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COMPANY OVERVIEW
Staples Business Depot is Canada’s largest supplier of
office supplies, business machines, computers, office furniture and business services
for the small business and home office customer. We have built our business on having the lowest prices on
national brand products everyday, and giving our customers the broadest
assortment of supplies and services, with associates who really care. Stores are located in all provinces
across Canada under the banners Staples
Business Depot and Bureau En Gros. As Canada’s fastest growing retailer, we are an unparalleled business success story. Staples Business Depot currently operates more than 175 stores across the country. By the end of 2001, we will have 201 stores across Canada. With a projected growth of 18-20 stores per year, Staples Business Depot offers current and future associates a wealth of opportunity for personal and professional growth. We achieved almost a billion dollars in sales in our first 6 years and growth of 145% per year over the last five years-and we’re not slowing down! WORKING AT STAPLES
BUSINESS DEPOT “Thinking Outside
the Box” More than just a corporate catch phrase, this philosophy encapsulates the mentality we encourage from our people and the way we do business. Our way of thinking has made us Canada’s largest office supplies and warehouse retailer. Our innovation, team building and superior customer service,
are all critical components of our continued growth. Our sales associates are focused on
solving business problems, whether it is helping find the right printer for a
computer, or giving suggestions on preparing a presentation. Diversity
and equality are the foundation of our employment practices. What Staples
Business Depot offers: § Competitive Salary + bonus § Continuous Development § Promotion Opportunities § Incentives Programs § Flexible Benefits § Employer RRSP Contributions § Stock Purchase Program § Motivating Environment We also offer a training program for college and university graduates. The 5-week program covers such technical topics as cash management, inventory control, merchandising, human resources functions and customer service. At the end of this initial training period, you will move into the store management ranks with an opportunity to progress through the 5 levels of store management. Those who join us within 6 months of graduation are eligible for a $6000 Tuition Payback Program. Our tremendous growth has produced fantastic opportunities for Retail Managers, Assistant Managers as well as Associates. The individuals who join our company enjoy exciting career advancement potential, excellent training and the opportunity to explore careers in support departments such as Merchandising, Operations, Human Resources, Real Estate and Finance. If you have a strong desire to succeed as well as the ability to lead and motivate others, contact us today!
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