Receiving team leader

Ollie's Bargain Outlet, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx coverage

401K with match

Associate discount

Career growth culture

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Ollie’s Bargain Outlet, Inc. is seeking a Receiving Team Leader to oversee the receiving area, ensure efficient freight flow, and maintain back stock with attention to visual merchandising standards.

The role includes managing damaged goods disposition to minimize profit loss and guiding Associates in freight processes. You will act as Manager on Duty, coordinating opening/closing duties and supporting early morning, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong supervisory and mentoring abilities.
• Experience working in mid- to large-size retail.
• Ability to manage priorities and deadlines.
• Effective communication with team and customers.

Responsibilities

• Plan and support merchandising of shipments.
• Receive and verify vendor shipments and merchandise.
• Maintain efficient freight flow and a safe dock area.
• Ensure accuracy of incoming merchandise and set up displays.
• Process outbound transfers of merchandise and fixtures.
• Direct Associates involved in freight flow processes.
• Act as Manager on Duty and handle store open/close tasks.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Time management

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join our team and live the Ollie-tude! : (Ollie’s Core Values)

Ollie’s Associate Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and RX coverage begins after 90 Days of employment.
• 401K, generous company match with immediate vesting.
• Strong career growth & talent development culture.
• 20% Associate discount on all Ollie’s purchases.
• Vast array of voluntary benefits.

Position Overview

The Receiving Team Leader oversees the efficient operation and maintenance of the receiving area as outlined in the company receiving area plan. Responsibilities include the accurate, efficient, and timely execution of freight flow to the sales floor in accordance with established processing and visual merchandising standards. Maintain back stock in the receiving area and manage the disposition of damaged goods to minimize profit loss.

Primary Responsibilities

• Plan, unload, check in, and support the merchandising of distribution shipments of merchandise.
• Receive, verify, and merchandise all direct vendor shipments.
• Manage effective freight flow in the receiving area while maintaining equipment and a safe, orderly dock and exterior.
• Adhere to company standards confirm the accuracy of all incoming merchandise and set up and design merchandise displays.
• Prepare and process outbound transfers of merchandise and fixtures as required.
• Direct the work of other Associates who are assisting with freight flow processes.
• Act as Manager on Duty and complete any additional responsibilities as assigned including opening and closing of the store.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 6 months experience with a mid- to large-size retailer.
• Schedule flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays on a regular basis.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and delegate tasks while working within strict timeframes and deadlines.
• Must have a positive attitude and the ability to interact well with customers and associates.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to push and pull up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Ollie’s is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with Federal and State Equal Opportunity Laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran’s status, disability, or any other legally protected status.