Receiving Specialist Job Description
Receiving specialist
provides assistance to the Shipping and Receiving department in the packaging and shipping of domestic and international orders, receiving vendor products, and stock room control.
Receiving Specialist Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Coordinate high priority shipping and receiving activities
Oversee the warehouse supply chain - including material receiving, preparation and shipping
Perform cycle counting process and assure accurate results uncovering necessary recounts and processes to be monitored and improved
Physically performs full physical inventories
Prepares outgoing material for shipping, including all returns
Prepare routine reports in SAP to identify overdue deliveries, stock out
Preps and packages product returns for shipment back to customers
Meet deadlines for issue, action plan and project (ATP, packaging inst
May send manifests via mail, scan and email on a daily and/or monthly basis
Lifting is generally at or below 35Lbs
Receiving Specialist Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Receiving Specialist
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: DG, IATA, DOT, RCRA, CFR, D.O.T
Education for Receiving Specialist
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the receiving specialist job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as High School and Collage Degree in Education, General Education, Business, Associates, Library, Supply Chain Management, Technical, Industrial Engineering, Business/Administration, Graduate
Skills for Receiving Specialist
Desired skills for receiving specialist include:
Receiving
Communicates to ensure compliance
Vendor / Partner sales floor conditions
Products used throughout the store and work across departments to provide and assist guests in finding complete meal solutions
Shipping procedures
Costs of recalls and potential costs due to negative impacts on a company's reputation
Rates
Routes
Ability to adhere to department safety rules regarding eye and ear protection
Ability to use a variety of basic hand tools
Desired experience for receiving specialist includes:
Requires a minimum of two (2) to three (3) years related experience and/or training
Ability to kneel, bend and climb stairs
Ability to maneuver 160 lb keg
Comfortable in a loud, high-volume setting
Ability to perform professionally in a bar setting
Knowledge of and ability to communicate technical and complex material to individuals who may have limited knowledge in the area
Receiving Specialist Examples
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Receiving Specialist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a receiving specialist. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for receiving specialist
- Cross-functional duties in other areas may be assigned
- Associates degree in logistics, supply chain, engineering, management, or related fields
- Previous experience in consumer products industry or distribution environment
- Check received shipments for damaged goods and verifies quantity and quality of order
- Inventory all received shipping containers
- Verify shipping documents for quantity, part number, serial number, serviceability
- Initiate warranty tags/stickers as required
- Report and adjust inventory discrepancies for damaged or erroneous cargo
- Update computer database for quantity received, issued
- Provide oversight/security for pilfer able, shelf-life and warranty items
Qualifications for receiving specialist
- Willingness to work overtime and Saturdays (occasional Sundays when need be)
- Thorough knowledge of processing information and merchandise via a computer
- The work environment will include shifting priorities and assignments in various areas of the store throughout a shift
- Use various machines, automation equipment, calculators and recorders to prepare printed material
- Move and consolidate stocked inventory to ensure organization of warehouse and grouping of incoming material
- Opportunity to deliver this level of service to our customers, while working in
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Job Description Example
Our company is hiring for a receiving specialist. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for receiving specialist
- Unload product and loading trucks and train cars
- Operate pelleting equipment efficiently in a manner that assures high quality
- Maintain records on all grain equipment including legs, conveyors, grain cleaner, vehicles and all facility equipment
- Perform general work around the facility
- Process damaged and spoiled products according to company policy
- Ensure financial accuracy of all invoices
- Maintain metrics and analyze data to assess department performance and implement process improvements
- Cooperate with in-house production team to ensure timely processing of customer orders
- Oversee activities of operational shipping team and transportation companies to guarantee accurate and on-time shipping
- Obtain all necessary certifications and prepare required shipping documentation
Qualifications for receiving specialist
- Have a positive attitude and be a team player
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift 75 lbs., bend, turn, twist
- Minimum 1 year experience in similar position and High School diploma
- Perform specialized packaging and create specialized shipment instructions based on customer request
- It may be necessary to work to tight time constraints to meet set deadlines
- HS Diploma or GED (education will be verified)
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Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking to fill the role of receiving specialist. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for receiving specialist
- File paperwork, memos, as per Office Organization System
- Other stores, and outside vendors following prescribed procedures
- Schedule delivery appointments
- Additional responsibilities of this position includes assisting in the creation of a culture of safety and health by performing work safely in accordance with all company safety procedures
- Receive and reconcile PO’s in Inventory System (Syteline)
- Process receipts in FIFO manner
- Deliver product to inventory rack or point of use
- Responsible for both inside & outside transactions
- Assure all division purchase orders are issued on SAP and be knowledgeable of ways to track and control costs, , through use of these programs
- Be knowledgeable of plant operations, in order to be able to find cost savings opportunities
Qualifications for receiving specialist
- Ability to establish and follow processes
- Ability to operate and understand Material / Production Tracking Software
- Ability to handle conflict in a dynamic environment and maintain control over constantly rotating inventory
- Successful candidates must be self-motivated and able to work effectively with limited oversight
- Hazardous Shipping & Hazardous Waste Shipping Certifications Desired (DOT / IATA / RCRA)
- Previously qualified to operate a forklift
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Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of receiving specialist. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for receiving specialist
- Receives monographs according to procedures, records receipts online, distributes items for selector review, and routes to the next processing or final shelving location
- Be knowledgeable of stockroom inventory dollar values, set inventory reduction goals and direct efforts towards inventory reduction
- Meet with vendors to discuss quality, service and delivery issues
- Maintain files of certificate of conformity (COCs), document non-conformance's in the database, and make appropriate entries in the material management system
- Coordinate with vendors and other internal departments on program quality issues
- Assist in statistical data collection, analysis, and presentation to illustrate product quality trends
- May be required to manage hazardous material, calibration and shelf life
- Copy, scan and filing of paperwork
- Load and unload materials from Freight trucks and UPS as required in accordance with standard safe handling practices
- Perform safe handling to stock hazardous materials and/or place hazardous waste material in proper containers
Qualifications for receiving specialist
- Associate’s Degree or a High School
- Minimum 1+ years of computer experience (Microsoft Office)
- Cross functional communication and interaction with various functions including regulatory, customer service, supply chain, and others as required
- Timely returns processing as applicable
- Complete Warehousing & Inventory execution tasks as applicable
- Able to work overtime as the business requires to include Holidays and weekends
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Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking for a receiving specialist. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for receiving specialist
- Provides support to the production control and material planning functions
- Responsible for preparing “Kits” of materials as specified by Production Control
- Assesses and maintains storage facility conditions such as temperature, light, humidity, dust, or other environmental conditions as necessary
- Analyzes inventory levels, inventory positioning based on known production plans
- Maintains inventory and accuracy of information in MRP
- Identifies area for process flow improvements
- Resolves basic to moderately complex inventory issues
- Place orders for raw materials to support Production and Customer Service Teams
- Work with Marketing and Design colleagues to ensure proper artwork is applied for label, box, and other packaging orders
- Ensure incoming shipments are checked, received, labeled, and put away per procedure and that necessary documents are filed
Qualifications for receiving specialist
- May require long periods of walking or standing
- Must be able to climb stairs or ladder
- Must be able to use a pallet jack or hand truck
- Also responsible for loading dock organization and cleanliness
- General proficiencies in Microsoft Office and SAP
- Professional approach – ability to work harmoniously and productively in a team environment and to respond