Receiver (full-time, benefits eligible)

Hunger Mountain Cooperative Inc; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,893,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunger Mountain Co-op is seeking a Receiver to manage the care and custody of products from receipt to stocking in the store. You will validate received items, count and check UPCs, and coordinate with buyers on discrepancies and stock levels.

This full-time position requires attention to detail, physical ability to lift 50 lbs, and the use of pallet jacks. You will report to the Storekeeping Manager and work Tuesday through Friday mornings.

Qualifications

• Focus on specific tasks for long periods.
• Ability to organize both physical items and data.
• Good time management and prioritization.
• Effective communication with team and vendors.
• Team player in a cooperative environment.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly and perform physical tasks.
• Ability to use pallet jacks and light-duty equipment.
• Adhere to safety policies and Hunger Mountain Co-op procedures.
• Provide excellent service to customers, vendors and coworkers.
• Be physically present onsite to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Receive vendor deliveries by unloading when required.
• Inspect deliveries to ensure quality standards.
• Verify items against orders and quantities using UPCs.
• Notify buyers of stock issues, miss-picks and discrepancies.
• Record discrepancies between vendor cost and purchase price.
• Use the store's computerized system to perform duties.
• Coordinate with store personnel and vendors to follow receiving procedures.
• Maintain clean, safe receiving and staging areas; assist stocking as needed.
• Process returns for credit as directed by buyers.
• Maintain back stock in an orderly and accessible manner.
• Promote workplace safety and follow all safety rules.
• Follow all department policies and procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Physical strength

Pallet jack operation

Safety compliance

Customer service

Onsite presence

Job description

Receiver

Full Time Position

Schedule: Tuesday-Friday 6:00a-2:00p (32 hours)

Purpose:

Responsible for the care and custody of all HMC products from time of receipt from our vendors until items are either stored or removed from the receiving area for placement for sale on the floor. Receiving staff are responsible for validating that HMC has received the right product, in the right quantity at the right cost and notifying buying staff of any discrepancies.

Status: Reports to Storekeeping Manager

Pay Level 4

The responsibilities as listed in this job description are representative only and not exhaustive of the tasks an employee may be required to perform. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Responsibilities:

• Physically receive vendor deliveries by unloading delivery vehicles as required.
• Ensure that products received are consistent with HMC quality standards by brief physical inspections of deliveries.
• Validate that the products received are what were ordered and in the quantity that was ordered. This will involve counting products, and matching UPC codes. This will require either matching purchasing paperwork to physical counts and/or using electronic systems to aid in these activities.
• Promptly notify buyers of out-of-stocks, miss-picks, damaged goods and incorrect or changed UPC.
• Identify discrepancies between the vendor’s cost and HMC purchase price.
• Utilize HMC computerized system as required to perform the above duties.
• Work diplomatically with store personnel and vendors to assure compliance with HMC receiving procedures.
• Maintain the receiving and product staging areas in a neat and safe manner. Stage product for effective stocking and assist with stocking as needed.
• Process returns for credit from vendors as advised by relevant buyers.
• Maintain back stock prior to movement to floor, in orderly and accessible manner.
• Be responsible for safety in the workplace by creating a safe work environment, reporting safety concerns to a manager, and adhering to all safety rules and regulations.
• Follow all department policies and procedures.

Requirements

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Qualifications:

• Ability to focus on specific tasks for a long period of time.
• Ability to organize both physical items and data.
• Good time management.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Be a team player.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Ability to use pallet jacks and other light-duty material handling equipment.
• Ability to follow all safety policies and procedures of Hunger Mountain Co-op.
• Ability to provide excellent service to customers, vendors and coworkers.
• Ability to work well with others in a cooperative environment where teamwork and constant communication are essential.
• Ability to be physically present onsite at the Coop to perform the requirements of this position.