Spec Merchandise

Success Profile

Adaptable
Analytical
Communicator
Detail-oriented
Insightful
Problem-solver

Job Description

We aim 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

• Support all buying and selling activities with ability to act as Merchant when needed
• Vendor Program Negotiations: support merchant in all necessary prep work and execution (pulling programs, sending templates, etc.)
• Managing cost deviations: assist merchant in tracking deviation spends, performing profitability analysis (customer and vendor level) and processing and communicating cost increases
• Executing all SKU-level operations (set-up, content, activation, inactivation/end-of-life) in various systems and assisting merchant in managing the master assortment
• Creating and running reports to support financial review and analysis of vendors and assortment as requested by merchant
• Entering and updating promotions in all systems and websites
• Communicating and problem solving cross-functionally within all Staples business units (.com, SBA, Quill, Essendant, HiTouch, etc.), Inventory + Planning, Private Brands, Vendor Management, Accounting +

Qualifications

• Basic Qualifications: Minimum of 1 year of experience in business or related field
• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Skilled in Microsoft Suite

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.

Benefits

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!

About Us

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