Freight Flow Specialist: Inventory, Safety & Service

Sam's Club; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) and stock purchase

Paid time off (PTO)

Education benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

Sam's Club in Gurnee, IL is seeking a ready-to-work associate to support forklift operations, merchandise stocking, and customer service. The role emphasizes safety, inventory accuracy, and efficient order fulfillment in a fast-paced retail environment.

Responsibilities include picking, staging, and processing club pickup orders, maintaining displays, and assisting members with self-service technology. Prior forklift experience and a commitment to service are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum forklift certification and ability to safely operate pallet jacks.
• Strong customer service mindset and ability to assist members with needs and questions.

Responsibilities

• Complies with company policies and ethics by applying standards and Open Door policy in daily tasks.
• Operates forklift and handles pallets safely and efficiently.
• Completes assignments by prioritizing, coordinating with managers and coworkers, meeting deadlines and adjusting to change.
• Receives and organizes merchandise from distribution centers and suppliers, maintains inventory flow and records.
• Provides member service, assists with self-service technology, and guides purchasing decisions.
• Maintains safety by conducting safety sweeps and following forklift procedures and hazardous material guidelines.
• Maintains sales floor and displays, stocks merchandise, handles promotions, and ensures display integrity.
• Handles club pickup orders, assists with picking and staging, and performs audits for accuracy.
• Tracks inventory and shrinkage, uses inventory tools safely, and reports issues promptly.
• Operates and maintains forklifts, reports unsafe conditions, and keeps equipment in working order.
• Models Walmart values: respect, integrity, customer focus, and striving for excellence.

Skills

Forklift Certification

Customer Service

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Job description

Sam's Club in Gurnee, IL is seeking a ready-to-work associate to support forklift operations, merchandise stocking, and customer service. The role emphasizes safety, inventory accuracy, and efficient order fulfillment in a fast-paced retail environment.

Responsibilities include picking, staging, and processing club pickup orders, maintaining displays, and assisting members with self-service technology. Prior forklift experience and a commitment to service are preferred.