POSITION SUMMARY Upholds the Core Values as determined by the management team. Primary responsibility for all positions with Alamo Ace Hardware is to Amaze Every Customer Every Time. The receiver is responsible for all functions and paperwork relating to receiving. This position operates machinery including baler and forklift in a safe and proper manner. The Receiver must maximize sales potential through effective and proper procedures for receiving all products entering the store including verifying actual product against packing slips and confirming product integrity as needed. The Receiver must initial and code invoices, log invoices, and distribute to appropriate departments. This position is responsible for maintaining cleanliness of receiving area including loading dock and trash areas. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ● Receives all product for the store, inspecting for shortages, overages, damage, and quality. ● Examines contents and compares with records, invoices, or orders, to verify accuracy of shipment. ● Reports any receiving discrepancies to Managers and Buyer(s) to rectify problems, such as damages, shortages, or nonconformance to specifications. ● Keeps careful invoice files and records. ● Works closely with the inventory manager to make arrangements or to issue instructions for shipping and delivery of materials. ● Delivers or routes products to appropriate departments or storage areas. ● Attends all applicable training and be able to use or be certified in use of appropriate equipment (including forklifts, pallet jacks, baler, etc.) needed for store or facility. ● Maintains courteous relationships with drivers and vendors. ● Follows Alamo Ace Hardware standards as they pertain to receiving practices. ● Follows and complies with all applicable health and sanitation procedures and adheres to safe work practices. ● Operates all equipment in a safe and proper manner. ● Other related duties as assigned. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES ● High school diploma or equivalent and 1-2 years prior receiving experience; or an acceptable combination of education and experience. ● Ability to prioritize and multi-task. ● Ability to work independently yet have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with other team members and Store leadership ● Knowledgeably communicate with service vendors. ● Ability to understand proper retail receiving. Receiving Associate-Alamo Ace Hardware ● Ability to perform simple math operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division). ● Basic computer knowledge. ● Bilingual (Spanish) verbal and written communication skills strongly preferred ● Ability to operate a forklift ● Possession of a valid State License with a clean driving record in accordance with company’s insurance carrier’s standards Physical Requirements The minimum physical requirements for this position include: ● Ability to stand for an extended period of time, walk, reach, and bend to perform job duties. ● Move and handle merchandise up to 60 pounds, and fixtures throughout the store, which entails lifting and perform all functions as set forth. Job responsibilities may change based on the needs of the business. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the associate occasionally works near moving mechanical parts. The associate may work near outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.50 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person