Receiving & Inventory Specialist — Fast-Paced Grocery

Whole Foods Market; Upper St. Clair (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Store discount

Paid time off

Health & wellness programs

Job summary

Whole Foods Market in the United States is seeking a team member for receiving, accounting, and distribution duties tied to incoming deliveries. You will verify products against POs, ensure integrity, manage invoices, and support accounting during close periods.

Applicants should have prior retail distribution experience, strong communication and teamwork, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and operate heavy equipment as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of store receiving, accounting, and distribution procedures and policies.
• Working knowledge of WFM quality goals, food handling, safety, and other standards.
• Ability to educate team on product knowledge and convey enthusiasm.
• Knowledge and ability to use computer programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and IRMA.
• Strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Ability to deliver information in a clear and respectable manner to fellow Team Members, customers, and vendors.
• Ability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, vendors, and Team Members.
• Ability to follow directions and procedures; effective time management and organization skills.
• Passion for natural foods and the mission of Whole Foods Market.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency.
• Understanding of and compliance with WFM quality goals.

Responsibilities

• Verify actual product against Purchase Orders and/or supplier paperwork.
• Confirm product integrity.
• Check product temperatures as needed.
• Stamp, initials, process, and file invoices.
• Distribute invoice copies to appropriate teams when applicable.
• Follow Whole Foods Market Correct Pay Procedures.
• Accurately close purchase orders in the proprietary store purchasing application.
• Adhere to and meet Receiving standards as outlined in Store Process.
• Distribute copies of processed paperwork to Team mailboxes and regional office.
• Follow up with vendors regarding accounts payable.
• Support product Teams with accounting processes during inventory and financial period close.
• Distribute all store expense invoices to Store Leadership.
• Maintain baler, compactor, and all environmental areas in proper working order; tie bales, call for can pick up, and direct service team to areas requiring attention.
• Arrive to work station on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work; work all scheduled shifts and attend required trainings and meetings.

Skills

Retail operations

Receiving procedures

Inventory management

Team communication

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

IRMA

Customer service

Safety compliance

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

IRMA

Job description

Whole Foods Market in the United States is seeking a team member for receiving, accounting, and distribution duties tied to incoming deliveries. You will verify products against POs, ensure integrity, manage invoices, and support accounting during close periods.

Applicants should have prior retail distribution experience, strong communication and teamwork, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and operate heavy equipment as needed.