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Receiving Assistant

New Seasons Market began in 2000 as a neighborhood market, a place where local communities can come together to connect with where their food comes from. A friendly, inviting place that honors its region's farmers, ranchers, growers and makers. Today we are part of Good Food Holdings; a collection of regional specialty grocers committed to serving our communities with the highest quality of products and great service, where our goal remains the same: to build community through good food. Accordingly, we seek skilled team members who share the same commitments and who appreciate the fact that New Seasons Market celebrates diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Assists Receiving Manager in the facilitation and execution of Receiving operations and work, including vendor and inventory check-in. Provides exceptional customer service and contributes to a positive and collaborative team environment.

Engages the customer in a friendly manner by seeking opportunities to exceed customer expectations and enhance the customer experience.

Works a schedule that is informed by the needs of the business and may be subject to change seasonally or due to varying staffing needs and demonstrates reliable and predictable attendance, in accordance with attendance policy and all applicable laws.

Shifts tasks as priorities and circumstances change based on needs and conditions of department and whole store as needed.

Demonstrates a solutions-oriented approach to problems or concerns.

Represents company values. Demonstrates commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment. Works cooperatively and positively with fellow team members, customers and vendors spiriting a respectful workplace where everyone is welcome.

Gives and receives feedback in a constructive manner demonstrating company "Speak Up & Listen" culture. Responds to feedback in order to improve performance.

Conserves company resources. Works in a manner consistent with company mission, vision and values and sustainability program.

Adheres to work and food safety policies set forth by the company and all local, state and federal regulatory agencies. Contributes to store cleanliness, maintains equipment. Informs store/department management of any problems.

Observes all company rules and policies. Understands and complies with specific department or location guidelines, tasks and responsibilities.

Demonstrates sound judgment and decision-making in completing job-related tasks, in behaviors in the workplace, and in interactions with co-workers, customers, and the community.

Consistently utilizes the DEI lens in work tasks and when working with other teams and stakeholders.

Responsible for accurate scanning of products received into the corresponding inventory management software for each vendor delivery, return, and credit.

Receives and checks for quality and condition of all products in accordance with department standards.

Receives and verifies quantity and cost of all products delivered or returned with the inventory management system against the invoices, purchase orders, and credits for all departments.

Assists with daily communication with all departments of any issues, discrepancies, and the status of all deliveries, returns, and credits.

Assists with daily electronic approval of all department invoices into the inventory management systems and import into the accounts payable system for correct vendor payment.

Responsible for adhering to state and federal liquor regulations for all COD vendor payments, credits, and returns.

Maintains the organization and cleanliness of the receiving and dock areas.

Works with departments and operations in maintaining and organizing the store recycling areas and department inventory back-stock areas.

Maintains awareness of weekly ads, promotions, events and holidays.

Follows company procedures for processing invoices, transfers and credits.

Handles damaged and spoiled product according to company policy.

Maintains professional relationships with vendors.

Understands and complies with specific shift guidelines, tasks and responsibilities.

This position works at a Heavy level. Required frequently and up to continuously to be on feet with a mix of standing and walking throughout shift. Sitting seldom required. Up to occasionally, dependent on location, required to climb stairs, step stool and /or ladders.

Frequently required to use hands and wrists for grabbing, twisting and pulling.

Performs other tasks and duties as assigned.

Work occurs in a grocery store environment which includes surfaces that can be wet and slippery, depending on location may have stairs or elevators, moderate noise level, and temperature extremes in controlled environments in the cooler and freezer, and depending on location, working outside in all temperatures. There may be exposure to certain allergens and / or chemicals. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, and other applicable state or local law, we will offer reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

All staff have access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and our 30% staff shopping discount. Full-time, regular-status staff that regularly work 24 hours or more per week and have worked for 60 days are eligible for medical, dental, vision, pre-tax spending accounts, life, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), and disability benefits. Full-time, part-time, and temporary staff who have worked for 60 days and are at least 21 years of age may participate in the 401(k) program. Employees begin accruing PTO on their first day of employment; the amount they accrue depends on hours worked and tenure. Staff may be eligible for paid holidays, depending on schedule and tenure. Additional benefits include supplemental leave pay (such as parental or bereavement), a store incentive program based on financial & operational goals, paid time for volunteering at a 501(c)3 non-profit, discounts on some forms of public transportation, adoption assistance, and up to $40 reimbursement for dinner out or New Seasons Market groceries for their birthday.