Receiving Assistant

Full Time Entry Level

Posted 4 weeks ago

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About This Role

The Receiving Assistant supports the Receiving Manager in the efficient operation of the receiving department by accurately processing incoming and outgoing products, managing inventory, and maintaining organization. This role also provides world-class customer service and supports overall store activities.

Responsibilities

  • Provide world-class customer service
  • Assist in accurately receiving all incoming products, including date, accuracy, and damage checking
  • Scan all incoming and outgoing product
  • Stage products for efficient delivery to the sales floor
  • Process Purchase Orders (POs), Return Purchase Orders (RPOs), mispicks, invoices, and paperwork timely and accurately
  • Research and process all discrepancies
  • Communicate with department managers regarding delivery issues and vendor out-of-stocks
  • Operate a forklift and pallet jack as required
  • Maintain a clean and organized back room
  • Handle register functions, customer returns, and complaints, and cover cashier shifts
  • Assist in training and monitoring department personnel
  • Continually increase product knowledge and use SAP and inventory management software

Requirements

  • Ability to manage changing priorities and stay focused
  • Possess a sense of urgency
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Highly organized with great attention to detail
  • Ability to take direction and follow through
  • Cashier trained and able to count currency
  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook

Qualifications

  • High School diploma, GED or equivalent preferred.
  • 1 year of experience in grocery/retail or receiving environment preferred; 1 year of experience supervising others preferred.

Nice to Have

  • Natural foods background

Skills

Excel * Outlook * MS Word * SAP * Forklift * Pallet Jack * Inventory management software *

* Required skills

Benefits

Dental Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Company-paid short-term disability insurance
Paid Time Off (sick days and vacation)
Paid Medical Leave (through company paid short-term disability insurance)
Vision Insurance
Company Paid Life Insurance
Employee referral program
Health Savings Account (HSA) with company match
Vitamin Bucks
Paid Nutrition Education
Scheduled Pay Increases
Voluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance
Paid parental leave
Holiday pay
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Health and Wellness Program
Healthcare flexible spending account (FSA)
Crew Member Discount
Advancement Opportunities and Career Development
Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with discretionary Company Match

Certifications

forklift certification (ability to obtain) (Required) food safety training courses and/or certifications (ability to pass and maintain) (Required)

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