Warehouse Administrative Clerk

Wakefern Food Corp.; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vibrant Food Centric Culture

Competitive Salary and Paid Time Off

Fitness Reimbursement and Well-Being

Corporate Training and Development

Collaborative team environment

401K

Matching Gifts and Community Volunteer

Job summary

Wakefern Food Corp. is seeking a Logistics Administrative Clerk to support warehousing operations for a 7 day operation serving 350+ stores including ShopRite and other banners.

The role focuses on data entry for receiving, invoicing and delivery administration receipts, plus maintaining productivity logs and RF equipment records in a refrigerated warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of WMS software and Rapid is essential.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist management to ensure sanitation and safety standards in warehouse operations.
• Data entry for receiving, invoicing, and delivery receipts.
• Maintain accurate productivity and equipment logs (RF units).
• Interact with supervision and workforce across receiving, selection, and housekeeping.
• Ensure policy adherence and accuracy; may take on additional duties.

Skills

Data Entry

RF Unit Maintenance

Administrative Skills

Microsoft Office

Excel

Logistics Coordination

Education

High School diploma

Tools

WMS software

Rapid

Job description

Wakefern Food Corp. is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States and supports its co-operative Members' retail operations, trading under the ShopRite®, Price Rite®, The Fresh Grocer®, Dearborn Markets®, Fairway Markets®, Gourmet Garage®, and Di Bruno Bros.® banners.

Employing an innovative approach to wholesale business services, Wakefern focuses on helping the independent retailer compete in a big business world. Providing the tools entrepreneurs need to stay ahead of the competition, Wakefern’s co-operative Members benefit from the company’s extensive portfolio of services, including innovative technology, private label development, and best-in-class procurement practices

Summary

As a member of the Northern Perishables Team, the Logistics Administrative Clerk will be responsible for performing various essential administrative functions in support of warehousing operations. This position supports a 7 day operation and works directly with the Supervisory team to provide seamless product workflow to 350+ ShopRite / PriceRite / Fresh Grocer /Fairway / Gourmet Garage stores.

3rd Shift position: 9PM-5AM

Split work week schedule, does not include traditional Sat/Sun off. Schedule is based on operational needs.

Core Functions

• Assist management to ensure high sanitation/safety standards and smooth warehouse workflow
• Data entry for receiving, store invoicing and delivery administration receipts
• Maintains accurate productivity reports
• Responsible for RF units, keeping batteries charged, and maintains an updated log on all equipment
• Interact with supervision and the affiliated workforce in areas of selection, receiving and housekeeping
• Insures proper adherence to policy and accuracy
• May be assigned additional responsibilities as necessary

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent required
• Knowledge of WMS, Rapid and item maintenance functions is essential
• Strong analytical, organizational, and administrative skills is essential
• Well-developed verbal, written, and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate professionally, persuasively and effectively, both in person and through email communication
• Flexibility with work schedule: ability to work any 5 out of 7 day schedule, frequent overtime, alternate shifts, holidays and weekends – work week and days off will be based on business needs and may not contain traditional Saturday/Sunday off days
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite proficiency required to include creating spreadsheets in Excel
• Able to work independently as well as with a team

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Ability to stand, walk, and look up and down for long periods of time
• Ability to work in refrigerated warehouse environment for long periods of time
• Ability to sit and look at computer screens for long periods of times, when required
• Must wear protective steel toe footwear at all times
• Occasional bending, lifting and/or moving a case up to 25 pounds

Core Competencies

• Communicate Effectively: Communicates thoughts and ideas in a well-organized manner, encouraging two-way communication.
• Build Relationships: Creates cross functional partnerships through the development and maintenance of constructive and cooperative relationships.
• Stay Competitive: Demonstrates a mindset of continuous improvement while exhibiting passion and enthusiasm for their work.
• Embrace Change: Looks for new ways of working by supporting advances in processes and technology.
• Develop You: Identifies and capitalizes on opportunities for personal and professional career growth.
• Drive for Results: Supports divisional and strategic objectives through achievement of work goals.

Company Perks

• Vibrant Food Centric Culture
• Competitive Salary and Paid Time Off
• Fitness Reimbursement and Well-Being Program
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• Corporate Training and Development University
• Collaborative team environment
• 401K
• Matching Gifts and Community Volunteer Involvement

The hourly salary range for this position is $19.90 – $23. Placement in the range depends on several factors, including experience, skills, education, geography, and budget considerations.

Wakefern is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional development of our Associates. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match & annual company contribution, paid time off, holidays, and parental leave. Associates also enjoy access to wellness and family support programs, fitness reimbursement, educational and training opportunities through our corporate university, and a collaborative, team-oriented work environment. Many of these benefits are fully or partially funded by the company, with some subject to eligibility requirements.