Happy Returns

Happy Returns, a UPS Company, is a U.S.-based firm focused on simplifying product returns for online merchants and their customers. Founded in 2015 and acquired by UPS in 2023, the company combines returns software with a nationwide reverse logistics network. This allows consumers to return items quickly and conveniently at nearly 10,000 "Return Bar" locations, including UPS Stores, Staples, and Ulta Beauty outlets, without the need for boxes or labels. The service enhances customer satisfaction by making returns hassle-free, which can improve merchants' Net Promoter Scores and reduce customer support demands. Happy Returns uses reusable totes for aggregated shipments to centralized Return Hubs, where returns are sorted and processed efficiently. The partnership with UPS has further strengthened its capabilities, enabling cost reductions and operational efficiencies. Happy Returns aims to expand its services to more major retailers in 2024 and beyond, continuing to improve the returns experience for both merchants and consumers.

Consumer Services Santa Monica, United States Founded 2015 ~117 employees

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Employees
117
-1.7% in the 3 months to Jun 2025
Revenue / employee
$855K
Revenue ~$100M
12-month attrition
16.6%
Tech: 8.2%
H1B filings, FY2026
5
Sponsors visas

Headcount trend

Happy Returns went from 82 employees in Jul 2023 to 117 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 5 people joined, 15 left.

Headcount data through Jun 2025

Org structure

Headcount by department

Engineering39
Other26
Operations14
Success12
Sales10
Product5
Finance3
HR3

Salaries at Happy Returns

All salaries

6 salary profiles in the US

Most reported roles

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Limited
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering17
Operations1

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 5 filings.

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Happy Returns FAQ

How many employees does Happy Returns have?

Happy Returns has about 117 employees, down 1.7% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.

Does Happy Returns sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Happy Returns filed 5 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

What is Happy Returns's revenue per employee?

Happy Returns makes about $855K in revenue per employee, based on $100M annual revenue and 117 employees.

How much does Happy Returns pay?

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

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