Receiving Specialist

About the role

VCU Health is seeking a Receiving Specialist to support its Supply Chain Operations team. This position plays a critical role in ensuring medical supplies, equipment, and inventory are received accurately and delivered promptly throughout the health system. The Receiving Specialist will be responsible for processing incoming shipments, verifying purchase orders, tracking inventory within the materials management system, and delivering materials to departments across the organization. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable working in an active warehouse and healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive and verify incoming shipments using the MMIS inventory management system
• Inspect deliveries for accuracy and resolve discrepancies when purchase orders are missing or incorrect
• Load, unload, transport, and distribute supplies throughout the health system
• Deliver packages and inventory to internal customers in a timely manner
• Maintain an organized, clean, and secure receiving and storage area
• Verify purchase order and receipt information within the inventory system
• Assist with inventory control and supply chain operations
• Safely handle materials utilizing pallet jacks and other warehouse equipment
• Support internal departments by ensuring critical supplies are available when needed

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic computer proficiency
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively
• Ability to lift and move materials throughout the workday
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to teamwork, customer service, and workplace safety

Qualifications

• 1+ year of warehouse, receiving, logistics, inventory, or supply chain experience
• Experience using inventory management systems, handheld scanners, or ERP platforms
• Previous healthcare, hospital, distribution center, or medical supply experience
• Forklift or warehouse equipment experience is a plus

Pay

The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $18.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available)
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Schedule & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Richmond, VA. This is a fully onsite position in Richmond, VA. The position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026. Experience Level: Expert Level.