Administrative Assistant

Staples makes it easy to make more happen with more products and more ways to shop. Through its world-class retail, online and delivery capabilities, Staples lets customers shop however and whenever they want, whether it’s in store, online or on mobile devices. Staples offers more products than ever, in categories such as technology, facilities and breakroom, furniture, safety, and medical, as well as Copy & Print and Staples® EasyTechsm services.

The NAC Field Administrative Assistant is primarily responsible for providing regional level administrative support for the following sales teams up to and including RVP: Account Management, Business Development and Product Categories. They must have a professional and energetic approach as well as good time management skills and the ability to multi-task.

* Provides administrative support to include but not limited to answering phones, maintaining the filing system and databases, data entry, visitor support and PC equipment management * Supports the sales team with writing and maintaining business reviews and sales presentations as well as creating/preparing PowerPoint presentations * Generates, runs and formats reports/spreadsheets in Excel; compiles data as well as various tracking tools * Writes and edits executive-level correspondence * Conduct research and manages special projects as necessary * Assist with travel arrangements including necessary bookkeeping including expense/travel reporting * Coordinates and sets up conference calls and WebEx * Meeting management to include: meeting planning, set up & logistic, taking & distributing meeting minutes * Assist with preparation for special events, meetings and conferences; provides field marketing event support * Associate On-Boarding * Mail and Copy support: Open, sort, and distribute incoming mail * Staples Corporate Tax and W-9 Information * Perform other related duties as required or requested

**Basic Qualifications** * High school diploma or GED * Minimum one year experience in an office environment * Excellent oral and written communication skills with an emphasis in spelling and grammar * Proven multi-tasking capability and solid organizational skills * Ability to interact professionally with people at all levels in the organization * Basic computer skills to include; Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel **Preferred Qualifications** * Strong computer skills, including MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint * Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple high-level projects simultaneously, while maintaining keen attention to detail * 1-3 years supporting a sales or customer service organization that spans multiple locations * Experience in maintaining a professional attitude while managing multiple deadline-oriented projects