Receiving and Warehouse Associate

Open and examine shipment contents and compare with invoices, or orders to verify accuracy. 

Receive, verify, and label products, recording data using computer and bookstore software.  

Process invoices: includes tracking credit, verifying discounts, making corrections in invoicing system, and verifying invoices for corporate office.  

Correspond with vendor representatives to rectify problems, such as damages, shortages, defects, pricing mismatches, etc. 

Maintain purchase order and invoice files; coordinate with receiving to ensure paperwork is well-organized. 

Assist in maintaining warehouse organization as needed. 

Assist in packing and shipping orders as needed. 

Assist in pulling and packing returns to publishers as needed. 

Develop cooperative working relationships with others, maintaining them over time. 

Attention to Detail – Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.  

English Language – Job requires the ability to understand and communicate information in both oral and written formats, with co-workers and publishers.  

Adaptability/Flexibility – Job requires being open to change and to considerable variety in the workplace.  

Tools & Technology – Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and an ability to navigate e-mail, Internet, database and inventory management software. 

Sociability – Ability to provide outstanding service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment.  

Physical Qualifications – Ability to lift, bend and twist is required. The job requires moving boxes up to 50 pounds.