Receiving Associate

Job Summary of Receiving Associate:

In the position of ShopRite Receiving Associate, it is your task to ensure the accurate reception and authentication of incoming deliveries, verifying that products are diligently registered, validated, and stored appropriately. Maintaining a clean and well-organized receiving zone, managing the processing of returns and damaged goods based on company guidelines, and fostering clear communication with department teams are key responsibilities. You will also be involved in verifying invoice precision, contributing to inventory procedures, and providing friendly customer service during interactions with both vendors and fellow employees.

Responsibilities of Receiving Associate:

• Receive and discharge incoming deliveries securely, effectively, and in an organized approach.
• Validate each invoice to guarantee accuracy in terms of cost, retail prices, and quantities stated.
• Confirm that the product is aligned with the information provided in the purchase orders and related paperwork.
• Follow the established procedures for managing products that are faulty or eligible for resale.
• Ensure the receiving area is consistently maintained in a clean and orderly manner.
• Monitor the tidiness and arrangement of storage areas to ensure they adhere to the necessary food safety guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with all guidelines concerning appropriate coding, rotation, and maintenance of goods.
• Help in identifying discrepancies in inventory and notifying the appropriate individuals about the variations.
• Use power or manual jacks, wagons, and other tools as necessary to handle the reception and movement of products.
• Ensure effective interaction with department heads for the proper coordination and distribution of received goods.
• Ensure strict compliance with safety measures and instructions during equipment operation or product manipulation.
• Ensure that all mandatory training sessions are completed and that awareness of the company's receiving policies is consistently updated.
• Carry out tasks following the ShopRite Service Priorities (Safety, Friendliness, Presentation, and Efficiency).
• Engage in teamwork and aid in the smooth running of store activities as necessary.
• Fulfill any other responsibilities as designated.

Qualifications of Receiving Associate:

• Must be 18 years or older to operate balers, hi-lo's, power jacks, and other equipment.
• Ability to proficiently read, write, speak, analyze, interpret, and understand the English language.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to stand/walk for the duration of a scheduled shift.
• Ability to stand, bend, twist, reach, push, pull, and regularly lift 25 lbs., and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in varying temperature environments, including refrigerated storage areas.
• Ability to work with fresh, dried, and/or processed products, spices, and powdered substances without negative effects.
• Ability to tolerate dust and cleaning agents during routine housekeeping duties.
• Ability to interact with Customers and vendors in a professional and helpful manner.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and follow all assigned work schedules.

We are living our Purpose - To Care Deeply about People, Helping them to Eat Well and Be Happy. This Purpose guides everything we do and is why we are in business. We are using our service priorities - Safety, Friendliness, Presentation, and Efficiency to help us make decisions at work every day and are critical to the success of our business goals.