Work Location Type: Hybrid
As a leading industrial distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom, We Keep The World Working® by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. We’re dedicated to providing value for customers, fostering an engaging culture for team members and driving strong financial results.
Our welcoming workplace enables you to learn, grow and make a difference by keeping businesses running and their people safe. As a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company, we’re looking for passionate people to join our team as we continue leading the industry over our next 100 years.
Position Details
This role collaborates closely with the Grainger Canada business, and cross-functionally across all of Grainger to ensure product compliance requirements are effectively understood, communicated, and operationalized within the Canadian market. The Manager will support the rollout of new or updated compliance policies, help maintain clear procedures and contribute to continuous improvement of policy implementation.
You Will
Regulatory & Policy Support
- Monitor and interpret Canadian product compliance regulations and legislation, helping assess impacts on Grainger’s operations in Canada.
- Assist in drafting, updating, and maintaining product compliance policies that align with Canadian requirements and business priorities.
- Support risk identification efforts and provide compliance input to help mitigate regulatory exposure within the Canadian business.
Operational Execution
- Help develop and maintain standard operating procedures to implement compliance policies across Canadian operations.
- Collaborate with Legal, Merchandising, Supply Chain, Sales, and other internal teams to ensure consistent understanding and execution of compliance requirements
- Assist in tracking policy adoption and effectiveness, supporting training, documentation, and compliance reporting.
Team & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Contribute to cross-functional initiatives that embed compliance practices into business operations in Canada.
- Work with senior Grainger Canada leadership team to communicate policy identification and interpretation
- Partner with Compliance Operations and other internal teams to identify and implement process improvements.
- Provide day-to-day support and guidance to internal stakeholders regarding Canadian compliance policies and procedures.
You Have
- Bachelor’s degree required; preferred fields include Law, Regulatory Affairs, Public Policy, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Experience in product compliance, corporate safety, public policy or relevant product or process regulatory experience. Experience in MRO/industrial distribution or manufacturing experience a plus.
- Strong business acumen with the ability to apply regulatory understanding to diverse product portfolios and business models.
- Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities, with a focus on risk management and practical compliance solutions.
- Strong writing skills with ability to author and edit Policy papers
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.
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