidates. Internal candidates undergo a background check when they move from a non-driving role to a driving role.