Staples is business to business. You’re what binds us together.
As a Sales Consultant supporting our State, Local, and Education (SLED) segment, you will play a key role in driving new business growth by acquiring new customers and expanding Staples’ footprint within your assigned territory. This is a fast-paced, high-impact role designed for driven sellers who thrive in a high-activity environment and are motivated by winning new business. Expected to travel to meet clients face to face & effectively use remote methods (phone/internet) to maintain and grow sales relationships within owned geographies.
Work Location: This is a remote position with a regional focus. This position supports customers in Minnesota and Wisconsin. While the role primarily supports working from home, the individual performing this role would live within or adjacent to this region.
What you’ll be doing:
- Drive new business acquisition by identifying, prospecting, and closing net new customers
- Consistently meets activity goals and daily metrics with a hunter mindset/approach, outbound dials, sell time, live contacts, and created opportunities
- Maintain a high level of daily sales activity including outbound calls and meetings
- Manage full sales cycle from prospecting through close
- Travel within your assigned geography to meet clients
- Partner with internal teams to progress opportunities
- Develop tailored solutions aligned to customer needs
- Use sales tools to manage pipeline and activity
- Onboard and ramp newly won accounts
- Apply pricing strategies to support customer success
- Collaborate to expand SLED opportunities
What you bring to the table:
- Strong drive to meet and exceed goals
- Resilience and ability to learn from rejection
- Proven business development experience
- Strong presentation skills
- Consultative selling, solutions selling, insight selling, negotiation and advanced client management skills
- Collaboration across teams
- Strong business and financial acumen
- Ability to analyze trends and tailor solutions
- Ability to work independently
What’s needed – Basic Qualifications:
- 1+ years of successful sales experience, or success as a Staples B2B Sales Associate
- Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook
What’s needed – Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Experience using CRM systems
- Exposure to SLED or public sector
We Offer:
- 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!
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, geography, business considerations, and internal equity. In addition to base pay, this role may be eligible for bonuses, or other forms of variable compensation.
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
- 1+ years of successful sales experience or success as a Staples B2B Sales Associate
- Proficiency in PowerPoint
- Proficiency in Excel
- Proficiency in Outlook
- Proven business development experience and ability to manage full sales cycle
- Consultative selling, solutions selling, insight selling, negotiation, and advanced client management skills
- Strong presentation skills
- Ability to work independently and meet activity goals (outbound calls, meetings, pipeline management)
- Bachelor's Degree
- Experience using CRM systems
- Exposure to SLED or public sector
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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
