Store Receiving & Inventory Specialist

Whole Foods Market IP. L.P.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Whole Benefits

Store discount

Health & wellness programs

Job summary

Whole Foods Market is hiring for a Receiving/Accounts position focused on ensuring accurate product receipt, proper documentation, and alignment with store procedures. Responsibilities include verifying orders, controlling quality, processing invoices, and supporting accounting during close.

Must maintain timely, accurate records and collaborate with vendors and team members. The role emphasizes adherence to health and safety regulations, strong communication, and the ability to work in a

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of store receiving, accounting, and distribution procedures and policies.
• Working knowledge and application of all 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 Microsoft 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.
• Stamps, initials, processes, and files invoices.
• Distributes invoice copies to appropriate teams when applicable.
• Follows Whole Foods Market Correct Pay Procedures
• Accurately closes purchase orders in the proprietary store purchasing application.
• Adheres to and meets Receiving standards as outlined in Store Process.
• Distributes copies of processed paperwork to Team mailboxes and regional office.
• Follows up with vendors regarding accounts payable.
• Supports product Teams with accounting processes during inventory and financial period close.
• Distributes all store expense invoices to Store Leadership.
• Maintains baler, compactor, and all environmental areas in proper working order; ties bales, calls for can pick up, and directs service team to areas requiring attention.
• Arrives to work station on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work; works all scheduled shifts and attends required trainings and meetings.

Skills

store receiving procedures

team education

communication

Microsoft Office

teamwork

customer/vendor communication

time management

fast-paced work

food safety

Tools

IRMA

Job description

Whole Foods Market is hiring for a Receiving/Accounts position focused on ensuring accurate product receipt, proper documentation, and alignment with store procedures. Responsibilities include verifying orders, controlling quality, processing invoices, and supporting accounting during close.

Must maintain timely, accurate records and collaborate with vendors and team members. The role emphasizes adherence to health and safety regulations, strong communication, and the ability to work in a