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Lincolnshire, IL, USA
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Lincolnshire, IL, USA
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Support category merchants to develop and execute online category strategies, provide category and market analytics, run merchandising and marketing initiatives, partner cross-functionally, ensure item health through pricing and site enhancements, and manage multiple projects to meet timelines.
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Quill.com makes the job of ordering supplies easier and more rewarding. While delivering everything from paper, ink, and toner to cleaning supplies and technology. Quill showcases exceptional customer service. Quill had proven to be a trusted partner of Staples since being acquired in 1998.

What you will be doing:

• Support Category Merchants in developing and executing online category strategies that drive revenue, market share, and margin
• Provide category, customer, competitive, and market share analytics
• Execute merchandising initiatives and marketing programs for Quill.com
• Partner cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales, Inventory, Pricing, and eCommerce teams
• Ensure item health through pricing policy adherence and site enhancements
• Manage multiple projects while meeting timelines

What You Bring to the Table:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage shifting deadlines
• Strong analytical and organizational skills

What’s Needed: Basic Qualifications:

• 1–2 years of experience in merchandising, analytics, marketing, or related functions
• Experience using data to inform business decisions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or equivalent work experience
• 1+ years of online merchandising or eCommerce experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

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!



The salary range represents the expected compensation for this role at the time of posting. The specific base pay may be influenced by a variety of factors to include the candidate's experience, skill set, education, geography, business considerations, and internal equity. In addition to base pay, this role may be eligible for bonuses, or other forms of variable compensation. 


About UsStaples 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.

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