Receiving Lead

The Receiving Lead is responsible for the receiving operations of the Appliance Outlet and Repair Centers and the processing of merchandise ensuring effective inventory controls and movement of merchandise within the store. The Receiving Lead is also accountable for accuracy of receiving documents and supervision over merchandise identification and handling. The Receiving Lead is also accountable for inventory shrinkage. The Receiving Lead is also a role model within the unit for abiding by and holding others accountable for The Code of Business Conduct and overall business practices. Leads by example with the highest level of integrity. The Receiving Lead must have day, evening and weekend availability to work.

Job Duties:

• Leads the Receiving operations to ensure achievement of business goals in expenses, payroll, inventory shrinkage, and Associate morale
• Assists the Receiving team in moving product throughout the building as needed and supports in the receiving and unloading of merchandise off of trucks and from the Delivery Center
• Adheres to operational processes, utilizing available systems to receive and manage inventories
• Leads Receiving processes in training; assist in action plans to improve performance
• Develops partnership with Sears Logistics Services' (SLS) Distribution Centers and Product Repair Service units
• Takes ownership for full implementation of corporate programs and initiatives on expense management, productivity, and Associate morale, including adherence to operational processes and ensuring performance standards are met
• Ensures that the unit adheres to safety policies and procedures
• Leads receiving of merchandise throughout the unit
• Maintains facilities and housekeeping
• Maintains warehouse/receiving space and offsite storage (if necessary)
• Understands and communicates to Management activities/trends in unit and unique local issues
• Understands the Non-Sellable Merchandise Criteria and either directly inspects or reviews all incoming merchandise for non-sellable criteria, reporting findings to the Operations Manager immediately
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Skills:

• Ability to lift in excess of 50 lbs., and use hand wheeled carts to move Appliances
• Computer literacy
• Strong drive for results
• Action oriented
• Strong execution skills
• Courageous leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Knowledge of store and retail operations
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to pay attention to detail