Receiving Lead

Rural King • Lake Wales, FL

3d

About The Position

The Receiving Lead oversees the efficient and accurate receipt of freight. The role coordinates receiving, ensures merchandise is safely unloaded from delivery trucks, and maintains proper documentation of received goods. The Receiving Lead helps move merchandise smoothly from trucks to shelves while maintaining inventory accuracy and a safe, organized receiving area.

Requirements

• Ability to maintain a seated or standing position for extended durations.
• Ability to lift, push, and/or pull a minimum of 30 pounds repetitively and 31–50 pounds intermittently.
• Ability to navigate and access all facilities.
• Ability to communicate verbally with others, both in person and via electronic devices.
• Close vision for computer-related activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the receiving team to ensure incoming freight is unloaded, sorted, and processed promptly and accurately in accordance with company guidelines and safety protocols.
• Inspect incoming merchandise for damage, discrepancies, and proper labeling, taking appropriate action and coordinating with relevant business partners to resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and regularly update the inventory management system to reflect received goods.
• Analyze negative inventory daily, investigate underlying causes, and propose effective solutions.
• Work with departments such as purchasing and logistics to coordinate merchandise flow and resolve receiving-related issues.
• Maintain a clean and organized receiving area to support a safe and efficient work environment.
• Identify potential receiving challenges and take action to prevent supply-chain disruptions.
• Facilitate store-to-store transfers and UPS transfers.
• Coordinate backhaul requests, ensure pallets are properly wrapped, and load the truck.
• File receiving paperwork and complete the Daily Forklift Checklist.
• Operate a forklift, pallet jack, Telxon gun, and other retail equipment.
• Use general office equipment, including a telephone, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, and computer.
• Participate in cross-training for flexibility across departments and responsibilities.
• Participate in learning initiatives, including training programs, workshops, and webinars, to acquire knowledge, refine skills, and stay current on developments.
• Provide friendly, proactive, and professional support to internal and external contacts, responding promptly and effectively to inquiries, concerns, and issues.
• 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 at no cost to associates.
• 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