Analyst, Supply Chain Rotational Development Program - Bordentown, NJ

W. W. Grainger; Bordentown (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO 18 days per year and holidays

6% 401(k) match

Job summary

W. W. Grainger, Inc. invites applicants for the Analyst, Supply Chain Rotational Development Program in Bordentown, NJ. The program features three one-year rotations across Supply Chain, Operations and Customer Experience, with opportunities to lead teams and cross-functional projects.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree, a 3.0+ GPA, and experience with SQL, Python, R, and Power BI. Strong MS Office and data analytics skills are expected; travel up to 10% is possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with preference in business, supply chain management, engineering, mathematics, or related fields.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher required.
• Experience with data analysis tools and techniques (SQL, Python, R, Power BI or similar) through coursework, internships, or projects.
• Intermediate MS Office skills are required.
• Exposure to predictive analytics, optimization and AI in supply chain decision-making is desirable.
• Experience with large datasets, cloud data platforms or automation tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in three one-year rotations across Supply Chain, Operations and Customer Experience.
• Lead or participate in cross-functional projects to reduce costs or improve service.
• Develop data analytics to measure KPIs, identify opportunities and quantify impact using SQL, Python, and visualization tools.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand end-to-end supply chain processes and drive improvements.
• Work in a multi-shift environment and interface with a distributed team; travel up to 10%.

Skills

Data analytics

SQL

Python

R

Power BI

MS Office

Snowflake

Business Objects

SAP

Education

Bachelor’s degree

GPA 3.0+

Expected graduation Dec 2026/Jun 2027

Tools

Snowflake

Power BI

Business Objects

SAP

Job description

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Analyst, Supply Chain Rotational Development Program - Bordentown, NJ

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, visit www.grainger.com.

Compensation

The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $65,000 – $75,000. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 5% or $3,750, based on the achievement of individual and company performance objectives in accordance with the current terms of the incentive program which are subject to change.

Rewards and Benefits

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.

For additional information and details regarding Grainger’s benefits, please click on the link below:

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.

The Supply Chain Rotational Development Program (SCRDP) is a three-year rotational program which will equip participants with the experiences, knowledge, and skills necessary to understand how Grainger’s supply chain organization delivers values to our customers. Participants will gain experiences in business analytics, continuous improvement principles & practices, and leading teams in front-line supply chain operations to accelerate their development.

Participants will complete 3 one-year rotations which are designed to enhance the technical and leadership skills needed to lead supply chain operations. Rotations include but are not limited to:

• Inventory Planning
• Transportation

You Will:

• Have the opportunity to rotate across three Supply Chain, Operations, and Customer Experience functions during the program.
• Learn and understand the interactions between key end-to-end Supply Chain, Operations, and Customer Experience functions and apply learnings to assist with key business initiatives.
• Lead a group of up to 25 distribution center team members to drive operational excellence and support Grainger’s mission to “keep the world working”.
• Lead or participate in cross-functional projects designed to reduce operational costs or improve service for our customers.
• Apply problem-solving and critical thinking to drive cross-functional continuous improvement efforts across Grainger’s Supply Chain.
• Develop compelling data analytics to measure department KPI’s, identify opportunities for improvement and measure impact. Develop compelling data analytics to measure department KPIs, identify opportunities for improvement, and measure impact using SQL‑based queries, data modeling, and visualization tools.
• Leverage advanced analytics, automation, and predictive insights to support inventory optimization, service performance, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Become proficient with data analytics, reporting and the tools and applications (Snowflake, Power BI, Business Objects, SAP) to support this work., etc. Snowflake, Power BI, Business Objects, SAP, SQL‑based querying tools, and Python or similar analytical programming languages for data analysis and automation.

Participant will also receive various forms of professional development throughout the program. These include: a comprehensive, structured onboarding experience, ongoing coaching and mentoring, exposure to various levels of leadership, networking, and community involvement. Upon successful completion of the program the Graduates will be eligible to become senior-level professionals within the Grainger Supply Chain.

• All 3 rotations will be based out of the same Grainger Distribution Center.
• Majority of communications in person, but also will interact with colleagues via email and a virtual Microsoft Teams environment.
• Able to work in a cross-functional, team environment.
• Must be able to interface with a multi-shift operation and physically frequent all Team Member work areas.
• Up to 10% travel.

You Have:

• Expected graduation of December 2026 or June 2027
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Bachelor’s degree required with preference in business, supply chain management, engineering, mathematics, or equivalent experience. Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Information Systems, Mathematics, Statistics, or related analytical disciplines.
• Relevant experience with data analysis tools and techniques, such as SQL, Python, R, Power BI or similar, through coursework, internships, or projects.
• Intermediate level of expertise in MS Office is required.
• Exposure to predictive analytics, optimization, and emerging AI applications in supply chain decision-making
• Experience working with large datasets, cloud data platforms, or automation tools preferred
• Ability to foster, manage and leverage relationships with stakeholders, team members, and end users.
• Ability to operate on tight deadlines with multiple priorities subject to frequent changes.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one’s employment, should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, including, but not limited to use of our website, any part of the application, interview or hiring process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance.