Receiving Clerk

Chiepanks Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Durban is seeking a receiving clerk to manage deliveries effectively. The role involves comparing purchase orders with invoices, unloading trucks, and ensuring proper storage of items. The ideal candidate should pay great attention to detail and be capable of lifting heavy items. This position is essential for maintaining accurate inventory records and resolving delivery discrepancies efficiently.

Qualifications

• Ability to inspect deliveries critically and in detail.
• Good physical condition to lift and move heavy items.
• Excellent organizational skills for storing items.

Responsibilities

• Comparing purchase orders with invoices and packaging lists.
• Inspecting deliveries to ensure they match order criteria.
• Unloading deliveries from trucks.
• Organizing and storing received items in appropriate areas.
• Maintaining records of orders and delivery details.

Skills

Attention to detail

Physical fitness

Inventory management

Communication skills

Job description

We are looking for a receiving clerk to accept and process deliveries. The receiving clerk's responsibilities include verifying delivered items, unloading trucks, ensuring items are stored correctly, and processing returns.

To be successful as a receiving clerk you should be able to inspect deliveries with great attention to detail and be in good physical condition to lift and move heavy items. Ultimately, a top receiving clerk should be able to ensure efficient receiving processes and promptly resolve any problems or discrepancies.

Receiving Clerk Responsibilities:

• Comparing purchase orders with invoices and packaging lists.
• Inspecting deliveries to ensure they match order and invoice criteria.
• Receiving and signing for deliveries.
• Unloading deliveries from trucks.
• Processing returns for incorrect or unsatisfactory items.
• Organizing and storing received items in appropriate areas.
• Updating inventory with received items.
• Communicating with vendors regarding delays or problems.
• Maintaining records of orders, delivery details, etc.