Senior Talent Systems Analyst

W. W. Grainger; Lake Forest (IL); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life on day 1

PTO and holidays

401(k) matching

Employee discounts and tuition support

Parental leave

Job summary

W.W. Grainger, Inc. is seeking a Senior Talent Systems Analyst to maximize the value of enterprise systems by evaluating business needs and translating them into system enhancements and reporting solutions.

You will partner with business and technology teams to improve data accuracy, processes, and user experience. This senior role provides subject-matter expertise and guidance to enable scalable operations. You will report to the Director, TA Operational Excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Talent Acquisition, HR, HRIS or related field.
• 3+ years of Talent Acquisition/Recruiting experience.
• Experience with ATS tools including SuccessFactors and SmartRecruiters.

Responsibilities

• Lead requirements discovery to understand business needs and ensure system solutions support goals.
• Analyze system data and workflows to identify inefficiencies and improvements.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications for configuration and reporting.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports for actionable insights.
• Conduct root-cause analyses to resolve data or system issues.
• Coordinate with HRIS team on Talent Acquisition system design and configuration.
• Coordinate user acceptance testing to ensure enhancements meet requirements.
• Create and update documentation and training materials.

Skills

Talent Acquisition experience

Stakeholder communication

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in TA/HR/HRIS

Tools

SuccessFactors

SmartRecruiters

TA technology tools

Job description

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Location:

LAKE FOREST, IL, US, 60045-5202 CHICAGO, IL, US, 60661-4555 Remote, IL, US, N/A

Work Location Type:

Hybrid

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 than4.6 million customersworldwide with maintenance, repair andoperating(MRO) products and value-added solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customerexpertise. Known for its commitment to service and purpose-driven culture, the Company reported2025 revenue of$17.9 billion. For more information, visitwww.grainger.com.

Compensation

The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $87,200.00 – $145,300.00. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 10 % or $ , 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.

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.

As Senior Talent Systems Analyst you will play a key role in maximizing the value of enterprise systems by evaluating business needs, analyzing data and improving how technology supports operational workflows. The role partners closely with business and technology teams to translate requirements into system enhancements, reporting solutions, and actionable insights. The analyst ensures data accuracy, drives process optimization, and supports initiatives that strengthen system reliability and user experience. As a senior contributor, the role provides subject‑matter expertise and guidance to enable scalable, consistent, and efficient business operations.

You will report to the Director, TA Operational Excellence.

This position can be based in Lake Forest or Chicago and is onsite 2 days a week. It can also be remote based for out of state candidates.

You Will

• Lead requirements discovery by engaging stakeholders to understand business needs and ensure system solutions directly support operational and strategic goals
• Analyze system data and workflows to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements that enhance accuracy, consistency and user experience
• Translate business needs into clear functional specifications to guide system configuration, reporting development and process changes
• Develop and maintains dashboards and reports that provide actionable insights and help leaders make informed decisions
• Conduct root-cause analysis on system or data issues to resolve problems quickly and prevent future occurrences
• Partner with HRIS team to execute on Talent Acquisition system design and configuration
• Coordinate and executes user acceptance testing to validate that enhancements meet requirements and function reliably in production
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align system capabilities with business processes, ensuring solutions are scalable and maintainable
• Create and updates documentation and training materials to promote user adoption, process standardization, and long-term system health
• Facilitate presentations and discussions with clarity and precision to enable informed, high-quality decision-making
• Communicates effectively with stakeholders at all levels to build alignment, influence decisions, and maintain strong partnerships

You Have

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Talent Acquisition, HR, HRIS or related field required
• 3+ years experience performing Talent Acquisition/Recruiting tasks and/or adjacent experience required
• Experience using and/or administering Talent Acquisition technology tools including Applicant Tracking System(s) SuccessFactors and SmartRecruiters a plus
• Experience with TA Technology tools and ATS preferred
• Experience leading end-to-end project execution by guiding design, planning, and delivery activities across cross-functional teams

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.