Freight Coordinator (Part-Time)

The Buckle, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 22,041 - 23,419; Full time

Job summary

The Buckle in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Freight Coordinator to support receiving shipments, verify invoices, ship merchandise, and maintain backrooms to provide an enjoyable shopping experience.

You will handle FedEx shipments, packaging, and store operations while following Buckle policies and upholding high customer service standards.

Qualifications

• No prior experience or training required.
• Candidate must be 18 years of age or older.
• Stand, walk, lift up to 50 lbs and perform varied duties.

Responsibilities

• Verify merchandise invoices against received shipments.
• Ship merchandise and send items to guests or stores via FedEx.
• Maintain backroom organization and clean facilities.
• Support sales generation with accurate packing and transfers.

Skills

Shipping

Receiving

Customer service

Inventory management

Tools

POS software

Job description

Summary

The Freight Coordinator position’s primary responsibility is to fulfill our mission statement, “to create the most enjoyable shopping experience possible for our Guests.” Additionally, the Freight Coordinator performs a variety of operational tasks assigned by store management (e.g., receiving and unpacking of daily shipments, shipping merchandise, backroom maintenance, and routine cleaning of facilities).

Compensation & Benefits

Pay range: $16–$17/hr. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job‑related reasons.

Full‑time teammate benefits:

• Your physical/wellness well‑being matters: health options, medical coverage (two comprehensive plans, 100% preventive, virtual care), dental, vision, virtual care, mental health resources.
• Wealth benefits: 401(k) with company match, HSA & FSA, performance bonuses, teammate discounts.
• Peace of mind: time off, income protection, leave of absence support, supplemental insurance, additional benefits.

Part‑time teammate benefits:

• Teammate discounts.
• Medical plan access, 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, paid leave where applicable.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This description presents the general nature and level of work performed by teammates assigned to this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sales Generation and Guest Service

• Compare and verify merchandise invoices to items received to ensure that shipments are correct.
• Send any alterations, layaways, or special orders to guests via FedEx.
• Check accuracy of freight packing slips and transfer slips.
• Double‑check that all transfers have been processed through the register and that items match what you are shipping out.
• When shipping items to guests and other stores, fold items and place in appropriate sized box for proper presentation of product when unpacked.

Visual Merchandise Management

• Remove any pins and plastic from merchandise shipped in.
• Place Sensormatic tags on each garment in the designated place.
• Hang or fold merchandise for the sales floor and steam when necessary.
• Assist on projects on the floor when necessary.

Operations

• Work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on store needs.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of POS software.
• Receive freight boxes and store transfers through register.
• Send discrepancies in store mail and file non‑errors for 30 days.
• Maintain all shipment‑related paperwork.
• Watch for and recognize security risks and theft, and know how to prevent or handle them.
• Make FedEx labels for all packages and sort by required shipment transit time.
• Send in recalls and RTVs on a weekly basis.
• Keep supplies in stock and organized.
• Organize fixtures and shelving.
• Engage in activities that support a neat, clean, and organized work area.
• Maintain daily work filed and in order.
• Communicate policy violations to managers or Human Resources promptly.
• Provide feedback to managers regarding merchandise handling concerns.
• Apply the Buckle Code of Ethics and all policies.
• Fulfill mission statement by performing duties with high customer service and team spirit.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience

No prior experience or training required.

Additional Requirements

Candidate must be 18 years of age or older.

Physical Demands

Stand, walk, use hands, lift up to 50 lbs, reach, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear. Occasionally sit. Must have close, distance, color, peripheral, depth vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Retail store setting; noise level usually moderate.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Buckle is committed to hiring and developing the most qualified teammates. Employment is based on personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination or retaliation on the basis of protected characteristics as required by applicable law.