Staples is business to business. You're what binds us together.
Our merchandising team aims to deliver the best value and selection to our customers through products, services and solutions all centered around our customers' needs. We are driven by customer insights and analytics to bring products and solutions to market seamlessly. We're inclusive, well-rounded professionals who have deep experience in buying, selling, negotiating, operations, design, innovation, finance and more.
What you will be doing:
Design and deliver packaging across consumables and CPG categories, ensuring consistency across formats, sizes, and large SKU portfolios
Own packaging from concept through production with a strong focus on execution, accuracy, and production readiness
Lead versioning and adaptation across complex SKU assortments while maintaining brand consistency and speed-to-market
Apply expertise in dielines, color, materials, print methods, and vendor specifications to deliver high-quality results
Collaborate cross-functionally with Brand, Merchandising, Product Development, Sourcing, and Marketing teams
Partner with packaging structural engineers to align graphics with structure, materials, and manufacturing constraints
Develop scalable packaging systems, templates, and documentation to support efficiency and consistency
Manage vendor handoffs, ensuring final production meets design and quality standards
Provide direction to external agencies and production partners to maintain high-quality execution
Create high-fidelity mockups and conceptual layouts to support stakeholder alignment and production readiness
Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
What You Bring to the Table:
Strong understanding of print production, packaging specifications, materials, and manufacturing processes
Excellent communication skills and ability to present to stakeholders
High attention to detail and commitment to quality
Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities
Collaborative mindset and strong interpersonal skills
Ability to balance creativity with production constraints
Proactive problem-solving mindset
Adaptability in a fast-paced environment
Ownership mindset with focus on results
What's needed: Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Packaging Design, Visual Communications, or
equivalent work experience
5+ years of experience as a Packaging Graphic Designer in an in-house or corporate setting
Strong portfolio showcasing conceptual and production-ready packaging work with a focus on consumables or CPG
Experience working within scalable packaging systems
Proven ability to manage versioning across multiple SKUs and formats
Experience collaborating with packaging engineers and production partners
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma
Experience working with external agencies
Working knowledge of generative AI tools
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supporting large-scale packaging rollouts in national retail environments
Familiarity with sustainable packaging materials
Experience building modular packaging systems
Strong understanding of typography and visual hierarchy
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.
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.