Responsibilities:
- Assist with loading and unloading of trucks as needed.
- Inspect materials for defects and/or damage during shipping.
- Report defective materials or questionable conditions to management.
- Record shortages, lost shipments, etc., and report missing items to management.
- Ensure thorough and accurate completion of shipping and receiving functions, i.e., ticketing, floor preparation of new merchandise (steaming, proper theft deterrent devices, appropriate hanger, etc.), trunk show prep.
- Verify that new receipts are appropriately assigned to each location.
- Accurately prepare items for shipment, i.e., new receipts, charge sends, transfers, RTVs, trunk shows; determine the best method of shipment.
- Prepare/assemble containers for item shipment.
- Ensure all back areas are clean, organized, and maintained.
- May operate tier-lift truck or use hand truck to move, convey, or hoist shipments from department to storage or work areas.
- Follow loss prevention, department policies, procedures, and objectives, and safety procedures as directed by management.
- Maintain professional and supportive relationships with fellow team members, providing backup to other employees as the needs of the business dictate.
- Assist with recurring physical inventory, as requested.
- Additional responsibilities may be added as the needs of the business evolve.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in shipping & receiving.
- Strong computer skills.
- Knowledge of UPS, FedEx operations preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Exhibit a strong sense of professionalism, courtesy and friendly demeanor.
- Ability to multi-task, set priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Keen attention to detail.
- Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule for a retail business, including nights, weekends, store events, etc.
Education:
- High School education or equivalent.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Tootsies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.