Grainger reviews

4.0

80% would recommend to a friend

(4,979 total reviews)
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87% approve of CEO

79% positive business outlook

Grainger has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 4,979 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Grainger employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.4 stars).

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5.0
Sep 18, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Grainger is consistently ranked as one of the best companies to work for—but that's only part of the story. It's also an outstanding place to build a long-term career. Grainger has achieved financial success year after year—all while being a responsible corporate citizen, consistently ranked among the highest in DEI opportunities, and fostering a culture that values every team member.

Cons

Honestly, after 20 years, it's hard to think of any cons that haven't already been addressed.

5.0
Sep 17, 2025

Great company to work for

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

The culture is unmatched. This is a company that truly wants to do the right thing for its employees. Work life balance and flexibility.

Cons

Limited career progression if you don’t live in lake forest.

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