receiving team leader

About the Role

This position oversees the operations of the Receiving department, including having the responsibilities of all positions within the Receiving department. This role will also take an active role in the management of inventory monitoring.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Serves as a team leader to receiving personnel. Reprimands for inappropriate performance may be at the discretion of the Receiving Team Lead, but formal disciplinary action is done in cooperation with the Branch Manager and/or Warehouse Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Key receiving data into the computer from purchase orders, stock transfers, and inventory adjustments
• Monitor and correct inventory discrepancies in bulk and shelf bins
• Contact manufacturers and distributors to reconcile any discrepancies from inbound shipments
• Oversee and monitor performance of all positions in the Receiving department which includes assigning daily tasks, ensuring accurate receipt of inbound products, proper labeling and bar-coding of products, and communicating with Purchasing regarding product related issues
• Perform larger inventory management projects to include counting of miscellaneous inventory on a daily and monthly basis
• Review open purchase order reports; communicate with corporate office and Inside Sales Representatives regarding inventory issues
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) required
• Previous receiving experience required
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Forklift certified or ability to become forklift certified preferred
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and procedural manuals
• Basic computer skills, ability to operate a Windows-based computer and data entry
• Ability to differentiate details related to product codes and descriptions (such as verifying a string of numbers)
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Ability to compute rate, ratio and percentages
• Ability to work well with others and independently

Equipment Used

• RF (Radio Frequency) scanner
• PC workstation
• Forklift
• Computer monitors, keyboard, mouse
• Barcode scanner, printers
• Scale and tape gun

Work Environment & Schedule

• Work performed indoors in a temperature-controlled climate where moderate heat, cold or humidity may be experienced
• Moderate exposure to dust and dirt may also be expected
• Core hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
• Full-time: 40 hours per week
• Working more than 40 hours per workweek may be required; must be available to work overtime and/or extended hours as business needs dictate, which may include weekend work
• This is a safety sensitive position
• May require handling of products with cautious warning labels

Physical Demands

• Attention to detail critical to ensure accuracy and completion of objectives
• Able to perform basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division without a calculator
• Regular interaction with people, team-player
• Fast pace of work, requires multi-tasking
• Vision: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• Repetitive motion: reaching, grasping, pushing, pulling, carrying
• Regularly lift/move up to 20 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 70 pounds, and occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds
• Ability to climb ladders/stairs, balance, stand/walk on concrete floor for extended periods
• Bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching
• Ability to work long hours as needs arise
• Frequent use of hands for computer keyboard

Pay & Benefits

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance, a 401k plan, paid holidays, and Paid Time Off (PTO). Our work environment is business casual, and we like to have fun with weekly relaxed dress days and regular events like holiday contests, cookouts, and employee appreciation celebrations.