Part Time - Back End Clerk - Flexible

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
• Cook up 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
• Aid with receiving shipments, including unloading trucks and verifying merchandise against shipping documentation
• Complete receiving paperwork and update inventory systems accurately
• Maintain merchandise 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
• Cook up 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
• Support administrative and logistical functions within the Receiving Office, including maintaining accurate record retention, confirming inbound and outbound truck schedules, and completing daily and weekly operational reports
• Manage items that are out for repair, handle claims and inventory adjustments, and provide support to receiver/stocker teams with truck unloading and purchase order (PO) processing as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED
• One year of experience processing and filing merchandise receiving paperwork
• One year of experience with store inventory receiving and administration
• Six months of experience in warehouse data entry/bookkeeping
• Six months of experience communicating with vendors or customers regarding returns, payments, or contract fulfillment
• Six months of retail experience accepting or processing returns

Pay

Pay Range: $16.50 - $17.20 per hour
Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience.
For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.

About Lowe’s

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company with total fiscal 2025 sales of more than $86 billion. Lowe’s employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,750 home improvement stores, 540 branches and 120 distribution centers. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need.

Associate Benefits

Health, Dental and Vision insurance
Life and Disability insurance
Paid time off based on role, tenure, and locality, including vacation, holidays, sick and volunteer time
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
401(k) Retirement account with company match
Employee Assistance Program with concierge, work/life services and no-cost counseling for all kinds of needs
Education support programs, including tuition assistance and trade skills scholarships
Business Travel Accident insurance
Maternity and Parental leave
Adoption assistance
Lowe’s Associate Discount and broad discount platform
Other discretionary benefits (based on eligibility) include annual bonuses, enrollment in Lowe’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan and/or deferred compensation plan, and grant awards

About the Role

This role plays a key role within the Receiving Office, supporting administrative and logistical functions. This includes maintaining accurate record retention, confirming inbound and outbound truck schedules, and completing daily and weekly operational reports. This role also involves managing items that are out for repair, handling claims and inventory adjustments, and providing support to receiver/stocker teams with truck unloading and purchase order (PO) processing as needed.