Job Responsibilities

Verify actual product against Purchase Orders and/or supplier paperwork.

Confirm product integrity.

Check product temperatures as needed.

Stamps, initials, processes, and files invoices.

Distributes invoice copies to appropriate teams when applicable.

Follows Whole Foods Market Correct Pay Procedures.

Accurately closes purchase orders in the proprietary store purchasing application.

Adheres to and meets Receiving standards as outlined in Store Process.

Distributes copies of processed paperwork to Team mailboxes and regional office.

Follows up with vendors regarding accounts payable.

Supports product Teams with accounting processes during inventory and financial period close.

Distributes all store expense invoices to Store Leadership.

Maintains baler, compactor, and all environmental areas in proper working order; ties bales, calls for can pick up, and directs service team to areas requiring attention.

Arrives to work station on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work; works all scheduled shifts and attends required trainings and meetings.

Experience

12+ months retail experience.

12+ months working in a distribution or receiving related environment preferred.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

In an 8-hour work day: standing/walking 6-8 hours.

Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling. Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching.

Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals.

Exposure to temperatures: <32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), >90 degrees Fahrenheit.

Ability to work in a wet and cold environment.

Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Ability to use tools and equipment, including box cutters, knives, electric pallet jacks, forklifts, hand trucks, six-wheel carts, balers, and other heavy machinery.

Note: The purpose of this document is to provide a general summary of essential responsibilities for the position and is not meant as an exhaustive list. This document does not reflect all job duties or requirements for every position. Requirements build as one progresses through the job levels, so any job duties required at a lower level may be required at the higher level in addition to the duties listed for that higher level. Duties, assignments, and other responsibilities may differ for similar positions based on business conditions, departmental or geographic location, and/or needs for the particular position. An individual must demonstrate successful performance in their current position before being considered for promotion. In addition, in order to promote into a higher-level position, a business need for the promotion must exist and the candidate must be considered the most qualified person for the new position. Completion of certain milestones such as obtaining an advanced degree or certification, time in current position, or developing skills to perform at the higher-level role do not guarantee a promotion.