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We are currently hiring a Scrap Metal Account Executive in Mississippi! This position will be responsible for generating purchases of scrap metals (both Ferrous and Non-Ferrous) for the book of business throughout the state of Mississippi.
Position Highlights
- Full-time year-round salaried position with full benefits offered
- Medical, dental, vision insurance and 401(k) with Company match
- Vehicle allowance, Company paid cell phone, laptop
- Flexible Time Off plan (take time when you need it)
General Position Summary & Responsibilities
This position reports to the Regional Accounts Manager. This position is an outside sales role, responsible for generating purchases of scrap metals (both Ferrous and Non-Ferrous) for the book of business within his/her defined geographic area. Incumbent must have external sales/account management experience and will visit facilities of current and potential suppliers within their area which may include scrap metal dealers, demolition contractors, industrial manufacturers, auto wreckers, and any other scrap metal generating project or company. This role will continually seek new opportunities to buy scrap and develops relationships leading to the acquisition of all grades of metals.
This position will focus on developing and building customer/supplier relationships and negotiating prices and long-term contracts that build, grow, and retain the supplier base. Incumbent must be knowledgeable of all different types of Ferrous and Non-Ferrous scrap grades to assess the value, quality, and the required processing to maximize profit for the company. This position will work with several cross-functioning teams within the organization to successfully maximize volume and margin requirements based on the commercial strategy.
This buyer will be knowledgeable about the transportation, grading, handling, and processing costs for all commodities and possess a thorough understanding of the current pricing strategy. This position will understand current market conditions and be cognizant of customer’s and competitor’s pricing.
Essential Functions
Environmental and Health & Safety (H&S)
- Ensures safe work practices and equipment are always used and that documentation and current practices are in accordance with company safety policies, OSHA, and other regulatory guidelines. In addition, provides a safe environment for employees, customers, and visitors.
- Communicates and reinforces MRB’s position on scrap acceptance in line with Environmental, Health, and Safety regulations.
Operational Performance & Best Business Practices
- Communicates daily with current and potential suppliers, both in person and over the phone.
- Fosters current relationships and develops/expands supplier base.
- Communicates daily with other facilities per purchase contracts or known commitments.
- Educates and trains customers on scrap quality and acceptance policy; monitors to ensure compliance with current regulations.
- Competitive Bid Preparation:
- Prepares and submits bids in response to request for quotes.
- Works with the Inside Buyer to prepare standard bid forms for approval by the Regional Director of Commercial Operations.
- Calculates resources that will be needed to support the bid offering requirements.
- Metals Purchasing.
- Communicates daily with the Regional Account Manager or Director of Commercial Operations when confirming bids or pricing requests that come in for a significant quantity of material.
- Reviews current market conditions and the company’s inventory position with the Commercial Operations team to obtain guidance before making significant or long-term purchases.
- Encourages suppliers to move product to the facilities as quickly as possible.
- Advance Payments.
- Advances payments to suppliers in accordance with published MRB and regional policy.
Servicing of Existing Supplier Base (50% of work week)
- Reviews transactions and purchase activities daily.
- Ensures proper pricing is on hand for the Commercial Operations team and Scale Receiving teams.
- Verifies that the scale purchase system has the latest pricing and coordinates with the facility’s Office Manager to ensure the pricing is continuously brought up to date.
- Entertains and maintains a requisite relationship with key top-tier customers to ensure the best customer service and added value experience for our suppliers/customers.
Marketing & Business Development (25% of work week)
- Works with the Regional Account Manager to develop a written plan of action.
- Spends approximately 25% of the work week in search of new business to build his/her own book of business.
- Portrays a positive image for Schnitzer Metals Recycling Business (MRB) during discussions or visits with customers.
Administrative Management (25% of work week)
- Coordinates with office staff to ensure accurate and timely documentation of all purchasing transactions.
- Provides weekly reports on number of visits to customers, quantity and quality of material purchased, follow-up action that is anticipated or required, expense reports, etc.
