Strategic Merchandiser, Staples Promotional Products

Staples Canada; Vaughan; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading office supply company is looking for a Strategic Merchandiser to develop and execute merchandising strategies that drive growth. This hybrid role involves collaborating with Sales Teams to achieve program revenue targets and coordinating complex orders. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in merchandising, strong project management skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. Join a culture that values diversity and inclusive practices, along with comprehensive employee benefits.

Benefits

Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups

Vacation allotment and holiday schedule

Online and retail discounts

Company match RRSP

Health wellness programs

Qualifications

• Experience planning and executing merchandising strategies that drive growth.
• Ability to analyze performance data and apply trends for effective merchandising.
• Strong skills in collaboration and communication with teams and vendors.
• Expertise in guiding team members on brand standards.
• Skilled in managing orders and providing strategic solutions.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize under pressure.
• Knowledge of product merchandising and industry regulations.
• Ability to drive projects to completion independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop merchandise strategies to achieve revenue targets.
• Drive vendor rebate growth by meeting placement KPIs.
• Manage complex quote orders for brand-sensitive accounts.
• Coordinate international shipments and licensing guidance.
• Liaise with Account Service and Sales Teams to meet timelines.
• Attend strategy meetings and present product ideas.
• Analyze performance data to guide pricing and promotional opportunities.
• Mentor Merchandising Specialists.

Skills

Merchandising strategies

Performance data analysis

Collaboration

Communication

Project management

Education

3+ years in product marketing, merchandising, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Strategic Merchandiser, Staples Promotional Products

Vaughan, ON, Canada (Hybrid)

Job Description

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!

The Strategic Merchandiser collaborates with Account Services Leads and Sales Teams to develop merchandise strategies for key accounts, sourcing products for ad-hoc (“Special”) orders and online branded merchandise collections. They create value through on-brand, goal-driven product selection and mentor Merchandising Specialists. The role involves working closely with vendors to brief opportunities, craft product solutions, and negotiate pricing and proofs. Cross-functional collaboration includes Account Service Leads, Program Specialists, Account Service Coordinators, Graphics, Purchasing Analysts, and Sales Teams.

What you’ll be doing:

• Develop merchandising strategies and source products to achieve program revenue targets.
• Drive vendor rebate growth by meeting placement KPIs.
• Ensure product collections meet client requirements and support business strategy.
• Manage complex quote orders for high-profile or brand-sensitive accounts.
• Coordinate international shipments and provide guidance on licensing requirements.
• Act as liaison between Account Service, Business Development, and Sales Teams to meet timelines and expectations.
• Attend strategy meetings, tradeshows, and client meetings to present assortments and recommend strategic product ideas.
• Analyze performance data to guide assortment, pricing, and promotional opportunities.
• Produce trend reports and idea-generating collateral; share relevant retail and industry insights.
• Mentor Merchandising Specialists on trends, key dates, and account-specific best practices.
• Assist in account reviews and forecasting using product sourcing expertise.

What you bring to the table:

• Experience planning, managing, and executing merchandising strategies that drive business growth.
• Ability to analyze performance data and apply industry trends to develop effective merchandising strategies.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with cross-functional teams and vendor partners.
• Expertise in guiding and mentoring team members on brand standards and trends.
• Skilled in managing complex orders and providing strategic solutions.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize under pressure, and demonstrate good judgment.
• Knowledge of product merchandising, industry trends, and regulations.
• Ability to leverage internal resources to drive projects to completion independently.

What’s needed – Basic Qualifications:

• 3+ years of relevant experience in product marketing, merchandising, or related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; strong project management skills.

What’s needed – Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in promotional products merchandising or purchasing.
• Bilingual in English and French – written and verbal proficiency.

We Offer:

• Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups
• Vacation Allotment and Holiday Schedule
• Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match RRSP, Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more!

About Us

Staples is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities.

Job Info

• Job Identification 58739
• Job Category Merchandising
• Posting Date 12/10/2025, 11:23 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 55 Interchange Way, Unit 4, Vaughan, ON, L4K 5W3, CA (Hybrid)