Grocery Receiver

Woodlands Market; Little Reed Heights (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation and holidays

Holiday premium pay

Employee store discount

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Woodlands Market, Marin and San Francisco's premier gourmet grocery store, is seeking a Grocery Receiver Superstar to ensure timely receipt of product and non-product items. You will document receipts with handheld systems, maintain an organized back room, and support Buyers and Managers to uphold regional standards.

Responsibilities include inspecting deliveries, recording invoices, and coordinating with drivers and vendors in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be detail oriented with strong follow-through.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume store.
• Capable of reading instructions and communicating with vendors.
• Ability to perform basic math operations.

Responsibilities

• Receive product orders using handheld tools, fax, and printer.
• Inspect received products for quality, quantity, and temperature safety.
• Record and organize invoices; maintain an efficient receiving area.
• Move freight from receiving to staging areas and storage rooms.
• Use Woodlands system tools to document all receipts.
• Assist other departments to support daily operations.
• Maintain courteous relationships with drivers, suppliers and employees.

Skills

Handheld scanner

Detail oriented

Fast-paced environment

Interdependent workflow

Effective communication

Basic math

English reading

Job description

Woodlands Market, Marin and San Francisco's premier gourmet grocery store, has openings for a Grocery Receiver Superstar!

Ensure timely receipt of both product and non-products received into the store. Move freight from the receiving area to departmental staging areas and storage rooms. Assure an organized back-room area. Support the Managers and Buyers in maintaining regional standards. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, recording and organizing invoices and maintaining an orderly and efficient receiving area. Use of all Woodlands system tools (handheld) to effectively document all receipts into the store.

• Receive product orders using handheld system tools, fax, and printer
• Receive all products for the store, inspecting it for quality, quantity, and safety (temperature)
• Report any receiving discrepancies to Manager(s) and Buyer(s); build and maintain consistency for ordering/receiving processes
• Maintain an excellent working relationship with Buyers and Managers to ensure a smooth and complete ordering and receiving process
• Maintain courteous relationships with drivers, suppliers and employees
• Follow all applicable health and sanitation procedures including food safety guidelines as they pertain to receiving practices
• Perform other duties as assigned by Store Management
• Ensure timely receipt of both product and non-products received into the store.
• Move freight from the receiving area to departmental staging areas and storage rooms.
• Assure an organized, clean, and efficient back-room area.
• Support Managers and Buyers in maintaining regional standards.
• Record and organize invoices and maintain an orderly and efficient receiving area.
• Use all Woodlands system tools (handheld) to effectively document all receipts into the store.
• Place and process orders as directed by Store Management and Buyers, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
• Work back stock and organize inventory to ensure products are properly rotated, stored, and readily available for each department.
• Assist all store departments as needed, including Front End, Wine, Produce, Grocery, and other departments, to support daily operations and provide excellent customer service.
• Help stock, replenish, organize, and maintain merchandise throughout the store as assigned.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and efficient receiving and back-room environment.

Requirements

• Ability to use handheld unit for scanning incoming product, fax machine, and printer
• Must be detail oriented and have excellent follow through to ensure the receiving process runs smoothly
• Must be comfortable working in a fast paced environment with the ability to adjust to the constant demands of a high volume location
• Ability to work in a highly interdependent work flow process where each segment of a process relies heavily on the other parts
• Ability to follow instructions
• Ability to work independently yet have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with others
• Ability to knowledgeably communicate with product, supply and service vendors.
• Ability to perform simple math operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
• Must be able to communicate and read in English.
• Ability to maintain professional and appropriate conduct with all business partners & suppliers.

Physical Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Stand & walk for extended periods of time up to 4 hours without a break.
• Bend & stoop to grasp objects & climb tall ladders.
• Bend & lift loads regularly, not to exceed 50lbs, & occasionally up to 75lbs unassisted.
• Push & pull carts, weighing up to 100lbs, unassisted.
• Must be able to consistently bend & twist neck & waist, reach above & below shoulders & squat during the course of a work shift.

Who Are We?

Woodlands Market is a leader in gourmet retailing, service and innovation in the grocery industry. We are a flourishing Marin County-based employer who believes in supporting our community in many ways. One of these ways is to employ talented individuals from within our communities and surrounding areas. We currently operate grocery stores in Kentfield, Tiburon and San Francisco. We also operate a Pet Shop in San Francisco as well as an off-site kitchen in San Rafael. We engage approximately 330 individuals on staff, many of whom have come to us with an in-depth knowledge of the specialty food industry. These members of our extended Woodlands family and their commitment to community, food, service and to each other are what set us apart from other grocery stores.

Who Are We Looking For?

At Woodlands Market, we are delighted to be able to share our passion for food and fresh produce with our customers. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are looking to continue your career alongside an awesome team, then join the family!

Benefits Of Working At Woodlands Market Include

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision Insurance*
• Full-time employees receive a generous benefits package including Health/Dental/Vision Insurance, 401(k), paid vacation and paid holidays
• Holiday premium pay for time worked on recognized holidays
• 35% employee store discount
• Fifty Dollar subsidy towards non-slip shoes every 6 months.
• Awesome, team-oriented environment
• Opportunities for growth and development

Pay range: 20-25