AVP Tech Sales

Staples Promotional Products

Area Vice President responsible for Technology Solutions sales execution and team leadership at Staples. Overseeing profitability, growth, and strategic direction for the field-based sales organization.

Posted 5/13/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish priorities and accountabilities for Staples Technology Solutions field leadership.
Guide activities and monitor progress toward the achievement of annual goals, especially sales and gross margin goals.
Direct and guide the successful implementation of key strategic priorities/initiatives of the Technology Solutions business.
Establish solid working relationships with counterparts on Office Products and other Product Categories in order to foster a collaborative team selling environment with key stakeholders.
Work with the Technology Solutions VP/GM to set the strategic direction of the business.
Actively participate as a member of the senior leadership team to collaboratively establish priorities, objectives, and plans for implementation.
Engage with customers for larger project or programmatic sales opportunities.
Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships with Staples preferred suppliers.
Model the way for Technology Solutions Directors in terms of successful executive sales engagement; advance the sales process as required and assist in the closure of key sales opportunities.
Hiring of Technology Solutions Directors.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5 plus years related experience
Creative selling, project management skills and strategic planning experience
Prior experience with setting targets and design growth plans
Prior experience leading sales teams
Experience interfacing at the most senior levels at a customer site
Proficient in customer relationship management tools

Benefits

Comp & perks

Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities.
Strategic thinking and analytical problem-solving skills.
High level of professionalism and ethical conduct.

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementstrategic planningsales engagementtarget settinggrowth planning

Soft Skills

leadershipcollaborationrelationship buildingcommunicationcreativity