Warehouse Logistics Specialist: Inventory & RTM Operations

Lowe's; Ellenton (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowe's is hiring a Warehouse Associate in Ellenton, FL to unload inbound shipments, stage items for next‑day delivery, and load outbound freight to DCs and reverse vendors. You will work with WMS and inventory systems to keep products moving accurately.

Responsibilities include daily inventory reconciliation, cycle counts, and generating reports, while maintaining a clean, safe work environment. You will support 3PL communications and vendor relations in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Preferred: 1–2 years in inventory/returns.
• Experience with warehouse technology and inventory systems.

Responsibilities

• Unload and receive inbound shipments from distribution centers and vendors.
• Stage next-day and future delivery items from or for external delivery teams (XDT).
• Load and ship outbound freight to DCs and reverse vendors (e.g., Outlet, Liquidity).
• Complete product assembly and conduct pre-delivery inspections.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Operate recycling equipment and participate in sustainability programs.
• Perform daily inventory reconciliation, cycle counts, audits, adjustments, and inventory reporting.
• Manage all functions in the Warehouse Management System (WMS), including scanning, dispatching, and validation.
• Generate and monitor reports, including RTM worklists and damaged-on-hand reports.
• Utilize systems such as MS Office, Blue Yonder, and My Red Vest to support inventory accuracy and logistics coordination.
• Execute the Return to Manufacturer (RTM) program, ensuring accurate documentation, vendor communication, and credit processing.
• Process and disposition damaged, discontinued, defective, special order, and canceled merchandise.
• Secure return authorizations from vendors and submit credits for customer-returned items.
• Communicate regularly with third-party logistics (3PL) partners to address and resolve delivery claims.
• Maintain strong, professional relationships with vendors, liquidation partners, BDC, and outlet teams.
• Resolve customer and cargo issues, and ensure claims are updated in Lowe’s systems.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Team player

Independent worker

Fast-paced environment

Education

High School diploma

Tools

WMS

MS Office

Blue Yonder

My Red Vest

Job description

Lowe's is hiring a Warehouse Associate in Ellenton, FL to unload inbound shipments, stage items for next‑day delivery, and load outbound freight to DCs and reverse vendors. You will work with WMS and inventory systems to keep products moving accurately.

Responsibilities include daily inventory reconciliation, cycle counts, and generating reports, while maintaining a clean, safe work environment. You will support 3PL communications and vendor relations in a fast-paced setting.