Receiving Specialist

UES; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

UES, a leading geotechnical and environmental services firm, seeks a Receiving Specialist to manage income delivery of supplies, testing samples, and related materials in a warehouse setting.

You will collaborate with operations leadership and field technicians to ensure cost-effective procurement, timely delivery, and accurate inventory management while upholding safety standards and quality controls.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, administrative support, finance, or business operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift 50lbs regularly.
• Willingness to learn procurement systems, policies, and best practices.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive, Inspect, and store shipments of products.
• Accurately record receiving data to align with associated purchase orders.
• Prepare and organized received stock/deliveries for inventory.
• Report damages or inventory shortage to operational leadership & take corrective action as needed.
• Maintain quality standards on all work; ensure safety requirements and processes are followed at all times regarding receipt and storage of inventory.
• Effectively communicate with Lab Manager regarding inventory levels.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Overview

At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.

Position Overview

The Receiving Specialist plays a key role in managing income delivery of supplies, testing samples, and other essential products related to our resistivity testing experience. This role works closely with operational leadership and our field-based technicians to ensure cost-effective procurement, timely delivery and accurate inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Receive, Inspect, and store shipments of products.
• Accurately record receiving data to align with associated purchase orders.
• Prepare and organized received stock/deliveries for inventory.
• Report damages or inventory shortage to operational leadership & take corrective action as needed.
• Maintain quality standards on all work; ensure safety requirements and processes are followed at all times regarding receipt and storage of inventory.
• Effectively communicate with Lab Manager regarding inventory levels.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, administrative support, finance, or business operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze information and solve routine problems.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn procurement systems, policies, and best practices.
• Ability to lift 50lbs regularly

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior warehouse, receiving, or shipping experience is a plus but not required
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when processing purchase orders, invoices, and procurement documentation.
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to build positive relationships with internal

Travel Requirements

This position does not require regular travel as part of its primary responsibilities.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Comfortable with manual labor, including lifting, standing, and moving product for extended periods
• Ability to stand, bend, and move throughout a shift
• Comfortable working in a warehouse/receiving environment

EEO Statement

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement at the bottom of the page here.