Freight & Receiving Team Leader - Lead Merch & Dock Ops

Ollie; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Ollie is seeking a Retail Freight Team Leader to oversee the receiving area’s operations and freight flow to the sales floor, ensuring accurate processing and visual merchandising standards. This role includes back stock maintenance and managing the disposition of damaged goods to minimize profit loss.

The position requires supervising team members on freight flow, opening/closing duties, and adherence to standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 6 months experience with a mid- to large-size retailer.
• Schedule flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays on a regular basis.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and delegate tasks while working within strict timeframes and deadlines.
• Must have a positive attitude and the ability to interact well with customers and associates.

Responsibilities

• Plan, unload, check in, and support the merchandising of distribution shipments of merchandise.
• Receive, verify, and merchandise all direct vendor shipments.
• Manage effective freight flow in the receiving area while maintaining equipment and a safe, orderly dock and exterior.
• Adhere to company standards confirm the accuracy of all incoming merchandise and set up and design merchandise displays.
• Prepare and process outbound transfers of merchandise and fixtures as required.
• Direct the work of other Associates who are assisting with freight flow processes.
• Act as Manager on Duty and complete any additional responsibilities as assigned including opening and closing of the store.

Skills

Team leadership

Merchandising

Time management

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ollie is seeking a Retail Freight Team Leader to oversee the receiving area’s operations and freight flow to the sales floor, ensuring accurate processing and visual merchandising standards. This role includes back stock maintenance and managing the disposition of damaged goods to minimize profit loss.

The position requires supervising team members on freight flow, opening/closing duties, and adherence to standards.