Receiving & Inventory Specialist

Rural King; Warren (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Rural King in Warren, OH is hiring a Receiving Associate to support accurate receiving, inventory control, freight processing, and merchandise movement across the store. You will receive shipments, process purchase orders, verify inventory, and replenish sale floor stock.

This role requires 1+ year of related experience, comfort with computers and scan guns, and a keen eye for detail. You will follow store SOPs, operate forklifts and pallet jacks as needed, and work with teammates to keep

Qualifications

• 1+ year of receiving, warehouse, inventory, freight, or related experience.
• Experience with purchase orders, inventory control, or shipping and receiving.
• Comfortable using computers, scan guns, and inventory systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate work.
• Ability to follow procedures, identify discrepancies, and meet productivity expectations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependable, flexible, and willing to learn.

Responsibilities

• Receive shipments and process purchase orders according to SOPs.
• Use scan guns and computer systems to document receipts and inventory.
• Identify and communicate purchase order, DC, and vendor discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate receiving records and research negative on-hand inventory.
• Verify merchandise pricing, labels, and security tags as required.
• Unload, sort, organize, and distribute freight throughout the store.
• Replenish merchandise and assist with sales floor inventory during high-demand periods.
• Process store-to-store transfers, shipping, and UPS shipments.
• Follow apparel receiving and merchandising procedures, including tagging, labeling, rack organization, and stock levels.
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, ladders, scan guns, and other equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe receiving area.
• Participate in cross-training and support other store departments as needed.
• Demonstrate Rural King’s Values: People First, Integrity, Attitude, Initiative, Teamwork, Accountability, and Continuous Improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Scan guns

Inventory systems

Attention to detail

Procedural discipline

Teamwork

Dependable

Learning mindset

Forklift

Pallet jack

Ladder

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Ladder

Scan guns

Job description

Rural King in Warren, OH is hiring a Receiving Associate to support accurate receiving, inventory control, freight processing, and merchandise movement across the store. You will receive shipments, process purchase orders, verify inventory, and replenish sale floor stock.

This role requires 1+ year of related experience, comfort with computers and scan guns, and a keen eye for detail. You will follow store SOPs, operate forklifts and pallet jacks as needed, and work with teammates to keep