Staples

Staples is a prominent provider of office supplies and services, founded in 1985. The company opened its first store in Brighton, Massachusetts, in 1986, pioneering the office supplies superstore concept. Over the years, Staples has expanded its operations into Canada and Europe, establishing a strong presence in the market. Staples offers a wide range of services, including retail operations with numerous stores across the U.S. and internationally. The company provides delivery and online services through its catalog and internet platforms, catering to both small businesses and larger companies. Many locations also offer printing and copying services for various materials. Staples sells an extensive array of products, including office supplies, technology and electronics, and office furniture and decor. Targeting small business owners, Staples serves as a one-stop solution for office supply needs while also catering to individual consumers. The company remains a significant player in the office supply industry, focusing on comprehensive office solutions for its diverse customer base.

Retail Framingham, United States ~14,013 employees

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Employees
14,013
+0.3% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$1.3M
Revenue ~$18.2B
12-month attrition
8%
Tech: 13.6%
H1B filings, FY2026
86
Sponsors visas
Open jobs
590
Last 30 days

Headcount trend

Staples went from 14,025 employees in Oct 2024 to 14,013 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 372 people joined, 313 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other5,304
Sales3,159
Operations2,362
Engineering843
Marketing776
Success650
Finance393
Design272

Salaries at Staples

All salaries

119 salary profiles in the US

Most reported roles

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity · India salaries

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Moderate
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering349
Operations21
Marketing19
IT14
Consulting3

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 86 filings.

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Staples FAQ

How many employees does Staples have?

Staples has about 14,013 employees, up 0.3% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

Does Staples sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Staples filed 86 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

What is Staples's revenue per employee?

Staples makes about $1.3M in revenue per employee, based on $18.25B annual revenue and 14,013 employees.

How much does Staples pay?

6figr has 119 salary profiles for Staples in the US and 12 in India, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Staples salaries page. See Staples salaries in the US

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.