- Monitors and maintains exempt and and/or hourly staff at cost effective and competitive levels.
- Monitors supervisory practices for self and direct reports to ensure compliance with HR policies and union contracts, as applicable.
- Reviews performance of direct reports.
- Interviews prospective management and/or production employees.
- Works with Human Resources personnel to prepare job descriptions.
Special Projects
- Performs special projects or other duties as needed or assigned.
Internal Control Responsibilities
Supports the Company’s Internal Control process which includes understanding, communicating, and complying with defined internal controls as well as suggesting and making modifications to the policies, procedures, and controls to better relate to the business.
Communicates upward problems in operations, noncompliance with the code of conduct, or other policy violations or illegal actions.
Job Conditions
Average office environment: occasional exposure to dirt and dust related to scrap yard environment. Work pressure can be substantial during peak times, requiring considerable adaptability; disturbances of workflow, and/or irregularities in work schedule are expected to occur on an intermittent basis. Offsite work involves meeting in person with current or potential customers and visiting other Schnitzer locations. Regional travel required.
Physical Activities Required to Perform Essential Functions: (see standard available bullets)
Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods of time, up to 6-8 hours per day; bend at waist; operate a vehicle, use hands to write or keyboard; assemble papers, staple; photocopy; use ten-key; be mobile within an average office environment; and communicate by phone and in person in a professional manner. Visual acuity to read detailed documents, inspect material and use a computer.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree preferred, but not required.
- One to four years sales or non-procurement buying experience. Preference given to candidates with exposure or experience in the scrap metal industry.
- Valid drivers license.
Skills
- Superior customer service skills
- Windows XP, which includes Outlook
- Tact and ability to communicate with people at all levels, both orally and in writing, in a professional manner
- Excellent mathematical and problem-solving skills
- Strong negotiation skills attention to detail and accuracy
- Basic typing and data entry skills.
- Ability to: have practical understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form; deal with problems involving several specific variables in or from standard situations.
This position offers competitive pay along with a variety of benefits including medical, dental and vision plans for both you and your dependents; 401k with company match, Flexible Time Off, and paid holidays.
PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
All U.S. applicants must be 18 years of age or older and all Canada applicants must be 16 years of age or older.
Radius Recycling participates in e-verify for all U.S. new hires.
An offer of U.S. employment by Radius Recycling or any of its subsidiaries is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen and background check.
All new hires must review and sign an Arbitration Agreement. This applies to all U.S. non-union employees.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Radius Recycling does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, disability status, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, age, prior industrial injury, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status under local, state or federal law.
NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED – PAID TRAINING PROVIDED – JOB SECURITYThe Postal Service is the largest government related agency in terms of employees. The Postal Service currently employs nearly 1 million people and is hiring nationwide. There is NO experience required, paid training is provided for all job openings. There are MANY different positions available. The job openings range in starting salary from $26.47 to $43.62/hour, $72,400/year average pay with full benefits. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, paid vacations, paid sick leave, 10 paid holidays, life insurance, and a retirement plan. Postal Service employment also includes career advancement, good working conditions, and GREAT job security.
The Postal Service is the largest government related agency in terms of employees, currently employing nearly 1 million people. There are retail locations, mail distribution centers and Postal hubs within the Postal Service's operations. The Postal Service is currently hiring and there are MANY different positions available. The Postal Service has excellent and challenging employment opportunities. Postal Service employment includes great pay, good working conditions, career advancement, and job security that can lead to a lifetime career. To qualify for employment, you must be 18 years of age or older, have a high school diploma or a GED (NO college required) and be a U.S. citizen (or have a Green card).
Postal Service operations are wide ranging from Mail Processing, handling and sorting mail to sales and marketing teams that work with commercial customers. Postal facilities process a large volume of mail. Mail Processor is one of the most important jobs of the Postal Service. Mail Processors sort mail and handle the mail, so that it can be moved to the next destination. There are specific individuals that are responsible for shipping and receiving mail.
