About this role
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. Staples is business to business. You’re what binds us together.
Our merchandising team aims 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 will be doing:
• Develop and influence global sourcing and supplier strategies for Own Brand products. • Recommend product sourcing locations and target costs using market insights, cost models, and supplier capabilities. • Lead Strategic Sourcing Events, Requests for Proposal (RFPs), and Requests for Quote (RFQs) with cross-functional stakeholders. • Negotiate pricing, terms, and cost-management agreements with domestic and global suppliers. • Manage sourcing projects from planning through supplier selection, award, and implementation. • Own commercial relationships with domestic suppliers following the award of business. • Manage supplier relationships, communicate standards, and resolve product quality, safety, and operational issues. • Collaborate with global teams to improve product costs, supplier performance, supply continuity, and risk mitigation. • Monitor raw material, labor, overhead, production, and supply chain cost trends to identify savings opportunities. • Use proprietary cost-modeling and procurement tools to support fact-based sourcing decisions and continuous improvement. • Provide clear project updates, recommendations, risks, and results to stakeholders and executive leadership. What You Bring to the Table:
• Experience supporting global sourcing strategies that align core capabilities with global risks and short-term supplier needs. • Understanding of contract structures, key terms and conditions, legal considerations, and their role in supplier relationships. • Analytical capabilities to assess agreements, support contract execution, and negotiate details with suppliers. • An understanding of cost-model trends and the capacity to recommend cost-management actions using data-driven insights. • Strong negotiation skills with a proven ability to achieve favorable business outcomes. • Ability to collaborate with Global Sourcing, Quality, Product, stakeholders, and suppliers across multiple organizational levels. • Sharp and effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and organizational levels. • Proficiency with procurement and procure-to-pay systems, such as Coupa, ePAS, or similar platforms. What’s needed: Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. • 3+ years of procurement, strategic sourcing, or related experience. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications. Preferred Qualifications:
• Advanced degree in a relevant field. • Professional certification, such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP). • Experience with procurement software and ERP systems. 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! 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