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

Quill is a valuable part of the Staples family of brands. Since 1956, Quill has held its position as a leader in office supplies.

Acquired by Staples in 1998, Quill delivers the essential services, solutions, and award-winning customer support to help our customers – and our people – thrive. When you partner with Quill, as a customer or as an associate, every workday is more rewarding.

From paper, ink & toner, to technology and custom print, we deliver the right products at the right value, plus an unmatched assortment of over 900 instant rewards available with every order.

What you’ll be doing:

• Mines and analyzes complex and unstructured data sets using advanced statistical methods for use in data driven decision making.
• Performs research, analysis, and modeling on organizational data.
• Develops and applies algorithms or models to key business metrics with the goal of improving operations or answering business questions.
• Provides findings and analysis for use in decision making.
• Performs work under minimal supervision.
• Handles complex issues and problems, and refers only the most complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Possesses comprehensive knowledge of subject matter.
• Provides leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to junior associates.
• May act as a lead.
• Typically reports to a manager.

What you bring to the table:

• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Problem/situation analysis.
• Ability to identify and seek needed information/research skills.
• Analytical thinking skills. Statistical knowledge.
• Technical expertise.
• Mathematical skills.

What’s needed- Basic Qualifications:

• Proficiency in SQL, Python, R, or similar data analysis tools.
• Experience with machine learning algorithms and statistical analysis
• Experience with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, or Kafka

What’s needed- Preferred Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.
• Master's degree in a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience in data science or a similar field

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!