Store Receiver

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$18.00/hr - $30.20/hr

Whole Foods Market offers Whole Benefits, which may include health insurance, retirement plan benefits, eligibility for a store discount, paid time off, and access to various other benefit programs.

• Verify actual product against Purchase Orders and/or supplier paperwork.
• Confirm product integrity.
• Check product temperatures as needed.
• Stamp, initial, process, and file invoices.
• Distribute invoice copies to appropriate teams when applicable.
• Follow Whole Foods Market Correct Pay Procedures.
• Accurately close purchase orders in the proprietary store purchasing application.
• Adhere to and meet Receiving standards as outlined in Store Process.
• Distribute copies of processed paperwork to Team mailboxes and regional office.
• Follow up with vendors regarding accounts payable.
• Support product teams with accounting processes during inventory and financial period close.
• Distribute all store expense invoices to Store Leadership.
• Maintain baler, compactor, and all environmental areas in proper working order; tie bales, call for pick up, and direct service team to areas requiring attention.
• Arrive to work station on time, appropriately groomed, dressed, and ready to work; work all scheduled shifts and attend required trainings and meetings.

• Strong knowledge of store receiving, accounting, and distribution procedures and policies.
• Working knowledge and application of all WFM quality goals, food handling, safety, and other standards.
• Ability to educate team on product knowledge and convey enthusiasm.
• Knowledge and ability to use computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and IRMA.
• Strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Ability to deliver information in a clear and respectable manner to fellow Team Members, customers, and vendors.
• Ability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, vendors, and Team Members.
• Ability to follow directions and procedures; effective time management and organization skills.
• Passion for natural foods and the mission of Whole Foods Market.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency.
• Understanding of and compliance with WFM quality goals.

• 12+ months retail experience.
• 12+ months working in a distribution or receiving related environment preferred.

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• In an 8‑hour work day: standing/walking 6‑8 hours.
• Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling. Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching.
• Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals.
• Exposure to temperatures: 90°F.
• Ability to work in a wet and cold environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to use tools and equipment, including box cutters, knives, electric pallet jacks, forklifts, hand trucks, six‑wheel carts, balers, and other heavy machinery.

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Retail

At Whole Foods Market, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all Team Members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Whole Foods Market hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.