Inbound Receiving Specialist — Inventory Accuracy

Shepherd Electric Company; Sterling, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Shepherd Electric Supply in Sterling, VA is seeking a Warehouse Associate – Receiving to verify inbound shipments, unload freight, and ensure accuracy against packing slips and POs. You will put away stock and maintain inventory integrity on the receiving dock, helping the shipping and counter teams do their jobs.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, safety, and cross‑functional communication with purchasing, warehouse floor, and shipping to resolve discrepancies and keep promises to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred experience in receiving or warehouse operations.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Pre-employment screening is required.

Responsibilities

• Unload inbound freight and inspect for damage at the point of delivery.
• Verify received product against packing slips and POs before entering inventory.
• Record receiving transactions in the warehouse management system.
• Put away stock to correct bin locations and ensure it is pickable the same shift.
• Coordinate with Purchasing on discrepancies and with Shipping on priority freight.
• Maintain a clean, safe receiving dock and operate pallet jacks and forklifts safely.

Skills

Warehouse systems

Excel

Email

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

WMS

Forklift certification

Pallet jack

Job description

Shepherd Electric Supply in Sterling, VA is seeking a Warehouse Associate – Receiving to verify inbound shipments, unload freight, and ensure accuracy against packing slips and POs. You will put away stock and maintain inventory integrity on the receiving dock, helping the shipping and counter teams do their jobs.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, safety, and cross‑functional communication with purchasing, warehouse floor, and shipping to resolve discrepancies and keep promises to