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

Our merchandising team aims to deliver the best value and selection to our customers through products, services and solutions all centered around our customers’ needs. We are driven by customer insights and analytics to bring products and solutions to market seamlessly. We’re inclusive, well-rounded professionals who have deep experience in buying, selling, negotiating, operations, design, innovation, finance and more.

What you’ll be doing:

Our world class sales and sales support teams work directly with businesses of all sizes to offer products and services to meet our customers’ unique needs. We are committed to understanding our customers and use best-in-class sales tools and technology to find the best solutions. We’re constantly discovering new ways to reach our goals, taking time to develop our skills and investing in our career growth, so we can enjoy lucrative opportunities and grow our careers both within and beyond sales.

• At the direction of your manager and Merchant team, develop sales opportunities supporting the Staples sales teams inclusive of Commercial and Public Sector verticals. 
• Assist Staples sales teams with Printer, Ink and Toner Solutions 
• Assist Staples sellers by recommending print solutions that drives the lowest total cost per page for ink and toner & encourages printer upgrades via improved printer efficiency, security, and capability. 
• Sales lead development and follow up – educate and guide Staples sellers. 
• Coordinate and participate in visits and events, such as periodic visits to sales team locations. 
• Participate in pipeline review in collaboration with top vendors and Staples Leadership 
• Coordinate with cross functional departments to ensure proper pricing, deviation, and product implementation. 
• Share expert point of view to help develop account plans and territory mapping to understand profile and actions to develop business. 
• Maintain a detailed level of communication with field Sales Teams

What you bring to the table:

• Good working knowledge of printer, ink, and toner market as well as key drivers to sales success
• Ability to facilitate onsite or virtual sales calls with Staples sellers.
• Ability to participate in events, vendor floor days, lunch and learns, planning sessions, etc., as required.
• Excellent communication skills
• Proven sales skills from previous work experience
• Experience with Microsoft Tools

What’s needed- Basic Qualifications:

• 2-5 Years of Sales and Operational Experience with Ink and Toner
• Salesforce experience required
• Proficient using Microsoft Excel

What’s needed- Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience

We Offer:

• Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups 
• Flexible PTO (22 days) and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays) 
• Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more! 

At Staples, “inclusion” is an action word. It represents what we do to ensure that all employees feel valued and supported to contribute to their fullest potential. When we operate inclusively, diversity naturally follows. This is why we work hard to foster an inclusive culture, as we seek employees with unique and varied perspectives and areas of expertise. The result is a better workplace and innovative thinking that helps us exceed our customers’ expectations -- through the power of the people behind our iconic brand.

Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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.