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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.

With minimum supervision, you will carry out assignments to procure finished goods and services for resale requiring extensive or specialized knowledge of the printing industry. You will utilize online quoting tools and systems to procure print product for Staples internal customers (Sales, Sales Support). You will develop alternative sources of supply when supplier partners are unable to procure the items required by customers, ensuring the lowest cost and best-time delivery. Collaboration with sales and strategic sourcing partners to obtain competitive pricing is key. Additionally, you will acquire product knowledge and follow industry trends.

What you’ll be doing:

• Gathers information from sales and sales support to develop detailed specifications for various print product categories. Using these specifications, solicits bids and quote requests from qualified suppliers using the company designated processes and procurement tools.
• Negotiates with Supplier partners to deliver best pricing, solution, and value. Provide sales with proactive communication regarding progress of quote request while working within established deadlines.
• Ability to describe specifications from samples provided by the requestor utilizing commonly used industry tools - ruler, micrometer, loop, paper swatches, and PMS books.
• Procures finished goods and services for resale, utilizing established suppliers and/or contacting new suppliers as alternative sources of supply when needed. Provides alternatives when cost savings and/or better solutions can be realized.
• Support internal partners as needed (Program Sourcing opportunities, Merchandising teams, Supply Chain teams). Support the NAD Business Unit.
• Works closely with Sales support teams to resolve supplier and sales issues/concerns/requests post order.
• Works with Sourcing Management to qualify/request new strategic suppliers. Works with Supplier Relations to address concerns/issues and possible removal of strategic suppliers from our database.
• Work closely with Sourcing Management to proactively communicate with internal and external business partners.

What you bring to the table:

• Proven ability to negotiate costs and manage data effectively
• Strong analytical, organizational, and information-gathering skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strengths in problem-solving and conflict resolution
• Effective at multitasking and time management in dynamic environments
• Self-motivated and able to work independently or collaboratively within fluid team structures

What’s needed- Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in print sourcing or a related role
• Proficiency in print sourcing processes and industry best practices
• Knowledge of print product categories related to custom print manufacturing (e.g., envelopes, forms, digital print, etc.)

What’s needed- Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field
• Knowledge of systems: Noosh/Staples omniSource, Salesforce.com, Staples Anything Eform, AS400, Commerce Hub
• Knowledge of Microsoft PowerBI or database software
• Knowledge of Salesforce.com
• Certification in supply chain management, production and/or procurement
• Experience with e-sourcing and procurement software

We Offer:

• Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups
• 22 days of PTO and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays + 1 floating holiday)
• Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more!

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