Freight & Inventory Specialist — Fast-Paced Retail Ops

Sam's East, Inc.; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) and stock purchase program

Paid time off and holidays

Disability coverage

Employee discounts

Job summary

Sam's East, Inc. in Tyler, TX is seeking a Forklift Operator to handle loading, unloading, and stocking merchandise, while assisting members with purchases and self-service technology. The role emphasizes safety, inventory control, and effective merchandising on the sales floor.

The position requires forklift certification and basic customer service experience; you will maintain store safety, process paperwork, and support team priorities in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• 90 days of prior forklift experience and certification.
• Ability to safely operate pallet jacks and machinery.
• 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain forklifts following safety procedures.
• Receive, stock, and organize merchandise from distribution centers and suppliers.
• Assist members with purchases, service, and self-service technology.
• Maintain sales floor merchandising and product displays.
• Ensure safety and sanitation standards and report unsafe conditions.

Skills

Forklift operation

Pallet jack handling

Customer service

Retail experience

Team supervision

Job description

Sam's East, Inc. in Tyler, TX is seeking a Forklift Operator to handle loading, unloading, and stocking merchandise, while assisting members with purchases and self-service technology. The role emphasizes safety, inventory control, and effective merchandising on the sales floor.

The position requires forklift certification and basic customer service experience; you will maintain store safety, process paperwork, and support team priorities in a fast-paced retail environment.