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Staples Promotional Products: Associate Merchandiser

Overland Park, Kansas, United States

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When we work together, challenges don’t stand a chance.

Be the reason — the expertise you bring to the table, your keen eye for customer insights, and your passion for analytics. So join our team and you’ll own product lines and drive profit. And we’ll help you build a future merchandised exactly how you want.

Total Rewards

  • Compensation & Incentives
    Competitive base salary + bonus on eligible positions
  • Paid Time Off
    22 days plus 7 major holidays and 1 floating holiday
  • 401(k) Matching
    Company match 401(k) plan
  • Discounts
    Online and retail discounts
  • Wellness
    Physical and mental health wellness programs
  • On-site Amenities
    Daycare, cafeteria, fitness center, and coffee shop at our HQ

Staples Promotional Products: Associate Merchandiser

Overland Park, Kansas, United States

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Remote/On-site On-site Job ID 61553 Category Merchandising Date posted 01/27/2026 Additional Locations St Louis, Missouri, United States; Orange City, Iowa, United States

Staples is business to business. You’re what binds us together. 

While you may know Staples as the world’s leading office supply company, Staples Promotional Products (SPP) – a division of Staples – is a national leader in the promotional products industry. At Staples Promotional Products, we help customers build love for their brands with customized merchandise solutions. Whatever story they want to tell, connection they want to make, or goal they need to deliver, Staples Promo makes it easy to design promo experiences that create lasting impact. Join our winning team!

What you will be doing:

  • Source apparel, headwear, and ad spec merchandise for assigned clients, ensuring programs meet SKU, margin, and client satisfaction targets.
  • Develop and maintain all speed SKU product menus for client projects.
  • Execute art and decoration requests, and confirm product pricing.
  • Communicate with vendors regarding product and sample features, availability, and costs; request and review virtual images as needed.
  • Assist in setting up and presenting products for client reviews and item selections.
  • Perform merchandising assistant duties as needed.
  • Partner with the Account Services Team to ensure merchandise meets all timelines and customer expectations.

What You Bring to the Table: 

  • Work experience in product marketing, merchandising, or a related field.
  • Developed business communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Professional acumen and strong math skills with the ability to analyze pricing and cost build-ups.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to balance multiple projects and meet deadlines.
  • Solid computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Passion for retail shopping and merchandise.

What’s needed: Basic Qualifications: 

  • 2+ years of relevant experience in product marketing, merchandising, or a related field.
  • 2+ years of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Strong business communication and professional skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Associate or Technical Degree, merchandising background preferred.
  • Merchandising background.
  • Experience working with vendors and managing sample orders.

We Offer: 

  • Flexible PTO (14 days) and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays).
  • Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k).
  • Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more!

Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Success Profile

  • Adaptable
  • Analytical
  • Communicator
  • Detail-oriented
  • Insightful
  • Problem-solver

Our Culture

People are at the heart of what we do, and we take care of our people. We’re the kind of company that invests in you because you invest in us. At Staples, we thrive on challenges, we believe in the power of what can be, and we support change with purpose. So, bring your win-together attitude and we’ll surround you with like-minded experts who are looking to make an impact for our customers, our community, and our teams.

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