Position Summary: Works closely with Receiving Manager/Supervisor to ensure efficient operation of the Receiving Department. Responsible for maintaining accurate records of shipping and receiving related transactions. Follows-up and maintains Receiving Manager/Supervisor aware of activities and discrepancies. Essential Functions: Schedules and monitors deliveries. Communicates efficiently and concisely over the phone, in person and through e-mail to coordinate returns, rejections and credits. Accurately inputs a high volume of information into the computer concerning incoming and outgoing merchandise in a timely manner. Checks and records the quantity of the merchandise for conformity to purchase orders and specifications. Records and reports shortages and discrepancies. Ensures friendly, efficient and professional customer service.

This is a salaried role starting at $55,000/year plus bonuses. The Assistant Branch Manager reports directly to the Branch Manager and has the overall responsibility for ensuring operations in the warehouse is being maintained in accordance with company policy and guidelines. In addition, the Assistant Manager will be responsible for the entire operations of the warehouse in the absence of the Branch Manager. Depending on the size and volume of the warehouse, a warehouse may utilize one or two Assistants. The duties of the Assistant include overseeing major departments in the warehouse; front end, receiving, perishables area, dry goods floor, equipment and small-wares, reception, inventory control & cash room. In addition, Branch Assistants may also oversee administrative functions, merchandising, safety issues, HACCP, in-store audits, physical inventory preparation, as well as participating in external store audits for the company. The Assistant Branch Manager provides leadership and guidance to all store employees and department Managers and ensures he/she is communicating all pertinent issues to the Branch Manager. The Assistant Manager should also provide continuous feedback to employees to ensure optimum productivity and that customer service/satisfaction is always at its peak.