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Position Overview
The Receiving position is responsible for accurately receiving, inspecting and documenting all incoming products and materials while supporting merchandising and purchasing functions. This role requires strong computer proficiency, clear communication and a high level of attention to detail to maintain inventory accuracy and support smooth store operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive, unload and sort incoming shipments, ensuring all products are handled safely and efficiently
- Verify incoming materials against purchase orders, packing slips and invoices to ensure accuracy
- Identify discrepancies and assist with processing credits, returns or adjustments as needed
- Maintain accurate digital records using inventory management systems; strong typing and computer skills are essential
- Communicate professionally with vendors, internal departments and support staff through email, phone and Microsoft Teams
- Organize and stage products for storage or distribution
- Maintain a clean, safe and organized receiving area
- Partner with purchasing, warehouse and administrative teams to resolve issues and support daily operations
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Strong computer and typing skills, including navigating inventory or ERP systems
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with vendors and internal teams
- Ability to read, understand and reconcile invoices, credits and related documentation
- High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and organization
- Ability to lift, move and sort products as part of the receiving process
- Basic merchandising knowledge, including product rotation, labeling and display organization
- Understanding of purchasing workflows such as PO creation, tracking and vendor communication preferred
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Knowledge of lumber, hardware, distribution and inventory control is highly desired
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while remaining adaptable and flexible
- Results-oriented with a focus on supporting stores and being a steward of Nation’s Best values
- Strong interpersonal skills with a willingness to provide a high level of customer service
Typical Schedule:
- Monday - Friday: 7am to 3p
- Schedule may include occasional evenings and weekends, but not on a regular basis
What’s It Like to Work for Nation’s Best?
- Teamwork: All our positions, in all our stores, are hands-on. We work together, whenever necessary, to ensure a positive customer experience every time, every day
- Support: We have local resources and a Dallas Support Team to help you along the way and to partner on projects, as appropriate
- Autonomy: We empower entrepreneurial spirit in all our associates
- Relationships: We believe the core of our business is the relationships we build
- Continuous Improvement: We are focused on continuous improvement, ensuring expertise and solid best practices are shared across all our divisions and stores
- Efficiencies: We maximize efficiency through best-in-class technology and consistent business practices nationwide
- Growth Mindset: We are focused on long-term growth, both in our associates and the company
- Atmosphere: This is not a suit-and-tie environment. We roll up our sleeves and get the job done
- Community Service: Our divisions and associates are committed to serving and contributing to the communities in which we live and work
- Safety: We strive to provide a work environment that is safe and healthy for all our associates and customers. We want everyone to go home in the same condition in which they came to work that day