Inside Sales Account Manager, Quill

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Lincolnshire, IL, USA
In-Office
Junior
Retail
The Role
Manage and grow a portfolio of business customers across North America through consultative inside sales. Build relationships, make outbound calls, identify cross-sell and consolidation opportunities, collaborate with internal partners, analyze account performance, and meet productivity and revenue targets.
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Quill, a proud member of the Staples family of brands, is looking for an Inside Sales Account Manager to grow and manage a portfolio of business customers across North America. In this role, you’ll build meaningful customer relationships, uncover new opportunities, and help businesses find the products, programs, and solutions they need to run smoothly. This is a strong opportunity for someone who enjoys consultative selling, thrives in a performance-driven environment, and wants to make a measurable impact with a trusted brand. 


What you’ll be doing:  

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for customers and build long-term relationships that support retention and growth. 
  • Manage an established book of business through consistent pipeline discipline, account planning, and productivity. 
  • Drive sales and profitability within existing accounts by identifying customer needs and recommending relevant solutions. 
  • Make outbound sales calls to engage customers, expand relationships, and uncover new business opportunities. 
  • Educate customers on Quill products, programs, consolidation opportunities, and value-added services. 
  • Collaborate with internal business partners to maximize account potential and deliver an easy, seamless customer experience. 
  • Conduct meaningful sales conversations with high-value customers to increase sales across categories. 
  • Review account performance, revenue analytics, and profitability to support financially sound sales decisions. 
  • Identify under-penetrated product categories and develop strategies to grow year-over-year revenue and gross profit. 
  • Consistently meet or exceed productivity metrics, activity goals, and key performance indicators. 

What you bring to the table: 

  • Motivation to build customer relationships that create measurable value and growth. 
  • Clear, confident communication with customers and internal partners across calls, follow-up, and solution-focused conversations. 
  • Curiosity and strong listening skills to understand customer needs, ask thoughtful questions, and uncover opportunities. 
  • A problem-solving mindset with the ability to connect customer needs to relevant products, programs, or solutions. 
  • Comfort making outbound calls, engaging customers, and continuing forward after rejection or setbacks. 
  • Strong organization, time management, and follow-through when balancing customer conversations, priorities, and activity goals. 
  • Adaptability and willingness to learn quickly as customer needs, business priorities, or sales approaches change. 
  • A customer-first approach focused on creating a positive, helpful, and professional experience in every interaction. 
  • Collaborative mindset with a willingness to share ideas, apply feedback, and learn from managers, peers, and business partners. 
  • Composure and critical thinking when prioritizing next steps, solving customer challenges, and supporting sales goals. 

 

What’s needed- Basic Qualifications:

  • Associate degree, bachelor’s degree, or equivalent work experience. 

What’s needed - Preferred Qualifications: 

  • 1+ years of sales, account management, customer service, or other relevant business experience. 
  • Experience managing customer accounts, building pipeline, or supporting revenue growth. 
  • Experience using Microsoft Office, CRM tools, or sales productivity systems. 
  • Experience conducting outbound calls or virtual sales conversations. 

The salary range represents the expected compensation for this role at the time of posting.  The specific base pay may be influenced by a variety of factors to include the candidate's experience, skill set, education, business considerations, geography, and internal equity.   Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements.   

About UsStaples 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.

Skills Required

  • Associate degree, bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience
  • Motivation to build customer relationships that create measurable value and growth
  • Clear, confident communication with customers and internal partners
  • Curiosity and strong listening skills to understand customer needs
  • Problem-solving mindset and ability to match customer needs to solutions
  • Comfort making outbound sales calls and engaging customers
  • Strong organization, time management, and follow-through
  • Adaptability and willingness to learn quickly
  • Customer-first approach focused on professional interactions
  • Collaborative mindset and willingness to apply feedback
  • Experience in sales, account management, customer service, or related (1+ years)
  • Experience managing customer accounts, building pipeline, or supporting revenue growth
  • Experience using Microsoft Office, CRM tools, or sales productivity systems
  • Experience conducting outbound calls or virtual sales conversations

Staples Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Staples and has not been reviewed or approved by Staples.

  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Wellbeing offerings are described as broad, including wellness reimbursements, emotional support and coaching, legal services, identity theft protection, and pet insurance. Employee discounts and select on-site amenities are also positioned as meaningful add-ons beyond basic coverage.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off provisions are presented as relatively expansive, including paid time off, company-recognized holidays, and a personal or flexible holiday option. Vacation that grows with tenure and PTO flexibility are highlighted as valued elements.
  • Inclusive Benefits Coverage Healthcare benefits explicitly include gender-affirming care alongside medical, dental, and vision coverage. Family and caregiver programs also include support that references LGBTQ+ considerations and broader life-stage needs.

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The Company
HQ: Framingham, MA
Year Founded: 1986

What We Do

For nearly 40 years, Staples has been a trusted leader in delivering end-to-end workplace solutions for consumers and businesses of all sizes across a broad range of industries. The company provides a comprehensive portfolio of products, strategic solutions, and services including print and marketing, shipping, technology, and travel. Its specialized assortment includes high-quality office supplies, janitorial products, technology, furniture, and breakroom essentials, all supported by best-in-class supply chain capabilities and a dedicated team of experts committed to making the workday easier. Headquartered near Boston, Massachusetts, Staples operates throughout North America via direct B2B sales, e-commerce, and more than 900 retail stores. To learn more, visit your local U.S. Staples store, download the Staples app, explore Staples.com or StaplesBusiness.com, or follow @Staples on social media.

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