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Sales Associate

@ Staples Canada

Thornhill, Ontario

Part-time1+ years experience
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Overview

Staples Canada is hiring a part-time Sales Associate to serve customers and drive sales across the furniture, technology and supplies areas of the store. The work covers selling, point-of-sale transactions, merchandising and keeping the store clean and safe. The posting states part-time hours and a discount, but no pay rate or schedule.

Responsibilities:

  • Engage customers and sell tailored products and services
  • Handle transactions on the Point of Sale system
  • De-escalate complex customer situations or refer to a manager
  • Maintain a clean, safe and well-merchandised store

Requirements summary:

  • 3 months to 1 year of prior retail experience (preferred)
  • Strong customer service and communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team

Tools & skills

Benefits mentioned

Retirement plan
Source and dates

Employer career site / ATS feed · oraclecloud

Employer posting date
2026-10-28
First seen by our source
2026-10-28
Source record updated
2026-10-28

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentRetail
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingStore
PositionMostly standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Perks mentionedFlexible hours, Retirement plan, 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…

FieldValue
IndustryRetail
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersRichmond Hill, Ontario
Organization typePrivately Held
SpecialtiesInk & TonerPaperOffice SuppliesSchool SuppliesCleaning & FacilitiesTechnology & ElectronicsMailingShipping & PackingSmall BusinessArts & Crafts
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Job description

Some of what you will do

  • Deliver exceptional customer service and enhance customer engagement and satisfaction.
  • Drive sales in the furniture, technology and supplies areas of the store.
  • Set and achieve sales and margin goals with store leaders.
  • Ensure operational excellence and uphold store brand standards.
  • Support all merchandising and signage standards including planograms and stocking.
  • Maintain Health & Safety, Asset Protection, and Privacy Policies.

Specifically, you will

  • Engage with and sell to all our customers by offering tailored products and services using all tools and techniques available in our selling model to anticipate and meet future customer needs.
  • Handle transactions using the Point of Sale (POS) system, including shipping transactions and marketing tools to convert customers.
  • Calmly de-escalate and assist in complex customer situations to ensure their concerns are addressed effectively or refer to a manager/supervisor.
  • Maintain a clean and safe store environment by performing tasks like dusting, front-facing products, and ensuring demo units are clean and functional.

Some of what you need

  • 3 months to 1 year of prior retail experience (preferred).
  • Strong customer service and communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Some of what you will get

  • Associate Discount
  • Flexible Benefit Plans
  • Group RRSP Program
  • Learning and Development Programs
  • Associate Recognition Programs

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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