Receiving Manager

Receiving Mgr Store: Merced, CA. Wage: $21.14 - $22.81. Type: Full-time. At Vallarta Supermarkets, we’re more than just a grocery store, we’re a vibrant part of the communities we serve. We’re seeking friendly, service‑oriented individuals who take pride in delivering extraordinary customer experiences and thrive in a fast‑paced, festive environment. If you’re passionate about fresh, quality baked goods and love making people smile, we would love to meet you! About the Role The Receiving Manager is responsible for overseeing all receiving operations, ensuring compliance with company policies while maintaining an organized warehouse. This role supervises, trains, and supports team members to achieve accurate accountabilities for all inbound and outbound merchandise. The Receiving Manager also manages vendor relations, inventory control, and ensures compliance with safety and sanitation standards while modeling Vallarta’s core values: customer service, commitment, integrity, respect, humility, and teamwork. What You’ll Do Greet customers and team members, modeling Vallarta’s six steps of extraordinary service. Ensure compliance with Vallarta’s receiving policies, procedures, and security protocols. Train, supervise, and evaluate receivers and warehouse staff. Maintain accurate accountability of all inbound and outbound merchandise, including containers. Safely unload merchandise and transport to stock areas using equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts. Review invoices and transfers; report discrepancies to scan coordinator, grocery manager, or store director. Inspect received products and report discrepancies or quality concerns immediately. Ensure perishable merchandise is rotated and out‑of‑code product is removed. Control shrinkage, pilferage, and department expenses. Maintain an organized, safe, and clean warehouse and dock area. Ensure transportation containers are returned promptly to designated areas. Support quarterly inventory audits and daily inventory control. Handle damaged/distressed merchandise per company policy. Ensure all powered equipment is used safely and never on the sales floor. Comply with local, state, and federal health, safety, and sanitation regulations. Report unsafe acts, conditions, or equipment to management immediately. Ensure team members follow company policies regarding rest and meal breaks. Perform other duties as assigned. Physical Requirements Stand and walk constantly (6–8 hours/day). Frequent bending, squatting, twisting, and reaching above/below shoulders. Frequent use of hands for grasping, pushing/pulling, and fine manipulation. Lift and carry up to 25 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally (longest distance: 12 feet). Use of pallet jacks, forklifts, and related warehouse equipment. Work near equipment and machinery. Exposure to dust, gas, fumes, noise, and varying temperatures/humidity. May be required to perform tasks at elevated levels (placing or retrieving items). What We’re Looking For Knowledge of grocery warehouse operations, receiving, and vendor processes. Ability to handle equipment such as dollies, pallet jacks, forklifts, ladders, and box cutters. Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills. