Receiving Clerk

SUMMARY:
A leading retailer is looking for an experienced Receiving Clerk to oversee stock receipt and manage storeroom inventory at their KwaMashu, Durban store.

POSITION INFO:
Duties and responsibilities: 
Stock:

• Cases - No full / empty cases are left unattended in the receiving area at any time
• Storage of stock - Case lots are allocated to racking in the storeroom and stored in a safe and secure manner
• Receive stock - All stock is received accurately and securely
• All Barcodes are checked – Purchase order vs. actual stock received. If any changes – make note on invoice for Admin dept to update on system. Or to send to MSS to update
• Quality stock - All stock received is of premium quality
• Documentation - All receiving documentation is completed neatly, accurately and fully including names and signatures of supplier reps.

Receiving of Stock:

• Store order (Purchase Orders) corresponds to supplier invoice and discrepancies are raised with department manager.
• Claims needs to be raised for stock that is being returned to the Supplier due to not being ordered
• Quantities of stock - All quantities / weights of stock received correspond to invoice
• Cold chain - All perishable products are checked in first and refrigerated with priority
• Discrepancies - All quality (including damages) and quantity discrepancies are resolved (Stock returned to Supplier – Claim). 
• Claim procedures 

Pricing:

• Discrepancies - Check prices and pack sizes on order form correspond to invoice

Hygiene, Housekeeping and Safety:

• External delivery area - Maintain in a neat and orderly manner on a daily basis
• Internal delivery area and storeroom - Maintain in a neat and orderly manner on a daily basis
• Waste (including boxes and refuse) - Control all waste ensuring that such matter is allocated to the correct areas
• Garbage bins - All garbage bins are controlled, cleaned and cleared daily
• Returns - All returns are maintained in a neat and orderly manner on an ongoing basis
• Equipment including pallets - All equipment is stored in a neat and orderly manner
• Spillages - All spillages in receiving / cold rooms are cleaned up immediately

Security:

• Parcels and bags etc - All parcels of staff and suppliers are checked on entering and leaving the premises
• Waste & boxes - All wastage including refuse and boxes are thoroughly checked and all boxes are crushed 
• Staff searching - A secure system of staff searching is maintained at all times
• External merchandisers - A register of all external merchandisers is kept at all times

Requirements: 

• Matric / NQF Level 4 equivalent with Mathematics.
• At least 2 years of receiving experience OR 4 years of retail experience OR 2 years of relevant clerical experience.
• Computer literacy is beneficial.
• Numeracy Skills – Ability to perform accurate arithmetic calculations.
• Communication Skills – Communicate effectively with team members and suppliers.
• Retail Systems Knowledge – Familiarity with retail systems currently in use.
• Security Awareness – Understanding of security procedures to control stock in the receiving area.
• Cold Chain Management – Knowledge of ideal storage temperatures for different product categories to maintain shelf life.
• Storage Conditions – Understanding storage requirements for various product categories to maintain quality.
• Product Knowledge – Awareness of supermarket products, their quality indicators, and pack sizes.
• Shrinkage Control – Knowledge of how stock can be lost at receiving and how to prevent it.
• Product-Minded – Willingness to learn about products, materials, and processes to improve service.
• Customer-Focused – Outgoing personality with a passion for interacting with customers.
• Team Player – Willing to assist teammates beyond personal responsibilities, showing respect, appreciation, and fairness.
• Attention to Detail – Ability to focus on details without losing sight of the overall task.
• Consistency & Stability – Maintain a positive attitude daily without allowing mood swings to affect job performance.
• Growth Potential – Open to personal development opportunities and receptive to improvement suggestions.
• Integrity – High levels of personal integrity when dealing with staff and suppliers in the receiving area.

Should you not receive a response within the next 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Vacancies are advertised on our website, you wish to keep abreast with our active roles.
 
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