Retail Freight Manager

Ollie's Bargain Outlet, Inc.; East Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Freight Flow Supervisor to enhance the efficiency of their receiving area. In this dynamic role, you will manage the timely execution of freight flow to the sales floor, ensuring adherence to visual merchandising standards. You will play a key part in maintaining safety and order in the receiving area while guiding a team of associates. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and a positive attitude, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a retail success story and enjoy a generous discount on your purchases. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are ready to take on new challenges, this role is for you!

Benefits

20% employee discount

Flexible scheduling

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months’ retail experience preferred.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays regularly.

Responsibilities

• Plan and support the merchandising of distribution shipments.
• Manage effective freight flow and maintain safety in the receiving area.
• Direct the work of other associates assisting with freight flow.

Skills

Customer Interaction

Teamwork

Positive Attitude

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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

• BE A TEAM PLAYER - Associates are expected to be supportive and work together.
• BE CARING - How do I treat others with courtesy, dignity, and respect?
• BE VALUE OBSESSED - Live the “good stuff cheap” mindset.
• BE COMMITTED - Operate with grit, passion, tenacity, and action.
• BE GROWING - How do we get better every day?
• BE REAL - Associates should be honest, transparent, genuine, trustworthy, and sincere.

The Freight Flow Supervisor will assist in the efficient operation and maintenance of the receiving area. 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. Come join our 40-year history of retail success, and earn a 20% discount on all your Ollie's purchases.

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 while keeping the area and dock orderly and safe.
• Maintain the safety of the receiving area.
• Adhere to company standards confirm the accuracy of all incoming merchandise and set up and design merchandise displays.
• Direct the work of other Associates who are assisting with freight flow processes.
• Act as Manager on Duty and complete any additional responsibilities and/or duties as assigned including opening and closing of the store.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of six months’ retail experience in a mid-size to large retail service-oriented business preferred.
• Ability to work evenings, 3rd shift, weekends, and holidays on a regular basis.
• 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 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.