Manager - Receiving

Joseph's Classic Market; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off & personal days

20% employee discount

Job summary

Joseph’s Classic Market is seeking an organized Receiving Manager to lead our back-of-house operations. You will ensure accuracy, quality, and efficiency of all incoming deliveries, maintain inventory integrity, and support store leadership with timely, safe, and compliant receiving processes.

You’ll supervise associates, train staff, manage shift coverage, and collaborate with vendors to optimize deliveries, reduce shrink, and uphold our high standards across departments in a fast-paced retail

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of leadership experience in retail or back-of-house receiving environments.
• Ability to read and verify invoices and packing slips accurately.
• Strong communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Able to safely lift and move items weighing up to 50 lbs and operate in cold environments.
• Basic computer and Excel knowledge.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work early mornings or flexible shifts.

Responsibilities

• Receive all incoming deliveries for grocery, perishable, and non-food items and inspect for accuracy, quality, and damage.
• Verify purchase orders against packing slips and invoices; report discrepancies to Store Manager or leads.
• Maintain accurate receiving logs and enter received inventory into store systems.
• Monitor backstock levels and assist with periodic inventory counts; identify expired or slow-moving products.
• Ensure FIFO and reduce shrink; rotate inventory and keep receiving area clean and organized.
• Hire, train, schedule, and supervise receiving associates; provide coaching and performance evaluations.
• Coordinate delivery windows with vendors and departments; communicate issues to buyers and leadership.

Skills

Leadership experience

Invoice reading

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Able to lift 50 lbs

Basic computer skills

Excel knowledge

Tools

Excel

Job description

Are you highly organized, detail-oriented, and energized by keeping operations running smoothly behind the scenes?

At Joseph’s Classic Market, our Receiving Manager plays a critical role in ensuring that every product entering the store meets our standards for accuracy, quality, and efficiency. While guests may not always see this work directly, it is essential to protecting inventory integrity, supporting every department, and maintaining the excellence our customers expect.

Growth & Learning at Joseph’s

At Joseph’s Classic Market, we believe strong operations leaders are key to long-term success. As Receiving Manager, you’ll deepen your expertise in inventory control, vendor accountability, logistics coordination, and shrink reduction while working closely with store leadership and department managers. We support team members who take ownership, improve processes, and grow their operational leadership skills within our organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Receiving & Inspection
  • Receive all incoming deliveries for grocery, perishable, and non-food items
  • Inspect shipments for accuracy, quality, and damage
  • Verify purchase orders against packing slips and invoices
  • Note discrepancies and report immediately to Store Manager or department leads
  • Refuse and document any out-of-spec or unauthorized deliveries
• Product Organization & Distribution
  • Properly label and date all incoming products
  • Organize and store products in correct temperature zones (cooler, freezer, dry storage)
  • Stage and distribute items to departments quickly and efficiently
  • Assist departments in locating or retrieving deliveries when needed
• Documentation & Systems
  • Maintain accurate receiving logs and vendor delivery sheets
  • Enter received inventory into store systems (if applicable)
  • File signed packing slips and purchase orders for recordkeeping
  • Track product issues, vendor performance, and rejections
• Inventory Support
  • Monitor backstock levels and communicate inventory concerns to department managers
  • Assist with periodic inventory counts as needed
  • Help identify expired or slow-moving products in storage areas
  • Reduce shrink by rotating inventory and ensuring FIFO is followed
• Safety & Cleanliness
  • Keep receiving area clean, clear, and hazard-free at all times
  • Follow safety procedures for lifting, equipment use, and refrigerated storage
  • Break down boxes, dispose of packaging, and recycle materials properly
  • Ensure compliance with all sanitation and food safety standards
• Hire, train, schedule, and supervise receiving associates
• Provide coaching, support, and performance evaluations
• Monitor department attendance and ensure associates adhere to scheduled shifts and company timekeeping policies, addressing any attendance or punctuality concerns promptly and consistently
• Follow up on performance or attendance issues with proper documentation and corrective action when necessary, including disciplinary action forms, notes to file, and Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) to support accountability and improvement within the department
• Conduct daily pre-shift meetings to align team on goals and quality standards
• Promote a culture of organization, cleanliness, urgency, accountability, and pride
• Communication & Coordination
  • Coordinate delivery windows with vendors and departments
  • Communicate product issues or shortages to buyers and store leadership
  • Build strong relationships with drivers and vendors for smooth operations
  • Stay informed on department needs to better anticipate deliveries

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of leadership experience in retail or back-of-house receiving environments is required
• Ability to read and verify invoices and packing slips accurately
• Strong communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail
• Able to safely lift and move items weighing up to 50 lbs and operate in cold environments
• Basic computer and Excel knowledge
• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work early mornings or flexible shifts

Physical & Work Environment

This role is performed in warehouse, receiving dock, cooler, and freezer environments and requires extended periods of standing, walking, lifting, and organizing deliveries throughout the shift. The Receiving Manager must be able to safely lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds and work in varying temperatures, including cold storage areas. The environment is fast-paced and logistics-focused, requiring strong time management, attention to detail, and physical stamina. Early morning or flexible shift availability is required to accommodate delivery schedules.

Why Join Joseph's Classic Market?

At Joseph's Classic Market, behind-the-scenes operations are just as critical as what our customers see on the sales floor. As Receiving Manager, you play a vital role in ensuring product quality, accuracy, and efficiency from the moment deliveries arrive. This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of a core operational function while supporting teams across the store and upholding the high standards our customers expect.

Benefits Include

• Competitive Pay
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off & Personal Days
• 20% Employee Discount

We’d love to tell you more.

If you have questions about the Receiving Manager role, operational leadership opportunities, or what it’s like to work behind the scenes at Joseph’s Classic Market, we encourage you to reach out. We’re always happy to share more about how you can make an impact and grow your career with us.

As part of our hiring process, we ask all candidates to complete a brief Predictive Index (PI) assessment. This helps us understand your strengths and how you may thrive within our team.

You can complete the assessment here:

https://assessment.predictiveindex.com/bo/76ZK/OperationsAssociate

Interview Process

At Joseph’s Classic Market, we utilize VidCruiter as part of our interview process. This platform allows candidates to complete video interviews at their convenience, giving our hiring team the opportunity to better understand your experience and qualifications early in the process.

Employment Eligibility

Joseph’s Classic Market participates in E-Verify to confirm work authorization for all new employees. As part of the hiring process, employment eligibility will be verified through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration.