Senior Project Manager - Information Security

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Lake Forest, IL, USA
Hybrid
123K-205K Annually
Senior level
eCommerce • Information Technology • Retail • Industrial
North America's leading B2B supplier of maintenance, repair and operating supplies and related services.
The Role
Leads multiple concurrent information technology projects across infrastructure, information security, business systems, and data teams. Responsibilities include managing scope, schedules, risks, issues, deliverables, estimates, reporting, escalations, and cross-functional project teams. The role coordinates technical teams, business units, and vendors; removes delivery roadblocks; mentors project managers; and supports portfolio governance using waterfall, Agile, or hybrid methodologies.
Summary Generated by Built In
Work Location Type: Remote
Req Number 335368
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 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.
Compensation
The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $123,000.00 - $205,100.00. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 15% 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.
This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship now or in the future. Individuals requiring sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) should not apply. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.
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.

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Grainger Benefits
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.
Position Details
The Senior Project Manager - Information Security is responsible for planning, leading, organizing, and motivating project teams through waterfall/agile/and hybrid project management practices. They will enable the team to achieve a high level of performance and quality in the delivery of project to provide exceptional business value to users.
This role is responsible for managing multiple concurrent, high visibility projects using waterfall/agile/hybrid methods in an environment that may cross multiple business units or teams. The focus of the role is building on project management principles and practices to adapt project delivery approaches to provide the right balance of agility and predictability to suit the business goals of projects.
This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship now or in the future. Individuals requiring sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) should not apply. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.
You will
  • Directly manage information technology projects supporting Infrastructure, Information Security, Business Systems & Operations, and Insights, Data Engineering & Analytics.
  • Support project scope and schedule development/management while focusing on timely delivery of value; organize and lead project status and working meetings; manage risks, issues, and escalations; and perform delivery planning and execution for assigned projects.
  • Own project management responsibilities three to five separate projects or programs: build and manage project schedules based on defined scope and resource constraints; manage and control scope and deliverables for assigned projects.
  • Demonstrate ability to gather and provide project level estimates and reporting (Status, Risks/Issues, Leadership Escalations) for teams executing projects
  • Orchestrate team project delivery while holding teams accountable for their commitments; identify and remove roadblocks to project work.
  • Facilitate work across multiple technical teams, business units, 3rd party vendors/partners, and other projects as needed to achieve assigned projects' goals and deliverables.
  • Act as peer mentor to project managers on the team; assist portfolio management in project governance and practices

You have
  • BA/BS or equivalent preferred
  • 5-7+ years of Information Technology Project Management experience
  • 7+ years of experience in an IT related field preferred
  • Solid understanding of waterfall/agile/hybrid project management principles and practices and ability to adapt methodologies to projects
  • Experience mentoring peers or project teams in project management practices and procedures
  • Sufficient level of business/technical background to provide interface with technical project delivery teams and to be able to evaluate project risks and issues accurately and objectively.
  • Knowledge of project facilitation, situational awareness, stakeholder management, conflict resolution and consensus building.
  • Strong relationship management skills that enable effective navigation in a highly matrixed organization to quickly earn sponsorship and trust to mobilize and motivate project teams.
  • Ability to prioritize and organize effectively and manage multiple cross-functional teams.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) preferred. Agile certifications such as PMI-Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), or Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) certifications are helpful.

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.

Skills Required

  • 5-7+ years of Information Technology Project Management experience
  • 7+ years of experience in an IT-related field
  • Understanding of waterfall, Agile, and hybrid project management principles and practices
  • Experience mentoring peers or project teams in project management practices and procedures
  • Business and technical background sufficient to interface with technical project delivery teams and evaluate project risks and issues
  • Knowledge of project facilitation, situational awareness, stakeholder management, conflict resolution, and consensus building
  • Strong relationship management skills in a highly matrixed organization
  • Ability to prioritize, organize, and manage multiple cross-functional teams
  • BA/BS degree or equivalent
  • PMP or CAPM certification
  • PMI-ACP or SAFe certification

What the Team is Saying

Grainger Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are a standout, including a 6% company 401(k) contribution each pay period, immediate vesting in some cases, and profit sharing. The presence of an employee stock purchase program further augments long‑term financial support.
  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive with multiple plan options, HSA/FSA availability, disability and life insurance, and day‑one eligibility for many roles. Premiums are at times characterized as relatively affordable compared with typical options.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off and holidays are portrayed as generous and accrue early, with structured PTO that increases with tenure. Paid parental leave is also included for eligible employees, supporting time away when needed.

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The Company
HQ: Lake Forest, IL
26,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1927

What We Do

Grainger is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America and Japan. We Keep The World Working® by serving more than 4.6 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 Platinum Employer on the Where You Work Matters list, a 2026 Glassdoor Best Place to Work and a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company, we’re looking for passionate people to join our team as we continue leading the industry. Find your way with Grainger at jobs.grainger.com.

Why Work With Us

We're proud of our people-focused culture. We embrace new ways of thinking and recognize everyone as an individual. At Grainger, we have a welcoming workplace where you can fell comfortable, confident and learn and grow at any career stage, all while fulfilling our purpose to keep the world working.

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