Ordering Clerk

PAQ•Manteca, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ordering Clerk manages and coordinates the store's ordering and inventory control processes while ensuring efficient and accurate stock levels. This role involves placing and managing orders for store merchandise, verifying and tracking orders from suppliers, and maintaining relationships with suppliers to ensure optimal order fulfillment. The clerk will also oversee department standards, maintain accurate stock levels, verify invoices, monitor inventory to prevent overstocking or stockouts, and review DSD deliveries. Additionally, the position requires adherence to safety protocols, safe operation of warehouse equipment, monitoring for and reporting inventory loss, and reporting store conditions to management. The role also includes performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

Understanding of inventory systems and procedures.
Familiarity with standard warehouse practices, safety protocols, and equipment.
Awareness of grocery products and categories to handle and store items correctly.
Knowledge of OSHA guidelines and other relevant health and safety regulations.
Understand procedures for ordering.
Ensure accuracy in stock levels and documentation.
Proficiency in using inventory management software, barcode scanners, and other warehouse technologies.
Effective verbal and written communication skills for coordinating with other staff and managing documentation.
Ability to identify and resolve issues related to inventory discrepancies or storage problems.
Efficiently managing time to complete tasks within deadlines, especially during busy periods.
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and handle various tasks as needed.
Stand and walk for extended periods, typically 8-hour shifts.
Lift and carry items up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Perform repetitive motions such as reaching, bending, stooping, squatting, and handling products.
Climbing ladders to perform warehouse tasks at elevated heights.
Maintain clear communication with customers and team members.
Move quickly and efficiently to assist customers and manage workload.
Maintain physical stamina to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to perform tasks that require fine motor skills, such as using tools or handling small objects.
Operate equipment to move or store products and displays.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Grocery or Warehouse Clerk experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Place and manage orders for store merchandise, ensuring timely and accurate procurement of items.
Verify and track orders from suppliers, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
Maintain relationships with suppliers and salespeople to ensure optimal order fulfillment.
Oversee department standards, maintain accurate stock levels, proper codes, and good rotation of items.
Verify invoices for accurate billing and maintain inventory control.
Monitor inventory levels to prevent overstocking or stockouts and adjust orders accordingly.
Review all DSD deliveries to ensure accurate and timely receipt of goods.
Follow all safety protocols and regulations to ensure a safe working environment, including using personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly.
Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and barcode scanners safely and efficiently.
Monitor for and report any theft, damage, or loss of inventory and take steps to minimize shrinkage.
Monitor store conditions and report areas of concern to store management promptly.
Perform other duties as assigned.