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Zoro.com Company Summary
Zoro.com is a leading eCommerce platform offering nearly 15 million tools, parts and supplies for our business customers. Launched in 2011, we brought a B2C-like experience to the B2B industry, and continue to be at the forefront of digital innovation at the intersection of technology and distribution. We have rapidly grown to over $1 billion in annual revenue and we’re just getting started! Company Summary
Zoro.com is a leading eCommerce platform offering nearly 15 million tools, parts and supplies for our business customers. Launched in 2011, we brought a B2C-like experience to the B2B industry, and continue to be at the forefront of digital innovation at the intersection of technology and distribution. We have rapidly grown to over $1 billion in annual revenue and we’re just getting started!
Primary Function:
Zoro is hiring a proactive Senior Executive Assistant to support our business president.
If you’re steady in a fast-moving environment, quick to solve what’s next, and skilled at balancing high-level priorities with day-to-day details, this role is built for you.
At Zoro, we Take Ownership, Win and Learn Together, and Bring Transparency and heart into everything we do—and we're looking for someone who does the same.
What You'll Do:
You’ll be the strategic right-hand to our business leader—keeping them focused, connected, and operating at their best. You will:
Own the calendar - Strategically manage and prioritize time for an executive, using sound judgment to navigate shifting demands Be the go-to contact - Field and manage department inquiries with professionalism, empathy, and a deep understanding of the business Drive event excellence - Plan team offsites, virtual meetings, and special events—handling every detail, vendor, and agenda with care and ownership Keep the books - Process invoices, reconcile expenses, and resolve discrepancies while maintaining financial integrity Streamline with tech - Use tools like Google Suite and Smartsheet to optimize workflows and improve operational efficiency Bring order to the work - Draft, edit, and manage memos, reports, and presentations so every message is clear, useful, and ready to go Represent the voice of leadership - Act as a trusted liaison and thought partner, modeling the professionalism and discretion expected at the highest levels Stay ahead of the curve - Anticipate challenges, implement process improvements, and keep the team one step ahead
What You Bring:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience At least 5 years supporting senior executives in fast-paced, evolving environments A strong track record of managing complex administrative operations and juggling shifting priorities with grace. Experience driving team culture and operational improvements - while staying laser-focused on confidentiality and integrity Clear, confident written and verbal communication skills tailored to your audience This role provides consistent onsite support during core business hours, with flexibility as needed to support the work and the team. Being present means more than showing up - it’s about staying connected, pitching in, and helping everyone move forward together.
Total Rewards
Zoro’s total compensation plan includes our Zoro Incentive Plan (ZIP) that is designed to foster and reward our team members for strong performance. Total compensation will be highly competitive.
In addition to competitive compensation, Zoro offers comprehensive benefits and perks including:
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment 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. We also support growing your family through access to adoption assistance program 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist and Wellhub portal membership to support your mental and emotional wellbeing At least 18 paid time off days annually for full-time employees and 6 company holidays per year 6% company contribution to a 401K Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required Tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and access to financial counseling, education, and tools Charitable Gift Program - match gift to an eligible educational, cultural, community health, and human service organizations Employee discounts and admission to various civic and cultural institutions around Chicago Zoro office perks including coffee bar, beer on tap, unlimited snacks, access to the onsite gym, and incredible city skyline views
For additional information and details regarding our benefits and our parent company, W. W. Grainger, please click on the link here.
Illinois
$70,200—$117,000 USD
Our Culture
Zoro was founded in 2011 with a simple idea: make it easy for businesses to get the tools, parts, and supplies they need to keep things running. We've grown by staying curious, moving quickly, and solving everyday challenges in smart, practical ways. Backed by W.W. Grainger and inspired by our endless assortment business model, we’re on a clear path toward our next big milestone: $2 billion in revenue—and beyond.
At Zoro, we don’t just follow a playbook—we help build it. You’ll get to work on real problems with a supportive team that shares ideas freely, learns from each other, and celebrates wins together. Our culture is grounded in values that guide how we show up every day:
Winning & Learning Together ,
Being Customer Obsessed ,
Being Transparent , and
Taking Ownership . We don’t have all the answers, but we’re always asking good questions.
Zoro’s culture has been recognized by Fortune, Best Places to Work, and Built In Chicago—but the recognition we care about most comes from our team members, who make this place what it is.
We also know that flexibility matters. Our hybrid work model gives you space to focus and the flexibility to live your life — asking team members to be onsite at least two days a week. Our Chicago HQ (right above Ogilvie Transportation Center in the Accenture Tower) is always open and ready for connection, collaboration, or just a good cup of coffee.
At Zoro, we’re growing fast toward big aspirations — and we’re continuously excited about the new challenges we get to solve together.
