Customer Returns and Shipping Associate

Staples

Columbia, SC0–2 yrs1h agovia LinkedInH-1B sponsor · 5 entry-level filings

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Who can apply
New grads and up to 2 years
Must know
Customer serviceSales
Work
On-site in Columbia
Pay
Not stated by the employer.
Skill demand
Customer service94%Sales28%of 144 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
Listed
Nov 10, 2026 · still open

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Job Title: Customer Returns and Shipping Associate

About the Role

Provide exceptional customer service and support customers with their shipping needs and unpackaged returns in a retail store. Be collaborative and inclusive within a fun, team-oriented retail culture. Training is provided.

Key Responsibilities

  • 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 for services such as Amazon returns or shipping packages via UPS.
  • Engage with customers to understand their shipping needs and explain different shipping options.
  • Maintain the shipping area to ensure efficient processing and storage of packages.
  • Ensure necessary supplies for shipping and returns are in stock.
  • Provide exceptional customer service to create a positive and inviting environment.
  • Use basic selling skills to engage customers and present solutions.
  • Be flexible with responsibilities, including online pick-ups, cleaning, and other assigned duties.

Requirements & Tech Stack

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

H-1B sponsor

Staples filed 5 entry-level H-1B applications for new hires (Oct 2025 - Jun 2026, Department of Labor).

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