Store Receiver

Store Receiver - Full Time

Whole Foods Market

$15.50/hr - $29.20/hr

Perform receiving, accounting, and distribution operations for incoming product deliveries across all store teams. All Whole Foods Market retail positions require courteous, friendly, and efficient service to customers and team members. Duties are performed in accordance with team and store Standard Operating Procedures and must support Whole Foods core values, health and safety regulations, and regulatory duties in the department.

• Verify actual product against Purchase Orders and supplier paperwork.
• Confirm product integrity.
• Check product temperatures as needed.
• Stamp, initials, process, and file invoices.
• Distribute invoice copies to appropriate teams when applicable.
• Follow Whole Foods Market Correct Pay Procedures.
• Accurately close purchase orders in the proprietary store purchasing application.
• Adhere to and meet Receiving standards outlined in Store Process.
• Distribute processed paperwork to team mailboxes and regional office.
• Follow up with vendors regarding accounts payable.
• Support product teams with accounting processes during inventory and financial close.
• Distribute all store expense invoices to Store Leadership.
• Maintain baler, compactor, and environmental areas; tie bales, call for pick‑ups, and direct service team as needed.
• Arrive at workstation on time, appropriately groomed, and ready to work; attend all scheduled shifts, required trainings, and meetings.

• Strong knowledge of store receiving, accounting, and distribution procedures and policies.
• Working knowledge and application of WFM quality goals, food handling, safety, and other standards.
• Ability to educate team on product knowledge and convey enthusiasm.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and IRMA.
• Excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Ability to deliver information clearly and respectfully to team members, customers, and vendors.
• Ability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions.
• Ability to follow directions and procedures; effective time‑management and organization skills.
• Passion for natural foods and the Whole Foods Market mission.
• Strong work ethic and capability to work in a fast‑paced environment with a sense of urgency.
• Understanding of and compliance with WFM quality goals.

• 12+ months retail experience.
• 12+ months working in a distribution or receiving related environment (preferred).

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• 8‑hour workday:
  Standing/walking 6–8 hours.
• Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling; motions include bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching.
• Exposure to FDA‑approved cleaning chemicals.
• Exposure to temperatures: 90°F.
• Ability to work in a wet and cold environment.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Use of tools and equipment: box cutters, knives, electric pallet jacks, forklifts, hand trucks, six‑wheel carts, balers, and other heavy machinery.

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. Requirements may vary by level and location. Promotion requires demonstrated performance and a business need.

Wage range: $15.50–$29.20 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Whole Foods Market offers Whole Benefits which may include health insurance, retirement plan benefits, a store discount, paid time off, and access to other benefit programs. Eligibility is determined under the applicable Whole Benefits plan on the date of hire.

Whole Foods Market provides a fair and equal employment opportunity for all team members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Hiring and promotion are based solely on qualifications and business needs.

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