Senior Merchandiser- Staples Promotional Products

Senior Merchandiser

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 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!

Senior Merchandiser will develop product strategies, source innovative solutions, and collaborating with sales, marketing, and vendor partners. Ideal candidates are organized, and passionate about delivering exceptional client experiences.

What you will be doing:

1. Manage a portfolio of client merchandise programs, developing and executing product strategies aligned to customer objectives
2. Lead product sourcing and idea generation to deliver innovative promotional solutions
3. Collaborate with Sales, Account Services, Marketing, and vendors to meet program expectations
4. Attend strategy meetings, and tradeshows to present merchandise direction
5. Influence customer perception through product recommendations and trend insights
6. Support forecasting and program planning using product expertise
7. Drive continuous improvement in processes and customer experience
8. Stay current on industry trends and product innovations

What You Bring to the Table:

• Strategic merchandising professional skilled at delivering effective product solutions in fast-paced, client-facing settings.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to analyze trends and develop strategies
• Excellent ability to organize tasks and manage responsibilities efficiently.
• Demonstrated expertise in delivering presentations to clients or stakeholders.

What's needed: Basic Qualifications:

• 3+ years experience in merchandising or related field
• 2+ years proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to travel as needed (less than10%)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration or related field
• Promotional products experience
• Vendor management experience
• Client-facing experience
• Trend and merchandising expertise

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

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.