Receiving Associate (Illinois)

Rural King • Mount Vernon, IL

1d • $15 - $19

About The Position

The Receiving Associate efficiently loads and unloads shipments and sorts merchandise for storage or movement to the sales area. Duties may include unpacking and preparing merchandise, setting up displays, stocking shelves, and checking in inventory. The role helps ensure products are accessible, in stock, distributed appropriately, and stored safely. It also follows standard operating procedures for receiving and processing apparel, accurately merchandising apparel racks, and maintaining stock levels.

The associate processes purchase orders and receipts, monitors and communicates shortages, maintains receiving records, sorts distribution-center freight, and handles store-to-store and UPS transfers. The position supports sales-floor inventory management, merchandise tracking, and negative on-hand inventory review; maintains a clean and safe work area; and operates equipment such as scan guns, office equipment, forklifts, and pallet jacks. The associate collaborates with the receiving team, may cross-train in other departments, participates in learning initiatives, and provides prompt, professional support to others. Other duties may be assigned. There are no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of receiving experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Ability to interact with a team in a fast-paced environment while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient.
• Proven ability to produce error-free work consistently and meet quality standards.
• Ability to work independently without supervision.
• Comfort navigating computer systems and software.
• Ability to maintain a seated or standing position for extended durations.
• Ability to lift, push, and/or pull at least 30 pounds repetitively and 31–50 pounds intermittently.
• Ability to use a ladder, pallet jack, and forklift.
• Ability to navigate and access all facilities.
• Ability to communicate verbally with others in person and via electronic devices.
• Close vision for computer-related activities.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders accurately according to established SOPs.
• Use scan guns and computer-based software to document receipts accurately.
• Monitor purchase order and distribution-center shortages daily and communicate discrepancies.
• File receiving paperwork daily.
• Sort distribution-center truck freight and verify vendor price tags.
• Place security tags and price labels on designated apparel items according to SOPs.
• Maintain supplies such as hangers, labels, and security tags.
• Handle store-to-store transfers, shipping, and receiving with accurate recordkeeping.
• Assist with sales-floor inventory management during high-demand periods.
• Collaborate with the receiving team to support regular receiving operations and company receiving protocols.
• Organize products onto rocket carts for distribution.
• Transport sorted freight to sales floors in appropriate quantities.
• Assist the management team with accurate merchandise tracking.
• Facilitate store-to-store and UPS transfers.
• Assist with negative on-hand inventory research and review.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Operate general office equipment, forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment.
• Participate in cross-training for flexibility across departments and responsibilities.
• Participate in training programs, workshops, webinars, and other learning initiatives.
• Provide friendly, proactive, and professional internal and external support, responding to inquiries and issues promptly and effectively.
• Demonstrate Rural King’s values: People First, Integrity, Attitude, Initiative, Teamwork, Accountability, and Continuous Improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on the first 3% of contributions and a 50% match on the next 2%.
• Healthcare plans.
• Virtual doctor visits.
• Access to Centers of Excellence with Barnes Jewish Hospital and Mayo Clinic’s Complex Care Program.
• 15% associate discount.
• Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program.
• Associate Assistance Program.
• RK Cares Associate Hardship Program.
• 24/7 Chaplaincy Services.
• Company-paid YMCA family membership.
• Eligible associates may receive overtime pay in accordance with applicable laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed