Distribution Clerk

Walman Optical; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 27,056 - 34,550; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Retirement savings

Paid time off/vacation

Employee discounts

Job summary

Walman Optical is seeking a Distribution Clerk to oversee inventory management processes at its facility in Brooklyn Park, MN. The role involves receiving inventory, packaging, and shipping products while ensuring compliance with safety rules. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, possess strong communication skills, and have a high school diploma or equivalent.

This full-time position offers a competitive hourly wage and a rewards package, including health care and retirement savings contributions. Join our team and contribute to our mission of providing quality service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Basic computer and typing skills each at a minimum.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Receives all incoming inventory and customer repairs into the system.
• Picks, packages and ships orders ensuring same-day shipments.
• Negotiates basic shipping agreements with carriers.
• Maintains work area in a neat and organized condition.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Strong verbal communication

Strong written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

JDE software

Job description

Distribution Clerk

Brand: Walman

Location: Brooklyn Park, MN 55445

Requisition ID: 932209

Store #: WM0207 Ultra Shipping & Rec BPARK

Position: Full-Time

Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

General Function

Receives all incoming inventory and customer returns into the inventory management system and allocates inventory to warehouse locations. Responsible for picking, packaging, staging all inventory, customer returns and work orders. Also responsible for cycle counting, quality control, and processing credits. This position may negotiate basic shipping agreements with LTL (Less Than Truckload) carriers and also serves as a backup to the Shipping/Receiving Clerk.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Receives all incoming inventory and customer repairs into JDE by matching packing slips with purchase orders and re‑allocates inventory to orders or warehouse locations daily.
• Picks, packages, and ships orders (using JDE) to guarantee 100% same‑day shipments to customers.
• Negotiates basic shipping agreements with LTL carriers to assure the best value pricing.
• Stocks shelves with received items and performs cycle counts on a daily basis.
• Uses a PC to retrieve vendor information, stock status, and status of purchase orders, ensuring that correct codes are used for retrieving and inputting information.
• Assists the Vendor Scheduler by following up on inquiries by checking delivery information and working closely with other employees regarding deliveries of scheduled orders.
• Assists Specialist Purchasing when serious variations arise in delivery, quality, price, or conditions of sale.
• Acts as a backup in the absence of the Shipping/Receiving Clerk.
• Maintains work area in a neat, clean and organized condition.
• Understands and follows all company and manufacturer policies and procedures, and ensures compliance with all attendance and safety rules and regulations.
• Cooperates with other employees, demonstrates a positive attitude, and performs an acceptable quantity and quality of work on time as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Basic computer and typing skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Forklift certification.
• Hazardous Materials (Hazmat) training.

Pay Range

US$ 19.64 – 25.08 per hour

Benefits

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, employees may receive a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, complemented by a full rewards package that includes health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

Equal Opportunity Statement

EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.