Category Specialist Co-op

Please note that this position is open to students who are currently enrolled in a full‑time post‑secondary program. 

Some of what you will do:

As a Co-op at Staples, you will be a fully integrated member of the team. This will allow you to participate in department and company events/meetings, get the opportunity to experience Staples as a full-time associate, and make an impact with the company through independent projects. For this co-op, you will Support the day-to-day inventory management for a specific product category, focusing on the ‘four P’s’ of Merchandising: 

• Product Assortment 

• Product Pricing

• Product Placement

• Product Promotion

Specifically, you will:

· Review and proof marketing materials for accuracy

· Participate in monthly Merchandise Department meetings

· Interaction with vendors, community and store associates across Canada.

· Assist with any special projects, supporting B2B or B2C business units.

· Identify opportunities to improve the merchandising experience leveraging all available insights.

· Leverage various analytics tools and provide insightful recommendations / process improvements, supporting our customer needs and business objectives.

· Receive constant support and performance feedback.

· Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING CONDITIONS: 

 Hybrid (4 days per week in-office, 1 day remote)

·Work Term Duration: 4 months (May to August 2026)

Some of what you need:

· Strong oral/written communication and interpersonal skills

· High attention to detail

· Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks

· Strong analytical and quantitative skills

· Strong computer skills (i.e. MS Excel) and an ability to learn new software quickly is critical

· Experience in customer service and/or a retail store environment (or comparable experience)

· Enrollment in a post-secondary education program (i.e. Business or Supply Chain would be an asset).