The Postal Service currently employs nearly 1 Million people. There are many employment opportunities with the Postal Service from entry level to management. Certain career fields exist in most or all of its departments. Fields such as Mail Processor, administrative, general office, accountant, administrative assistant, auditor, bookkeeper, office assistant, secretary, staff assistant, typist, etc. To allow a better understanding of the Postal Service Mail Processor position, the following is a brief description.
- Mail Processor – Performs a variety of functions to accomplish the processing of mail. Functions may include the sorting and handling of mail and preparing mail for shipment to the next destination.
The Postal Service was created over 200 years ago and is the largest agency in terms of employees, currently employing nearly 1 Million people. There are retail locations, mail distribution centers and Postal hubs within the Postal Service's operations. The Postal Service operates over 30,000 post office location. Over 600 million pieces of mail are delivered by the Post Office to as many as 142 million different delivery points. This totals over 170 billion pieces of mail being delivered annually. The Postal Service operates over 200,000 vehicles and has the largest vehicle fleet in the world. Most of the fleet is right hand drive for easier mail delivery. Labor Services is a private employment service that offers assistance in gaining employment and is not affiliated with the USPS. The Postal Service employs nearly 1 million people and is currently hiring nationwide and there are many positions available. There is no experience required. Postal Service employment includes great pay and benefits, good working conditions, career advancement, and great job security that can lead to a lifetime career. The Postal Service is an equal opportunity employer.
NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED – PAID TRAINING PROVIDED – JOB SECURITYThe Postal Service is the largest government related agency in terms of employees. The Postal Service currently employs nearly 1 million people and is hiring nationwide. There is NO experience required, paid training is provided for all job openings. There are MANY different positions available. The job openings range in starting salary from $26.47 to $43.62/hour, $72,400/year average pay with full benefits. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, paid vacations, paid sick leave, 10 paid holidays, life insurance, and a retirement plan. Postal Service employment also includes career advancement, good working conditions, and GREAT job security.
The Postal Service is the largest government related agency in terms of employees, currently employing nearly 1 million people. There are retail locations, mail distribution centers and Postal hubs within the Postal Service's operations. The Postal Service is currently hiring and there are MANY different positions available. The Postal Service has excellent and challenging employment opportunities. Postal Service employment includes great pay, good working conditions, career advancement, and job security that can lead to a lifetime career. To qualify for employment, you must be 18 years of age or older, have a high school diploma or a GED (NO college required) and be a U.S. citizen (or have a Green card).
Postal Service operations are wide ranging from Mail Processing, handling and sorting mail to sales and marketing teams that work with commercial customers. Postal facilities process a large volume of mail. Mail Processor is one of the most important jobs of the Postal Service. Mail Processors sort mail and handle the mail, so that it can be moved to the next destination. There are specific individuals that are responsible for shipping and receiving mail.
The Postal Service currently employs nearly 1 Million people. There are many employment opportunities with the Postal Service from entry level to management. Certain career fields exist in most or all of its departments. Fields such as Mail Processor, administrative, general office, accountant, administrative assistant, auditor, bookkeeper, office assistant, secretary, staff assistant, typist, etc. To allow a better understanding of the Postal Service Mail Processor position, the following is a brief description.
- Mail Processor – Performs a variety of functions to accomplish the processing of mail. Functions may include the sorting and handling of mail and preparing mail for shipment to the next destination.
The Postal Service was created over 200 years ago and is the largest agency in terms of employees, currently employing nearly 1 Million people. There are retail locations, mail distribution centers and Postal hubs within the Postal Service's operations. The Postal Service operates over 30,000 post office location. Over 600 million pieces of mail are delivered by the Post Office to as many as 142 million different delivery points. This totals over 170 billion pieces of mail being delivered annually. The Postal Service operates over 200,000 vehicles and has the largest vehicle fleet in the world. Most of the fleet is right hand drive for easier mail delivery. Labor Services is a private employment service that offers assistance in gaining employment and is not affiliated with the USPS. The Postal Service employs nearly 1 million people and is currently hiring nationwide and there are many positions available. There is no experience required. Postal Service employment includes great pay and benefits, good working conditions, career advancement, and great job security that can lead to a lifetime career. The Postal Service is an equal opportunity employer.
NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED – PAID TRAINING PROVIDED – JOB SECURITYThe Postal Service is the largest government related agency in terms of employees. The Postal Service currently employs nearly 1 million people and is hiring nationwide. There is NO experience required, paid training is provided for all job openings. There are MANY different positions available. The job openings range in starting salary from $26.47 to $43.62/hour, $72,400/year average pay with full benefits. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, paid vacations, paid sick leave, 10 paid holidays, life insurance, and a retirement plan. Postal Service employment also includes career advancement, good working conditions, and GREAT job security.
The Postal Service is the largest government related agency in terms of employees, currently employing nearly 1 million people. There are retail locations, mail distribution centers and Postal hubs within the Postal Service's operations. The Postal Service is currently hiring and there are MANY different positions available. The Postal Service has excellent and challenging employment opportunities. Postal Service employment includes great pay, good working conditions, career advancement, and job security that can lead to a lifetime career. To qualify for employment, you must be 18 years of age or older, have a high school diploma or a GED (NO college required) and be a U.S. citizen (or have a Green card).
Postal Service operations are wide ranging from Mail Processing, handling and sorting mail to sales and marketing teams that work with commercial customers. Postal facilities process a large volume of mail. Mail Processor is one of the most important jobs of the Postal Service. Mail Processors sort mail and handle the mail, so that it can be moved to the next destination. There are specific individuals that are responsible for shipping and receiving mail.
The Postal Service currently employs nearly 1 Million people. There are many employment opportunities with the Postal Service from entry level to management. Certain career fields exist in most or all of its departments. Fields such as Mail Processor, administrative, general office, accountant, administrative assistant, auditor, bookkeeper, office assistant, secretary, staff assistant, typist, etc. To allow a better understanding of the Postal Service Mail Processor position, the following is a brief description.
- Mail Processor – Performs a variety of functions to accomplish the processing of mail. Functions may include the sorting and handling of mail and preparing mail for shipment to the next destination.
The Postal Service was created over 200 years ago and is the largest agency in terms of employees, currently employing nearly 1 Million people. There are retail locations, mail distribution centers and Postal hubs within the Postal Service's operations. The Postal Service operates over 30,000 post office location. Over 600 million pieces of mail are delivered by the Post Office to as many as 142 million different delivery points. This totals over 170 billion pieces of mail being delivered annually. The Postal Service operates over 200,000 vehicles and has the largest vehicle fleet in the world. Most of the fleet is right hand drive for easier mail delivery. Labor Services is a private employment service that offers assistance in gaining employment and is not affiliated with the USPS. The Postal Service employs nearly 1 million people and is currently hiring nationwide and there are many positions available. There is no experience required. Postal Service employment includes great pay and benefits, good working conditions, career advancement, and great job security that can lead to a lifetime career. The Postal Service is an equal opportunity employer.
NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED – PAID TRAINING PROVIDED – JOB SECURITYThe Postal Service is the largest government related agency in terms of employees. The Postal Service currently employs nearly 1 million people and is hiring nationwide. There is NO experience required, paid training is provided for all job openings. There are MANY different positions available. The job openings range in starting salary from $26.47 to $43.62/hour, $72,400/year average pay with full benefits. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, paid vacations, paid sick leave, 10 paid holidays, life insurance, and a retirement plan. Postal Service employment also includes career advancement, good working conditions, and GREAT job security.
