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

Our Human Resources team has one goal: create solutions and services that foster an inclusive and innovative culture. We act as strategic partners to deliver innovative learning and development opportunities, comprehensive compensation and benefit solutions, recruiting tools and more to attract new talent and excite existing talent. We’re a compassionate, hardworking and dedicated team that knows our work makes an impact on our company every day. 

What you will be doing:

As Communications Manager, you will develop and implement communication strategies that engage employees and support business goals. You’ll shape company messaging, connect teams to strategic objectives, and ensure consistent branding. Key duties include advising leaders on communications during change, managing end-to-end initiatives, using AI tools to improve content and efficiency, and assessing engagement with data. You will collaborate across functions and lead companywide programs that promote collaboration and innovation.

What You Bring to the Table: Strong strategic communications foundation with sound business acumen. Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills; able to simplify and humanize complex topics. Proven project and program management expertise in fast-paced, matrixed environments. Operational mindset and experience improving processes and applying governance. Technologically curious, with a responsible approach to AI and digital tools. Trusted advisor and collaborative partner to senior leaders and cross-functional teams. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and dependable under pressure. Customer- and people-centric with a strong instinct for clarity, relevance, and tone. 

What’s needed: Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, Business, or a related field – or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 6+ years of professional communications experience
• Experience serving as a strategic communications partner to senior leaders and functional teams
• Proven ability to lead complex communications initiatives end-to-end with significant cross-functional leadership
• Advanced writing and editing skills across formats and channels

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting technology, risk, security, operations, digital, or large-scale transformation initiatives
• Experience using or integrating AI and modern digital tools into communications workflows
• Background in data-informed communications measurement and continuous improvement
• Master’s degree in Communications, Business, or a related discipline

We Offer: Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups Opportunities to make a direct impact on company storytelling and employee engagement. Collaborative, innovative environment where your ideas and leadership help shape the future of communications. Support for professional growth and learning in a global, dynamic organization. 

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

Chez Staples, « inclusion » est un mot d'action. Il représente ce que nous faisons pour garantir que tous les employés se sentent valorisés et soutenus afin de contribuer à leur plein potentiel. Lorsque nous opérons de manière inclusive, la diversité suit naturellement. C'est pourquoi nous travaillons dur pour favoriser une culture inclusive, car nous recherchons des employés ayant des perspectives uniques et variées et des domaines d'expertise divers. Le résultat est un meilleur environnement de travail et une réflexion innovante qui nous aide à dépasser les attentes de nos clients – grâce à la force des personnes derrière notre marque emblématique.

Staples est un employeur garantissant l'égalité des chances. Tous les candidats qualifiés seront pris en considération pour un emploi sans distinction de race, couleur, religion, âge, sexe, orientation sexuelle, identité de genre, origine nationale, statut de vétéran protégé, handicap ou toute autre base protégée par la loi fédérale, étatique ou locale.