Receiving Lead

Rural King • Sebring, FL

8d

About The Position

The Receiving Lead oversees the efficient and accurate receipt of freight, coordinating the receiving process, ensuring merchandise is safely unloaded from delivery trucks, and maintaining proper documentation. The role supports the flow of merchandise from trucks to shelves by leading the receiving team and working with other departments to resolve receiving issues. It also includes maintaining inventory records, examining negative inventory, organizing the receiving area, and handling store-to-store and UPS transfers.

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 timely and accurate unloading, sorting, and processing of incoming freight in accordance with company guidelines and safety protocols.
• Inspect incoming merchandise for damage, discrepancies, and proper labeling, and take appropriate action in coordination with relevant business partners.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and regularly update the inventory management system to reflect received goods.
• Analyze negative inventory daily, investigate underlying causes, and propose solutions.
• Coordinate with departments such as purchasing and logistics to manage merchandise flow and resolve receiving issues.
• Maintain a clean and organized receiving area to support a safe and efficient work environment.
• Identify and address potential receiving challenges to prevent supply-chain disruptions.
• Facilitate store-to-store 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 such as training programs, workshops, and webinars.
• Provide friendly, proactive, and professional support to internal and external contacts by addressing inquiries, concerns, 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 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed