Receiving Clerk

Receiving Clerk

The Receiving Clerk plays a critical role in the supply chain by ensuring that all incoming shipments are accurately received, inspected, and documented. This position is responsible for verifying the quantity and quality of goods received against purchase orders and shipping documents to maintain inventory accuracy. The Receiving Clerk collaborates closely with sales, warehouse staff, and purchasing teams to resolve discrepancies and facilitate smooth inventory flow.

Attention to detail and organizational skills are essential to prevent errors and support efficient warehouse operations. Ultimately, this role contributes to maintaining the integrity of inventory records and supports overall operational efficiency within the organization.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with inventory management software or databases.
• Ability to lift and move heavy items safely, regularly up to 50 pounds.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a receiving or warehouse role.
• Familiarity with barcode scanning and electronic data interchange (EDI) systems.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in warehouse environments.
• Ability to operate forklifts or pallet jacks (with certification).
• Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.

Responsibilities:

• Receive and unload incoming shipments, verifying contents against purchase orders and packing lists.
• Inspect goods for damage, defects, or discrepancies and report any issues to the appropriate departments.
• Accurately record received items into inventory management systems and update stock levels.
• Coordinate with warehouse personnel to ensure proper storage and handling of received goods.
• Maintain clean and organized receiving areas to promote safety and efficiency.
• Communicate effectively with suppliers, vendors, and internal teams to resolve delivery issues.
• Assist in periodic inventory audits and cycle counts to ensure data accuracy.

Skills:

The Receiving Clerk utilizes attention to detail daily to verify shipment contents and identify discrepancies, ensuring inventory accuracy. Organizational skills are essential for managing documentation and maintaining an orderly receiving area, which supports efficient warehouse operations. Communication skills enable effective coordination with suppliers and internal teams to resolve issues promptly. Basic computer proficiency is applied to enter data accurately into inventory systems and track shipments.

Preferred skills such as forklift operation and familiarity with ERP systems enhance the ability to handle goods safely and streamline receiving processes.

Builders receiving department is open Monday-Friday. No weekends!

Benefits:

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

8 Paid Holidays

Employee Discount

401k Retirement Plan (with company match)

Profit Sharing Plan

Insurance

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life

Medical and Dependent Flex Accounts

HSA Account

Builders has been serving the community for 40 years. We are a family oriented company seeking constant improvement to support services and being proactive in meeting our customer needs. We do this by building relationships with our customers in order to help them achieve their project goals with teamwork oriented staff, quality products and outstanding customer service. Our customers include contractors, builders, re-modelers and do-it-yourselfers.

We offer building materials and home improvement essentials.

Each location/department within our organization plays a vital role in helping our customers determine the best solutions for their project, home or commercial needs. Working as a core TEAM we guide our customers from start to finish no matter how large or small. Our Team sells, designs, builds and installs the products needed to assist our customers in achieving their goals.

Customer Service is KEY to Exceeding our Customers Expectations.