The Digital Merchandising and Marketing Specialist will play an integral part in shaping how we bring our Print products and services to life both in-store and online. Reporting to the Manager of Digital & Customer Experience, the Specialist will need to be a collaborative, trusted and results-oriented partner that cross-functional teams can rely on. They will focus on areas including competitive analysis, identifying trends, proofing marketing assets, coupon/promotional analysis, and more.

Staples Retail is a thriving organization focused on providing innovative products and services solutions for working and learning. This role is critical to accelerating change and super-charging this high-potential services business. Our people are the heart of our success, and we believe in collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning in all that we think, create, and do. We are investing in our people and our stores, empowering our people to learn, grow and deliver. Come be a part of a team that's leading the way in a new era of working and living.

As a Specialist for Staples Print Services, you will have an opportunity to learn from and work closely with partners in eCommerce, Merchandising and Marketing.

Key Deliverables:

• Manage the Print merchandising and marketing calendar submissions schedule, and provide recommendations for offer and product placement across all channels
• Partner with Marketing and Analytics teams to present readouts on offer placement performance and provide recommendations
• Maintain the marketing asset tracker as a tool for the broader team, but also present at group meetings to share what assets are in market
• Work with merchants and eCommerce teams to optimize website content based on priorities or seasonality (i.e., homepage optimization, landing page refreshes, etc.).
• Develop and maintain a monthly competition report which will provide insights into promotional and marketing trends, changes in online experiences, new products/services, and notable events or presentations
• Collaborate with dedicated cross-functional teams on new strategic initiatives to help drive sales and margin growth
• Monitor and report out on ongoing performance for initiatives relative to financial goals.
• Support ad hoc requests for physical print samples needed including in store samples and photo shoots.
• Work with Digital and Customer Experience Manager to identify merchandising and marketing opportunities.

Essential skills and experience:

• 1-2 years’ experience in business or related field
• Bachelor’s Degree recommended or relevant business experience
• Organized, detail-oriented, proactive personality, ability to multi-task
• Ability to work independently and execute across multiple groups
• Strong verbal and written communication skills necessary
• Skilled in Microsoft Suite

Preferred skills and experience:

• Knowledge of Print Industry required
• Previous employment in Staples Print Services preferred

Get great perks because, you matter.

• Generous amount of paid time off
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid
• 401(k) plan with a company match, full benefits plan and options, and associate resource groups
• Associate store discount and more perks (discounts on mobile plans, movie tickets, etc.)
• Corporate office includes a café (i.e., coffee, cappuccinos, teas), 24/7 fitness center, convenience store, on-site dry cleaning, Chef Louie’s Cafeteria, and more

Want to learn more about Staples Stores? Visit StaplesConnect.com for information and to learn about our career opportunities.

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