Shipping & Receiving Specialist I

Job Title

Shipping & Receiving Specialist I

Job Description Summary

The Shipping & Receiving Specialist II builds upon the foundational duties of Specialist I by taking on more advanced logistical responsibilities, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring full compliance with shipping regulations and internal SOPs. This role requires a strong grasp of inventory systems, shipping protocols, and the ability to troubleshoot issues independently. Specialist II plays a key role in optimizing shipping workflows, supporting cross-functional teams, and managing sensitive or regulated materials.

Schedule:

Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform all duties outlined in the Shipping & Receiving Specialist I role.

• Lead daily shipping and receiving operations in the absence of a supervisor.

• Ensure timely handling of perishable and time-sensitive shipments.

• Follow protocols for handling materials including documentation and regulatory compliance.

• Conduct follow-ups with recipients and senders as needed.

• Train and mentor new or junior team members.

• Coordinate with vendors and internal departments to resolve shipping discrepancies.

• Ensure compliance with domestic and international shipping regulations (e.g., IATA, DOT).

• Maintain and audit inventory records and shipping logs for accuracy.

• Assist in developing and refining SOPs for shipping and receiving processes.

• Operate forklifts or other warehouse equipment as needed (certification preferred).

• Support logistics planning for large-scale or high-priority shipments.

• Provide input on supply chain improvements and cost-saving opportunities.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in shipping, receiving, or logistics.

• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in CMMS, Microsoft Office Suite, and FedEx/UPS systems.

• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and push up to 100 pounds.

• Forklift certification preferred.

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

The compensation for the position is: $27.20 - $32.00

C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at C&W Services, please call the ADA line at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io . Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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