Market Delivery Warehouse Associate – Days

Lowes; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowe’s Market Delivery Warehouse Associate in Romulus, MI supports last-mile delivery operations by handling inbound and outbound shipments, maintaining inventory, and collaborating with 3PL partners. You will perform product assembly, stage deliveries, use WMS, and generate inventory reports.

A detail-oriented, team-driven attitude is essential; forklift certification may be required. This role offers a fast-paced, safety-conscious environment with opportunities to contribute to sustainability

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• 1–2 years direct experience in inventory and returns processes preferred.
• Experience working with vendors preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational ability required.
• Proficiency with warehouse technology and inventory systems.
• Able to work independently and in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Forklift certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Unload and receive inbound shipments from distribution centers and vendors (appliances, grills, OPE, etc.).
• Stage next-day and future delivery items for external delivery teams (XDT).
• Load and ship outbound freight to DCs and reverse vendors.
• Complete product assembly and conduct pre-delivery inspections.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Operate and utilize WMS, scanning, dispatching, and validation processes.
• Generate and monitor RTM worklists and damaged-on-hand reports.
• Communicate with 3PL partners to address delivery claims and maintain vendor relationships.

Skills

inventory & returns experience

vendor relations

attention to detail

warehouse technology

independent and collaborative

forklift certification

Education

High School diploma

Tools

MS Office

Blue Yonder

My Red Vest

Job description

Your Impact

The Market Delivery Warehouse Associate plays a vital role in supporting last-mile delivery operations by managing the accurate handling, movement, and inventory of inbound and outbound shipments. This role ensures seamless collaboration between internal teams, external vendors, and third-party logistics (3PL) partners. Key tasks include processing returns, managing inventory systems, staging deliveries, performing product assembly, and maintaining a safe and organized warehouse environment. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.

What You Will Do

• Unload and receive inbound shipments from distribution centers and vendors (appliances, grills, OPE, etc.)
• Stage next-day and future delivery items from or for external delivery teams (XDT)
• Load and ship outbound freight to DCs and reverse vendors (e.g., Outlet, Liquidity)
• Complete product assembly and conduct pre-delivery inspections
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Operate recycling equipment (e.g., balers, trash compactors) and participate in sustainability programs
• Perform daily inventory reconciliation, cycle counts, audits, adjustments, and inventory reporting
• Manage all functions in the Warehouse Management System (WMS), including scanning, dispatching, and validation
• Generate and monitor reports, including RTM worklists and damaged-on-hand reports
• Utilize systems such as MS Office, Blue Yonder, and My Red Vest to support inventory accuracy and logistics coordination
• Execute the Return to Manufacturer (RTM) program, ensuring accurate documentation, vendor communication, and credit processing
• Process and disposition damaged, discontinued, defective, special order, and canceled merchandise
• Secure return authorizations from vendors and submit credits for customer-returned items
• Communicate regularly with third-party logistics (3PL) partners to address and resolve delivery claims
• Maintain strong, professional relationships with vendors, liquidation partners, BDC, and outlet teams
• Resolve customer and cargo issues, and ensure claims are updated in Lowe’s systems

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma

Preferred Skills/Education

• 1-2 Years of directly related experience in inventory and return processes
• Experience working with vendors
• Strong attention to detail and organizational ability
• Proficiency with warehouse technology and inventory systems
• Comfortable working independently and in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
• Forklift certification may be required

About Lowe’s

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE 100 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week, with total fiscal year 2025 sales of more than $86 billion. Lowe’s employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,700 home improvement stores, 530 branches and 130 distribution centers. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit ++Lowes.com++.

Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.