Job Description

Sr Data Analyst II, Quill

Work Model: Onsite, Lincolnshire, IL

Staples is business to business. You’re what binds us together.

About Staples:

Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the diversity of our people, products, and services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Team Summary:

Quill.com makes the job of ordering supplies easier and more rewarding. The company delivers everything from paper, ink, and toner to cleaning supplies and technology, showcasing exceptional customer service. Since being acquired by Staples in 1998, Quill has proven to be a trusted partner, consistently providing value and reliability to its customers.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Use analytical skills within SQL and Excel to support business decisions that drive revenue and profitability.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track key performance indicators (KPIs), providing regular updates to stakeholders across the organization, particularly in sales, loyalty, and promotions.
• Lead data-oriented projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business impact.
• Analyze a range of datasets to identify trends and patterns, creating dashboards, reports, and visualizations to monitor KPIs.
• Perform ad-hoc analysis to identify changes in KPIs and key drivers within the business.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy within team outputs.
• Continuously evaluate and improve analytical methods, tools, and processes to maintain a competitive edge in the market.
• Provide insights and recommendations to stakeholders, informing decisions across the organization.
• Build models to forecast outcomes related to changes within the business.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvement in customer experience, operational efficiency, and business growth.

What You Bring to the Table

• Strong analytical skills, including technical proficiency in SQL, Snowflake, advanced Excel, and data visualization.
• Experience with PowerBI or comparable business intelligence tools.
• Strong project management skills, including experience managing timelines and stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex data and analysis to stakeholders clearly and concisely.
• Ability to create a culture of success and inclusion, serving as a values ambassador.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with business leaders and merchandising partners.
• Proactive approach to addressing and independently guiding problem-solving efforts.
• Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with Business Unit and Finance partners.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (4-year degree) or equivalent work experience
• 4+ years of total work experience in data analysis
• 3 years working in data analysis using SQL, Excel, and BI tools, utilizing customer data
• 2 years in roles requiring project management and cross-functional collaboration
• 2 years in industries requiring rigorous analytical training (e.g., finance, consulting, technology)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of ecommerce best practices.
• Skills in statistical analysis.

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! https://careers.staples.com/Staples-Life/Benefits

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. 

Staples 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.