Full Time - Back End Clerk - Day
Lowe's Companies, Inc. · Bedford, IN · Yesterday
Customer Service$86/hrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Process customer returns in accordance with company policies and procedures
- Execute Return-to-Vendor (RTV) and Return-to-Manufacturer (RTM) processes, including documentation, packaging, and shipment preparation
- Coordinate vendor credits and replacements as required, following established guidelines
- Sort and disposition returned merchandise (restock, return, dispose) based on condition and policy
- Maintain accurate records of all return transactions and associated documentation
- Assist with receiving shipments, including unloading trucks and verifying merchandise against shipping documentation
- Process receiving paperwork and update inventory systems accurately
- Ensure merchandise is properly labeled, stored, and routed to appropriate locations (sales floor, backroom, or return processing)
- Support inventory accuracy through routine checks and report discrepancies to leadership
- Generate and review standard reports related to returns, damaged goods, and inventory exceptions
- Coordinate with receiving and store teams to ensure efficient product flow
- Maintain organization of backroom and return areas
- Follow all safety procedures related to material handling, hazardous materials, and equipment use
- Identify and properly handle hazardous or restricted items in accordance with guidelines
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Provide basic support for customer return inquiries when needed
- Communicate with vendors or manufacturers to facilitate returns, credits, or replacements following standard procedures
Additional Receiving Office Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate record retention
- Confirm inbound and outbound truck schedules
- Complete daily and weekly operational reports
- Manage items that are out for repair
- Handle claims and inventory adjustments
- Provide support to receiver/stocker teams with truck unloading and purchase order (PO) processing as needed
- Be held accountable for other duties as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year of experience processing and filing merchandise receiving paperwork
- 1 year of experience with store inventory receiving and administration
- 6 months of experience in warehouse data entry/bookkeeping
- 6 months of experience communicating with vendors or customers regarding returns, payments, or contract fulfillment
- 6 months of retail experience accepting or processing returns