Senior Manager, Private Brand Activation

Staples Advantage Canada; Framingham (MA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO (22 days)

Company Match 401(k)

Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs

Job summary

Staples Advantage Canada seeks a Manager, Commercial Activation to own the end-to-end activation of Private Brand SKUs. The role focuses on positioning and optimizing products across channels, ensuring cross-functional alignment, and using data-driven insights to enhance performance.

The ideal candidate possesses strong ownership, analytical skills, and over 7 years of experience in merchandising or related fields. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline is required. The position offers a supportive work environment with flexible PTO and health wellness programs.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in merchandising, marketing, commercial activation, or related roles.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive initiatives from concept through execution.
• Experience in omnichannel retail (B2B, eCommerce, Retail, Marketplace) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own end‑to‑end activation for a portfolio of Own Brand SKUs.
• Analyze performance data to identify risks and opportunities.
• Monitor key activation KPIs and ensure follow‑through on improvements.

Skills

Ownership mindset

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Prioritization skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Merchandising, or related

Job description

Staples Advantage Canada seeks a Manager, Commercial Activation to own the end-to-end activation of Private Brand SKUs. The role focuses on positioning and optimizing products across channels, ensuring cross-functional alignment, and using data-driven insights to enhance performance.

The ideal candidate possesses strong ownership, analytical skills, and over 7 years of experience in merchandising or related fields. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline is required. The position offers a supportive work environment with flexible PTO and health wellness programs.