Posted 2 months ago
Proposal Specialist
@ Staples Canada
Richmond Hill, Ontario
Overview
Staples Canada is hiring a Proposal Specialist to own the proposal process from kick-off to submission for complex RFx opportunities. The role involves project management, sales strategy, cross-functional coordination and drafting proposals. The posting states a hybrid model with 4 days in the Richmond Hill office.
Responsibilities:
- Lead proposal process from kickoff to submission
- Set project plans, bid schedules and deadlines
- Develop bid strategy with the sales team
- Coordinate pricing, legal, operations and other teams
- Draft and revise proposals based on customer requirements
Requirements summary:
- University degree in communications, business, marketing or journalism
- Project management skills and proactive communication
- Advanced skills in MS Office Suite
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Understanding of RFx and proposal processes
- Ability to work independently under pressure
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · oraclecloud
- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-22
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Business development |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Communications, Business, Marketing, Journalism |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Employee discount |
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Staples Canada
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Full company description
At Staples Canada, we’re redefining what EASY means for today’s world. From tech to tools to expert support, we help Canadians crush their to-do lists and get back to what really matters. Whether you're working, learning, or doing a bit of both, we make it all feel effortless. We’re your dedicated partner in productivity – offering curated solutions, expert advice, and services that simplify the everyday, Staples is where smart meets streamlined. Headquartered in Richmond Hill, Ontario, Staples Canada has proudly served Canadians for over 30 years. With 11,000+ associates and nearly 300 stores, corporate offices, and distribution centres, we’re deeply rooted in communities from coast to coast. Explore more at www.staples.ca or follow us @StaplesCanada.
- LinkedIn followers
- 77,889
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 4,333
- Reported office locations
- 6 Staples Avenue, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 4W3, CA
- Other recorded names
- Staples Canada
- Staples
- Specialties
- Ink & Toner
- Paper
- Office Supplies
- School Supplies
- Cleaning & Facilities
- Technology & Electronics
- Mailing
- Shipping & Packing
- Small Business
- Arts & Crafts
- Tech Services
- and Tech Services
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At Staples Canada, we’re redefining what EASY means for today’s world. From tech to tools to expert support, we help Canadians crush their to-do lists and get back to what really matters. Whether you're working, learning, or doing a bit of both, we make it all feel effortless. We’re your dedicated partner in productivity – offering curated solutions, expert advice, and services that simplify the everyday, Staples…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Retail |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Richmond Hill, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Specialties | Ink & TonerPaperOffice SuppliesSchool SuppliesCleaning & FacilitiesTechnology & ElectronicsMailingShipping & PackingSmall BusinessArts & Crafts |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 687 |
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Some of what you will do:
Reporting to the proposal team manager, the proposal specialist owns the proposal process from the kick-off meeting through to submission. They serve as the project manager for complex, verbiage and compliance driven RFx opportunities for both prospective and existing customers of all sizes. The proposal specialist plays an integral role in driving revenue and increasing profitability through conversion, retention, and penetration.
Specifically, You Will:
Provide operational leadership for proposal development, charting project plans and bid schedules, spearheading kickoff calls, delegating tasks, communicating critical deadlines, conducting executive reviews, and holding stakeholders accountable throughout.
Strategize with the sales team to identify win themes, customer pain points, and key value drivers to create a unified bid strategy for revenue generation.
Collaborate across all organizational functions and levels, building alignment between the proposal, pricing, sales, merchandising, transportation, operations, legal, risk management, and credit teams.
Gather, analyze and organize data from other departments, discerning key information and integrating it into the response.
Draft and creates proposal that capture Staples Professional’s value proposition and align our offering with customer needs. Edits and revises drafts based on customer addenda and stakeholder feedback.
Work well in situations with many unknowns and knows how to solve challenges and guide others through ambiguity.
Some of what you need:
A university degree with emphasis on communications, business, marketing, and/or journalism.
Project management skills with demonstrated ability to keep projects on track through proactive communication, prioritization, problem solving, time/task management, ability to manage multiple projects, and organization.
Advanced computer skills: Must have advanced skills in the entire MS Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Outlook, and an ability to learn new software quickly.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to clearly explain concepts in professional documents using easy-to-understand English.
Proposal process knowledge with an understanding of what to look for in an RFx, kickoff calls, content management, and on-time delivery of projects.
Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to foster positive working relationships across all business areas.
Ability to work independently under pressure, especially under tight client deadlines with minimal supervision.
Physical Environment/Working Conditions:
Hybrid Work Model (4 days working in the Richmond Hill office).
Some of what you will get:
Associate discount
Health and Dental benefits
RRSP/DPSP
Performance bonuses
Learning & Development programs
And more…
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About the TeamAt Staples Canada we are dynamic, inspiring partners to our customers and the communities in which we live. As The Working and Learning Company, we inspire people to work smarter, learn more and grow every day. We’re looking for curious, approachable, and passionate individuals who love finding solutions. If that’s you, let’s work, learn, and grow together.
We are building an inclusive and diverse teamStaples Canada is continuously working towards creating an inclusive and diverse work environment. We welcome, value and thrive on perspectives and contributions from backgrounds that vary by race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion or physical ability. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
We value transparency in our hiring processes. Please note, artificial intelligence may be used in certain stages to screen, assess, or select applicants, however, a human reviewer makes all final decisions. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
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