Full Time - Back End Clerk - Day

Lowe's Home Centers • Hackettstown, NJ

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Back-End Clerk plays a key role within the Receiving Office, supporting administrative and logistical functions. This position is responsible for processing customer returns, executing Return-to-Vendor (RTV) and Return-to-Manufacturer (RTM) processes, and maintaining accurate records of all return transactions. Additionally, the role involves assisting with receiving shipments, managing inventory accuracy, and supporting the efficient flow of products. The Back-End Clerk also handles administrative tasks such as record retention, confirming truck schedules, completing operational reports, managing items out for repair, and processing claims and inventory adjustments.

Requirements

• 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
• Ability to follow all safety procedures related to material handling, hazardous materials, and equipment use
• Ability to identify and properly handle hazardous or restricted items in accordance with guidelines
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

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
• 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
• Other duties as assigned

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
• Annual bonuses
• Enrollment in Lowe's Employee Stock Purchase Plan and/or deferred compensation plan
• Grant awards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED