Sr SEO Strategist

Framingham, MA (On-site)

$90K/yr – $130K/yrSenior Level7+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive senior SEO strategy for Staples Business site, combining technical SEO, content optimization, and cross-functional delivery.

  • Must-have: 7+ years of SEO experience and proficiency with SEMrush, Ahrefs, and Google Search Console.
  • Standout: Proven cross-functional collaboration with Product, Engineering, Analytics, and Marketing to deliver scalable SEO solutions.
  • Standout: Ownership of technical SEO, site performance, and long-term roadmaps across templates and pages.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and analyze weekly SEO metrics, trends, and performance using industry-standard tools; provide actionable insights in weekly reporting.
  • Identify and prioritize SEO opportunities for Staples Business site and Stores, including keyword optimization, page structure improvements, internal linking, and metadata refinement.
  • Partner with product, content, and UX teams to implement SEO best practices in both new templates and existing page designs.
  • Ensure site adherence to technical SEO standards, including compatibility for crawling and indexing, page speed, and mobile friendliness.
  • Conduct competitive analysis and identify opportunities for improved ranking and visibility in key print-related search segments.
  • Establish SEO guidelines and integrate them into department plans and roadmaps.
  • Coordinate tactics with PPC manager for balanced coverage of paid and organic listings.
  • Stay current with SEO trends, algorithm updates, and tools to proactively adapt strategies.
  • Prepare and present SEO performance reports and project updates to stakeholders and leadership.
  • Proficiency in oral and written communication, including the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring clarity and alignment.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience.
  • 7+ years of SEO experience.
  • Advanced understanding of search engine industry and algorithms; familiarity with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, XHTML, and AJAX.
  • Proficiency in SEO tools: SEMrush, Ahrefs, Google Search Console, Screaming Frog.
  • Highly proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; experience in web metric programs (Adobe Analytics, Google Analytics).
  • Proven ability to work cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, Analytics, and Marketing teams to prioritize and deliver scalable solutions.
  • Understanding of UX and Usability principles and their impact on SEO.

Preferred

  • Experience with local search optimization.
  • Prior experience improving SEO performance for B2B industries.
  • Experience working with Agile development teams and SEO sprint integration.

Benefits

  • 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! https://careers.staples.com/Staples-Life/Benefits
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Staples Inc.

For nearly 40 years, Staples has been a trusted leader in delivering end-to-end workplace solutions for consumers and businesses of all sizes across a broad range of industries. The company provides a comprehensive portfolio of products, strategic solutions, and services including print and marketing, shipping, technology, and travel. Its specialized assortment includes high-quality office supplies, janitorial products, technology, furniture, and breakroom essentials, all supported by best-in-class supply chain capabilities and a dedicated team of experts committed to making the workday easier. Headquartered near Boston, Massachusetts, Staples operates throughout North America via direct B2B sales, e-commerce, and more than 900 retail stores. To learn more, visit your local U.S. Staples store, download the Staples app, explore Staples.com or StaplesBusiness.com, or follow @Staples on social media.

Founded in 1986
Framingham, Massachusetts, USA
33K employees (2,692 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
12.1M
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$1.7M
Traffic Source Mix
Search
42.3%
Direct
50.8%
Referral
5.1%
Social
0.7%
Paid
0.9%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~32.6K

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
1,470 (5% of company)
Median Career Experience
18 years
Median Tenure
16.6 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
3

Funding

Total Funding
$7M
Last Raise
$7M
Grant, 2 years ago

Funding History

  • Jul 2024
    Grant • $7M
  • Nov 1999
    Post IPO Equity

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