Receiving & Returns Specialist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Career development

Supportive environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Receiving & Returns Specialist for a facility in Mahikeng to manage inbound goods and customer returns, ensuring accuracy of inventory and efficient processing.

You will inspect shipments, verify against orders, process returns, maintain a clean area, and collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve discrepancies, contributing to smooth operations in logistics and warehousing.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in warehouse receiving, inventory control, or returns processing.
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles and practices.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
• Proficiency in using warehouse management systems (WMS) or similar inventory software.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting moderately heavy items.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and inspect all incoming shipments for damages and discrepancies.
• Verify received goods against purchase orders and packing lists, reporting any variances.
• Process returned merchandise, inspecting items for condition and processing refunds or exchanges.
• Update inventory records accurately with received goods and processed returns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe receiving and returns area.
• Communicate with suppliers and internal departments regarding receiving discrepancies and return issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Time management

Organizational skills

Inventory management

Tools

WMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a diligent Receiving & Returns Specialist to manage incoming goods and process customer returns at their facility in Mahikeng . This role is vital for maintaining inventory accuracy and ensuring efficient handling of all inbound logistics and reverse logistics processes. You will be responsible for inspecting received goods, verifying against purchase orders, and processing returns accurately and promptly. The ideal candidate is organized, possesses strong attention to detail, and is committed to upholding operational standards within the Logistics & Warehousing sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and inspect all incoming shipments for damages and discrepancies.
• Verify received goods against purchase orders and packing lists, reporting any variances.
• Process returned merchandise, inspecting items for condition and processing refunds or exchanges.
• Update inventory records accurately with received goods and processed returns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe receiving and returns area.
• Communicate with suppliers and internal departments regarding receiving discrepancies and return issues.

Requirements

• Previous experience in warehouse receiving, inventory control, or returns processing.
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles and practices.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
• Proficiency in using warehouse management systems (WMS ) or similar inventory software.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting moderately heavy items.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a key operational role within the Logistics & Warehousing industry.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plan.
• Training and development opportunities for career growth.
• A structured and supportive work environment.