Lake Forest, IL 60045

About Grainger
At Grainger, the leading North American industrial distributor of products used by businesses to maintain, repair, and operate their facilities, you too can make an impact upon the future of our organization.

Grainger employees experience a unique working environment and the stability of an established industry leader combined with interesting opportunities to learn, grow, and make a difference for our customers.

At Grainger, we take pride in offering a benefits package that is among the best around. Just as our business strives to meet the changing needs of our customers, our benefits are designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees.

Job ID: 17064

Position Description:
Major Purpose

Apply statistical and mathematical techniques to the ongoing pursuit of “understanding the customer”

Major Responsibilities

• Development and maintenance of statistical models in support of internal client activities
• Plan, execute, and effectively communicate the results of strategic database analyses
• Conducts analysis of market data and customer information, identifying patterns, trends and translating those into actionable insights
• Utilize measurement and analysis techniques to quantify results of business activities. Assist in the education of marketing staff on measurement and analysis methodologies

Position Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in statistics, economics, mathematics, industrial engineering or related field. Masters preferred or 1-4 years equivalent work experience required.
• Experience with linear regression, logistic regression, cluster analysis, and time series analysis.
• Strong business acumen
• Excellent communication skills
• Intellectual curiosity
• Ability to establish and sustain strong business relationships and effectively prioritize business needs
Grainger is an equal opportunity employer.

Grainger is a Fortune 500 company and the leading broad line supplier of facilities maintenance products serving businesses and institutions throughout North America with sales of over $6 billion. Through its network of nearly 600 branches, large distribution network and multiple Web sites, Grainger helps customers save time and money by providing them with the right products to keep their facilities running.



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