Footwear Route Sales Rep
About The Position
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. This position involves driving a mobile shoe store (box truck, CDL not required but is a plus) to industrial customer job sites on pre-scheduled appointments to service company safety shoe benefit programs. The primary responsibility is providing exceptional customer service to company employees, with no cold calling.
Requirements
- Technical abilities to navigate and update systems and tools
- Customer visits may require overnight travel Monday-Friday (average 2 to 3 overnights a week, might be 3 to 4 one week and 0 the week following, etc.)
- Comfort standing for several hours, including frequent bending or reaching
- Main territory is approximately 150 mile radius but occasionally further travel is required
- Steel Toe shoes are required to be worn at all times
- Must pass physical and maintain a current medical card to drive Shoemobile
- Clean driving record
Nice To Haves
- CDL is a plus
Responsibilities
- Assist customer with selecting footwear and properly fitting with shoes/boots
- Maintain truck stock and inventory levels
- Process all customer orders, returns, and exchanges while on the Shoemobile
- Comply with all Department of Transportation regulations regarding operating the Shoemobile in a safe manner at all times
- Accurately maintain a DOT logbook in compliance with DOT regulations
- Partners with Branch / DC for restocking / replenishment
- Partner with our partner Truck Leasing for remote parking, fueling, and maintenance of Shoemobile
- Maintain clean and organized warehouse and SM showroom
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment
- 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)
- 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
- Free access to financial counseling, education, and tools
- Maternity support programs
- Nursing benefits
- Up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents
- Up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