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 also 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. Seniority level
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Senior Executive Assistant
role at
Zoro.com Join to apply for the
Senior Executive Assistant
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Zoro.com Company Summary
Zoro.com is a leading eCommerce platform offering nearly 15 million tools, parts and supplies for our business customers. Launched in 2011, we brought a B2C-like experience to the B2B industry, and continue to be at the forefront of digital innovation at the intersection of technology and distribution. We have rapidly grown to over $1 billion in annual revenue and we’re just getting started! Company Summary
Zoro.com is a leading eCommerce platform offering nearly 15 million tools, parts and supplies for our business customers. Launched in 2011, we brought a B2C-like experience to the B2B industry, and continue to be at the forefront of digital innovation at the intersection of technology and distribution. We have rapidly grown to over $1 billion in annual revenue and we’re just getting started!
Primary Function:
Zoro is hiring a proactive Senior Executive Assistant to support our business president.
If you’re steady in a fast-moving environment, quick to solve what’s next, and skilled at balancing high-level priorities with day-to-day details, this role is built for you.
At Zoro, we Take Ownership, Win and Learn Together, and Bring Transparency and heart into everything we do—and we're looking for someone who does the same.
What You'll Do:
You’ll be the strategic right-hand to our business leader—keeping them focused, connected, and operating at their best. You will:
Own the calendar - Strategically manage and prioritize time for an executive, using sound judgment to navigate shifting demands Be the go-to contact - Field and manage department inquiries with professionalism, empathy, and a deep understanding of the business Drive event excellence - Plan team offsites, virtual meetings, and special events—handling every detail, vendor, and agenda with care and ownership Keep the books - Process invoices, reconcile expenses, and resolve discrepancies while maintaining financial integrity Streamline with tech - Use tools like Google Suite and Smartsheet to optimize workflows and improve operational efficiency Bring order to the work - Draft, edit, and manage memos, reports, and presentations so every message is clear, useful, and ready to go Represent the voice of leadership - Act as a trusted liaison and thought partner, modeling the professionalism and discretion expected at the highest levels Stay ahead of the curve - Anticipate challenges, implement process improvements, and keep the team one step ahead
What You Bring:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience At least 5 years supporting senior executives in fast-paced, evolving environments A strong track record of managing complex administrative operations and juggling shifting priorities with grace. Experience driving team culture and operational improvements - while staying laser-focused on confidentiality and integrity Clear, confident written and verbal communication skills tailored to your audience This role provides consistent onsite support during core business hours, with flexibility as needed to support the work and the team. Being present means more than showing up - it’s about staying connected, pitching in, and helping everyone move forward together.
Total Rewards
Zoro’s total compensation plan includes our Zoro Incentive Plan (ZIP) that is designed to foster and reward our team members for strong performance. Total compensation will be highly competitive.
In addition to competitive compensation, Zoro offers comprehensive benefits and perks including:
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment 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. We also support growing your family through access to adoption assistance program 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist and Wellhub portal membership to support your mental and emotional wellbeing At least 18 paid time off days annually for full-time employees and 6 company holidays per year 6% company contribution to a 401K Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required Tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and access to financial counseling, education, and tools Charitable Gift Program - match gift to an eligible educational, cultural, community health, and human service organizations Employee discounts and admission to various civic and cultural institutions around Chicago Zoro office perks including coffee bar, beer on tap, unlimited snacks, access to the onsite gym, and incredible city skyline views
For additional information and details regarding our benefits and our parent company, W. W. Grainger, please click on the link here.
Illinois
$70,200—$117,000 USD
Our Culture
Zoro was founded in 2011 with a simple idea: make it easy for businesses to get the tools, parts, and supplies they need to keep things running. We've grown by staying curious, moving quickly, and solving everyday challenges in smart, practical ways. Backed by W.W. Grainger and inspired by our endless assortment business model, we’re on a clear path toward our next big milestone: $2 billion in revenue—and beyond.
At Zoro, we don’t just follow a playbook—we help build it. You’ll get to work on real problems with a supportive team that shares ideas freely, learns from each other, and celebrates wins together. Our culture is grounded in values that guide how we show up every day:
Winning & Learning Together ,
Being Customer Obsessed ,
Being Transparent , and
Taking Ownership . We don’t have all the answers, but we’re always asking good questions.
Zoro’s culture has been recognized by Fortune, Best Places to Work, and Built In Chicago—but the recognition we care about most comes from our team members, who make this place what it is.
We also know that flexibility matters. Our hybrid work model gives you space to focus and the flexibility to live your life — asking team members to be onsite at least two days a week. Our Chicago HQ (right above Ogilvie Transportation Center in the Accenture Tower) is always open and ready for connection, collaboration, or just a good cup of coffee.
At Zoro, we’re growing fast toward big aspirations — and we’re continuously excited about the new challenges we get to solve together.
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 also 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. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Administrative Industries Retail Office Equipment Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Zoro.com by 2x Get notified about new Senior Executive Assistant jobs in
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Greater Chicago Area $65,000.00-$85,000.00 3 months ago Elk Grove Village, IL $68,850.00-$99,100.00 4 days ago Chicago, IL $56,300.00-$71,000.00 1 week ago Chicago, IL $76,000.00-$95,000.00 1 week ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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