The Postal Service is the largest government related agency in terms of employees, currently employing nearly 1 million people. There are retail locations, mail distribution centers and Postal hubs within the Postal Service's operations. The Postal Service is currently hiring and there are MANY different positions available. The Postal Service has excellent and challenging employment opportunities. Postal Service employment includes great pay, good working conditions, career advancement, and job security that can lead to a lifetime career. To qualify for employment, you must be 18 years of age or older, have a high school diploma or a GED (NO college required) and be a U.S. citizen (or have a Green card).
Postal Service operations are wide ranging from Mail Processing, handling and sorting mail to sales and marketing teams that work with commercial customers. Postal facilities process a large volume of mail. Mail Processor is one of the most important jobs of the Postal Service. Mail Processors sort mail and handle the mail, so that it can be moved to the next destination. There are specific individuals that are responsible for shipping and receiving mail.
The Postal Service currently employs nearly 1 Million people. There are many employment opportunities with the Postal Service from entry level to management. Certain career fields exist in most or all of its departments. Fields such as Mail Processor, administrative, general office, accountant, administrative assistant, auditor, bookkeeper, office assistant, secretary, staff assistant, typist, etc. To allow a better understanding of the Postal Service Mail Processor position, the following is a brief description.
- Mail Processor – Performs a variety of functions to accomplish the processing of mail. Functions may include the sorting and handling of mail and preparing mail for shipment to the next destination.
The Postal Service was created over 200 years ago and is the largest agency in terms of employees, currently employing nearly 1 Million people. There are retail locations, mail distribution centers and Postal hubs within the Postal Service's operations. The Postal Service operates over 30,000 post office location. Over 600 million pieces of mail are delivered by the Post Office to as many as 142 million different delivery points. This totals over 170 billion pieces of mail being delivered annually. The Postal Service operates over 200,000 vehicles and has the largest vehicle fleet in the world. Most of the fleet is right hand drive for easier mail delivery. Labor Services is a private employment service that offers assistance in gaining employment and is not affiliated with the USPS. The Postal Service employs nearly 1 million people and is currently hiring nationwide and there are many positions available. There is no experience required. Postal Service employment includes great pay and benefits, good working conditions, career advancement, and great job security that can lead to a lifetime career. The Postal Service is an equal opportunity employer.
Shift Leader Job Essentials:
-Must be able to demonstrate you are committed, hard-working, honest and friendly.
-Excellent customer service skills
-Reliable transportation to and from work (daily)
-Ability to work with computers
-Ability to assist the General Manager with team building
-Ability to coach and lead a team with no supervision
-Ability to maintain a positive atmosphere of teamwork and full of energy
-Ability to communicate to all team members
-Sales Skills
Additional Responsibilities:
-Be professional and courteous with all customers
-Promptly handle all customer concerns by delighting each of our customers
-Willing to open and close stores
-Willing to perform and uphold daily cleaning duties
-Willing to maintain a safe and organized restaurant for employees and customers
We are actively hiring for a full time or part time Shift Leader to join our team. We can't wait to meet you. Apply today!
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
As a Key Account Executive supporting State, Local, and Education (SLED) clients, you will be at the forefront of driving growth and delivering exceptional value to our customers across the U.This position is a vital part of our world-class sales organization, connecting businesses with the products and solutions they need to thrive. We're seeking passionate professionals ready to leverage cutting-edge tools, collaborate across functions, and build lasting customer relationships. Utilize prescribed selling tools to prioritize activities and drive efficiency, as well as to document customer engagement and information (ex: Prioritized Insights and SFDC)
Profitably grow book of business by hunting programming and all opportunities across the full account hierarchy.
Partner with Outside Developers to drive sales through program compliance at all account sites
Lead Key Account selling team (i.e. category experts, site development, CSM, sales engineers, etc.) to execute account growth plan
Collaborate with Revenue Management Team on specific opportunities to make discretionary pricing decisions based on knowledge of the account and assessment of future spend potential, as well as pass BPIs based on contract language
Exhibit high level of business acumen and sales methodologies to discover incremental opportunities and align with the customers' vision and initiatives (ex: Expertise of customer industry buying process and ability to support product selection and standardization of products assortments.
