Receiving Lead

Receiving Lead

The Receiving Lead is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and efficient receiving and inventory control operations. This role plays a critical part in maintaining inventory accuracy, resolving discrepancies, and supporting operational efficiency, company profitability, and customer satisfaction. The Receiving Lead serves as a key point of communication between warehouse staff, supervisors, purchasing, and sales teams.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee daily receiving activities to ensure all inbound materials are received accurately and in a timely manner
• Verify shipments against purchase orders and packing slips, identifying and resolving discrepancies in quantities, product, or condition
• Accurately enter, update, and maintain inventory data within the company ERP system, including loading receipts and researching product information
• Conduct inventory audits and cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy and report variances
• Communicate clearly and professionally with supervisors, purchasing, sales teams, vendors, and warehouse staff to resolve receiving and inventory issues
• Safely operate forklifts and material-handling equipment; forklift experience and certification required
• Perform equipment safety checks and report maintenance or safety concerns promptly
• Maintain the ability to determine inventory status and location at any given time
• Train and support warehouse associates on proper receiving procedures and inventory best practices
• Process returns accurately and ensure proper documentation and system updates
• Assist in pulling, staging, and coordinating materials for delivery or customer pickup as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and secure receiving and storage area
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines in a drug-free workplace
• Present a neat, professional image at all times
• Perform other duties as assigned

 

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy in receiving and inventory processes
• Prior forklift experience required; certification or ability to obtain certification
• Experience using inventory management software or ERP systems to receive product, research inventory, and pull reports
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills to effectively resolve discrepancies
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced warehouse environment
• Basic computer proficiency and comfort working with technology

 

Benefits:

• Full health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401 k
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation Pay
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Discount
• Plus more...

Job Type: FULL-TIME

Pay: Based on experience