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Inside Sales Key Account Manager, Quill

Lincolnshire, Illinois, United States

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• $26.00-$34.00, plus incentive opportunity
  
  

Join a team that powers everyday impact.

At Quill, a proud member of the Staples family of brands, we help businesses thrive by delivering essential products, smart solutions, and award-winning customer support. From paper and print to tech and custom services, we provide what teams need to get work done—seamlessly and affordably.

When you join Quill, you’re not just supporting customers—you’re part of a company where every workday is an opportunity to make a difference.

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• Compensation & Incentives Competitive pay bonuses
• Paid Time Off Vacation & Sickness including 8 Paid Holidays
• Wellness Programs Physical and mental wellness programs
• Work-Life Balance Healthy work-life balance
• Discounts Enjoy online and retail discounts
• 401(k) Matching Company match 401(k) plan
  
  

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Inside Sales Key Account Manager, Quill

Lincolnshire, Illinois, United States

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Remote/On-site On-site Job ID 72438 Category Sales & Sales Support Date posted 07/25/2026 Pay Range $26.00-$34.00, plus incentive opportunity

Staples is business to business. You’re what binds us together.

Quill is a valuable part of the Staples family of brands. Since 1956, Quill has held its position as a leader in office supplies.

Acquired by Staples in 1998, Quill delivers the essential services, solutions, and award-winning customer support to help our customers – and our people – thrive. When you partner with Quill, as a customer or as an associate, every workday is more rewarding.

From paper, ink & toner, to technology and custom print, we deliver the right products at the right value, plus an unmatched assortment of over 900 instant rewards available with every order.

In this role, you will grow sales and profitability by driving purchases across all categories of products through developing relationships with Quill's largest, highly valued customer base. You will be responsible for the sales results of an assigned book of business within the national territory. Customers will be large, complex accounts. As a Key Account Manager, you are responsible for teaming with category experts where necessary to grow accounts and better serve our customers. This includes leveraging internal partners and specialists to help drive spend in all the categories that Quill has to offer.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Responsible for sales results for an assigned book of accounts with large sales and potential.
• Acquire new business and grow sales as well as manage the current customer base.
• Map accounts and identify core and specialty category opportunities.
• Create and maintain a solid understanding of accounts, build strategic growth plans, and identify new growth opportunities.
• Utilize enablement tools regularly to keep customer data updated, manage a healthy pipeline, and advance opportunities.
• Leverage sales methodologies to retain and grow the customer base.
• Negotiate purchasing agreements with customers that potentially spend $2 million annually. Collaborate with finance throughout the process.
• Visit select customers nationally each year as well as customer conferences and trade shows.
• Interact with high-level decision makers and educate customers on Quill’s programs.
• Collaborate with sales operations manager on custom procurement platforms.
• Share sales expertise and lead sales strategy meetings and business reviews.
• Meet or exceed productivity metrics and goals.
  
  

What You Bring To The Table

• Experience and proven track record of managing customer programs.
• Ability to interface at customer’s most senior levels.
• Strong ability to develop and deliver presentations.
• Consultative selling, solutions selling, insight selling, and negotiation skills.
• Strong business, finance, operations, and technology acumen.
• Ability to analyze customer data, business, and industry trends to create tailored solutions.
• Ability to function independently with minimal daily supervision.
• Track record of exceeding sales quotas.
• Experience with business-to-business sales processes.
• Creative and cognitive thinking ability.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adjust priorities based on activity
  
  

What’s Needed- Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3 years of prior experience in account management or business development.
• Availability to travel (up to 4x per year).
  
  

What’s Needed- Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Prior experience working with large complex accounts.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
  
  

We Offer

• Hourly pay plus incentive opportunity, based on performance - variable bonus target of approximately $25,800 annually, if all goals and targets are successfully met
• 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 perks and benefits.
  
  

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

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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• Collaborative
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• Adaptable
• Problem-solver
• Results-driven
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Our Culture

At Quill, we’re totally obsessed with our customers. Whether it’s tracking down that new favorite pen, offering instant savings, or making someone’s day with unexpected rewards, we take pride in being the team that helps businesses win. We believe in anticipating needs, delivering expert service with a personal touch, and making every interaction feel real — because it is. Cross-team collaboration is our office standard, because delivering for our customers starts with delivering for each other. If you're ready to roll up your sleeves, meet challenges head-on, and serve the next generation of business owners, there's only one thing missing at Quill: That’s you.

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Career Path

There are plenty of places to take your career at Staples.

• Starting roles
• Inside Sales Business Development Specialist
• Category Specialist (Furniture, Technology or Print)
• Site Development / Reactivation Specialist
• Inside Sales Account Manager
• Mid-level roles
• Key Account Manager
• Field Sales
• Manager roles
• Inside Sales Team Manager
• Sr. Team Manager
• Field Sales Manager
  

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