Engage CSM to manage customer experience and complete customer maintenance requests.
Establishes and maintains business management relationships with the senior executive team members within customer base.
Experience in Education, State & Local Government beneficial but not a requirement
Experience and proven track record of managing programs or business development
Ability to interface at customer's most senior levels
Consultative selling, solutions selling, insight selling, negotiation and advanced client management skills
Ability to set targets, design customer growth plans and work with product category sales team members
Strong business, financial, operations and technology acumen
Ability to analyze customer data, business and industry trends to create tailored solutions for customers based upon Staples value proposition
Ability to function independently with minimal daily supervision
Experience and proven track record of managing programs or business development
Solid knowledge of Office Supplies including facility and breakroom, technology products, business furniture, print and promotional products
Ability to interface at customer's most senior levels
Consultative selling, solutions selling, insight selling, negotiation and advanced client management skills
Ability design strategic customer growth plans and work with product category sales team members
Strong business, financial, operations and technology acumen
Ability to analyze customer data, business and industry trends to create tailored solutions for customers based upon Staples value proposition
Ability to function independently with minimal daily supervision
Individual will oversee pricing negotiations for specific sales opportunities.
Individual will be responsible for coordinating and executing account planning processes in conjunction with category experts and customer experience teams.
Bachelor's degree or relevant experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other basic software tools
Prior account management and prospective experience with Fortune 1000 accounts
Had responsibility for a sales budget and track record of exceeding quota
Managed a complex deal shaping from start to finish
Experience with business-to-business sales process
Had responsibility to retain and grow accounts
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!
Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the diversity of our people, products, and services.
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.
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
At Staples, "inclusion" is an action word. It represents what we do to ensure that all employees feel valued and supported to contribute to their fullest potential. When we operate inclusively, diversity naturally follows. The result is a better workplace and innovative thinking that helps us exceed our customers' expectations – through the power of the people behind our iconic brand. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
As a Key Account Executive supporting State, Local, and Education (SLED) clients, you will be at the forefront of driving growth and delivering exceptional value to our customers across the U.This position is a vital part of our world-class sales organization, connecting businesses with the products and solutions they need to thrive. We're seeking passionate professionals ready to leverage cutting-edge tools, collaborate across functions, and build lasting customer relationships. Utilize prescribed selling tools to prioritize activities and drive efficiency, as well as to document customer engagement and information (ex: Prioritized Insights and SFDC)
Profitably grow book of business by hunting programming and all opportunities across the full account hierarchy.
Partner with Outside Developers to drive sales through program compliance at all account sites
Lead Key Account selling team (i.e. category experts, site development, CSM, sales engineers, etc.) to execute account growth plan
Collaborate with Revenue Management Team on specific opportunities to make discretionary pricing decisions based on knowledge of the account and assessment of future spend potential, as well as pass BPIs based on contract language
Exhibit high level of business acumen and sales methodologies to discover incremental opportunities and align with the customers' vision and initiatives (ex: Expertise of customer industry buying process and ability to support product selection and standardization of products assortments.
Engage CSM to manage customer experience and complete customer maintenance requests.
Establishes and maintains business management relationships with the senior executive team members within customer base.
Experience in Education, State & Local Government beneficial but not a requirement
Experience and proven track record of managing programs or business development
Ability to interface at customer's most senior levels
Consultative selling, solutions selling, insight selling, negotiation and advanced client management skills
Ability to set targets, design customer growth plans and work with product category sales team members
Strong business, financial, operations and technology acumen
Ability to analyze customer data, business and industry trends to create tailored solutions for customers based upon Staples value proposition
Ability to function independently with minimal daily supervision
Experience and proven track record of managing programs or business development
Solid knowledge of Office Supplies including facility and breakroom, technology products, business furniture, print and promotional products
Ability to interface at customer's most senior levels
Consultative selling, solutions selling, insight selling, negotiation and advanced client management skills
Ability design strategic customer growth plans and work with product category sales team members
Strong business, financial, operations and technology acumen
Ability to analyze customer data, business and industry trends to create tailored solutions for customers based upon Staples value proposition
Ability to function independently with minimal daily supervision
Individual will oversee pricing negotiations for specific sales opportunities.
