Mail Room Lead

Cushman & Wakefield•Princeton, NJ

1d•$25 - $30

About The Position

The Mail Room Lead is responsible for overseeing daily shipping and receiving operations, including the receipt, inspection, and distribution of incoming shipments. This role ensures accurate inventory management, timely delivery of packages, and adherence to all standard operating procedures. In addition to hands-on responsibilities, the Lead provides guidance to team members, supports workflow coordination, and acts as a point of contact for escalations. Proficiency with systems such as CMMS, FedEx, UPS, Microsoft Outlook, and mobile devices (iPhones) is required to effectively manage operations and communication. This position plays a key role in maintaining operational efficiency and delivering a high level of customer service.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in shipping, receiving, logistics, or warehouse operations
Prior experience in a lead or supervisory role preferred
Valid driver’s license required; must be comfortable operating a company van (part-time driving responsibilities)
Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills
Proven ability to prioritize tasks, manage workflows, and support team productivity
Ability to work independently while providing direction to others
Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills with strong attention to detail
Comfortable with frequent lifting and physical activity
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and logistics/shipping systems preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee and coordinate daily shipping and receiving operations to ensure efficiency and accuracy
Receive, inspect, and document incoming and outgoing shipments
Package items using appropriate materials and containers (e.g., wooden crates, cardboard boxes, or preassembled packaging)
Unpack and examine deliveries; identify, report, and resolve discrepancies such as damages or shortages
Serve as the primary point of contact for shipping/receiving inquiries and escalations
Ensure adherence to customer-specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), including regulated processes
Train, mentor, and provide guidance to Shipping & Receiving team members
Monitor workflow, prioritize tasks, and assign duties as needed to meet operational demands
Safely lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds; push loads up to 100 pounds using hand trucks or dollies
Perform and coordinate daily deliveries and pickups across designated locations using a company vehicle
Maintain accurate and organized records; ensure compliance with all shipping and receiving protocols
Assist with conference room setups as needed
Oversee inventory levels and ordering of supplies to ensure operational readiness
Identify process improvement opportunities and support implementation of best practices
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

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.

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