Customer Returns and Shipping Associate

Staples; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Weekly pay

Associate discounts on merchandise and

401(k) plan with company match

Dental and vision insurance for full‑t

Job summary

Staples in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking Shipping Associates to support full-serve shipping, unpackaged returns, and in-store customer needs. You will engage customers, prepare packages for pickup with third-party carriers, and maintain an organized shipping area in a fast-paced retail setting.

The role emphasizes strong customer service, the ability to explain shipping options, and flexibility to cover various duties including online pickups and store upkeep.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates strong customer service and sales mindset.
• Able to adapt to varying store needs and duties.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct all Full-Serve Shipping and Unpackaged Returns activities, including customer engagement and preparing packages for pickup for 3rd party carriers.
• Provide strong customer service for returns and shipping options.
• Identify customer shipping needs and explain available options.
• Maintain the Shipping area for efficient processing and storage of packages.
• Ensure supplies for shipping and returns are stocked.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to create a positive environment for customers.
• Use basic selling skills to present solutions.
• Be flexible with duties (online pickups, cleaning, etc.).

Skills

Customer engagement

Flexible schedule

Heavy lifting

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Conflict management

Integrity

Job description

Shipping Associates provide exceptional customer service and have our customers’ needs in mind while helping them with their shipping needs and unpackaged returns in our retail store. You will be collaborative and inclusive in helping our customers while being part of a fun, team-oriented retail culture.

Get great perks.

• Flexible part time hours or full-time (depending on the store’s needs), generous paid time off, weekly pay and career development program
• Associate discounts on in-store and online merchandise, services and warranty plans
• Discounts at hundreds of retailers, restaurants and more
• 401(k) plan with a company match
• Dental and vision insurance, full-time eligible for medical coverage
• And many more benefits
• Compensation based on qualifications and experience

Help both your customer and your store win.

• Conduct all Full-Serve Shipping and Unpackaged Returns activities, including customer engagement and preparing packages for pick-up for 3rd party carriers
• Provide strong customer service, whether it’s an Amazon return, shipping a package via UPS or another related service.
• Engage in and identify customer needs for shipping and explain different shipping options
• Maintain the Shipping area to ensure efficient processing and storage of packages
• Ensure supplies required to process Ship and Returns are in stock
• Provide exceptional customer service to create a positive, inviting environment for customers
• Understand and use basic selling skills to engage and present solutions
• Be flexible on responsibilities (e.g., online pick-ups, cleaning, any other duties as assigned)

Essential Skills And Experience

• Able to work a flexible schedule based on the store’s needs
• Must be able to engage with customers and understand their needs to drive additional sales
• Ability to lift/push/move materials up to the 100-pound range
• Strong attention to detail, organization, ability to multi-task and manage priorities
• Ability to collaborate and work cooperatively in a high paced and sometimes stressful environment
• Manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner
• Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information

Staples does not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.