Individual will be responsible for coordinating and executing account planning processes in conjunction with category experts and customer experience teams.
Bachelor's degree or relevant experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other basic software tools
Prior account management and prospective experience with Fortune 1000 accounts
Had responsibility for a sales budget and track record of exceeding quota
Managed a complex deal shaping from start to finish
Experience with business-to-business sales process
Had responsibility to retain and grow accounts
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!
Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the diversity of our people, products, and services.
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.
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
At Staples, "inclusion" is an action word. It represents what we do to ensure that all employees feel valued and supported to contribute to their fullest potential. When we operate inclusively, diversity naturally follows. The result is a better workplace and innovative thinking that helps us exceed our customers' expectations – through the power of the people behind our iconic brand. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
In this role, you will work directly with clients who have requested information about life insurance and financial protection programs.
You’ll be trained to guide clients through their options and help them secure the right coverage for their needs.
This is a performance-based opportunity with strong income potential, ongoing training, and a clear path to leadership.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Job Title: Manager of Accounts Payable
Location: New Haven, CT (Hybrid)
Duration: Fulltime
("US citizens and Green Card Holders and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor H1b candidates at this time.”)
A reasonable, good faith estimate of the minimum and maximum for this position is $90K/year to $110K/year with benefits
Job Description:
Job Summary:
The Accounts Payable Manager oversees the daily operations of the accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and expense reimbursements, while maintaining a strong business partnering relationship with Procurement and other areas within the company ports. This role is responsible for maintaining strong internal controls, managing vendor relationships, and leading a team of AP analysts and AP specialists to support the companys financial operations. It also oversees the annual AP-related IRS tax reporting, Connecticut Sales tax reporting, and quarterly and year-end AP accrual reporting, as well as any special projects.
The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, including hands-on experience designing, building, and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics to support data-driven decision-making.
Core Responsibilities
- Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process, including invoice processing, payment runs, and expense reimbursements andmakes recommendations on hiring, performance appraisals, and all related employment issues.
- Supervise and mentor AP staff, providing training, performance feedback, and development opportunities.
- Developing, implementing, and maintaining systems, procedures and internal controls (AP-related) to ensure adherence to companypolicies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements and drivingprocess improvements through effective use of systems.
- Design, track, and analyze AP-related KPIs and operational metrics, using data-driven insights to enhance process accuracy, efficiency, and control performance.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation for all AP transactions.
- Monitor aging reports and ensure timely payments to vendors.
- Interact regularly with upper management, other internal customer departments, and external customers to identify and integrate solutions that meet the company's goals both financially and operationally.
- Interact with the Procurement department and external vendors as needed to resolve unusual costing or receipt problems.
- Oversee IRS (1099 & 1042) and Connecticut sales tax reporting.
- Oversee quarterly and year-end AP accrual reporting and performing account reconciliations, resolving discrepancies.
- Assist with audits and provide necessary documentation.
- Research and respond to inquiries from K of C staff and vendors; resolves issues.
Skill Qualifications
Required:
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and AP best practices
- Supervisory skills or ability
- Experience in a high-volume, multi-entity environment
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Strong technical and analytical skills with demonstrated experience building, monitoring, and interpreting KPIs and operational metrics
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Customerserviceoriented with strong oral, listening, and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience with federal and state tax forms
- Attention to detail
- Sound judgment
Systems/Technical Knowledge:
- Exposure to large-scale enterprise, financial systems (e.g. SAP)
- Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Education and Experience Qualifications
Required:
- BS in Accounting
- 5-7 years of experience, preferably in Accounts Payable, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
- Familiarity with automated AP tools and workflow systems.
- CPA or CMA certification preferred
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
