Receiving Associate

Rural King • Connellsville, PA

4d

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 merchandise, preparing products, setting up displays, stocking shelves, and checking in inventory. The associate helps ensure products are accessible, in stock, properly distributed, and safely stored. The role also follows standard operating procedures for receiving and processing apparel, accurately merchandising apparel racks, and maintaining optimal stock levels.

The Receiving Associate works with the receiving team and management to process purchase orders, document inventory, sort and distribute freight, handle transfers, and support inventory management. The role maintains an organized and safe work area, provides professional support to others, participates in training and cross-training, and demonstrates Rural King’s stated values.

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 to assist customers or manage activities.
• 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

• Load and unload shipments and sort merchandise for storage or movement to the sales area.
• Unpack merchandise, prepare products, set up displays, stock shelves, and check in inventory as needed.
• Follow established SOPs for purchase order processing and use scan guns and computer-based software to document receipts accurately.
• Monitor purchase orders and distribution-center shortages daily and communicate discrepancies.
• File receiving paperwork daily and maintain accurate records.
• Sort distribution-center truck freight and verify vendor price tags.
• Place security tags and price labels on select apparel items according to SOPs, and maintain supplies such as hangers, labels, and security tags.
• Process store-to-store transfers, shipping, and receiving with accurate recordkeeping, including UPS transfers.
• Assist with sales-floor inventory management during high-demand periods and support negative on-hand inventory research and review.
• Organize products on rocket carts and transport sorted freight to sales floors in appropriate quantities.
• Assist the management team with accurate merchandise tracking.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization to create a safe work environment.
• Operate general office equipment, forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment as needed.
• Participate in cross-training and learning initiatives, including training programs, workshops, and webinars.
• Provide friendly, proactive, and professional support to internal and external contacts, addressing 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.

What This Job Offers

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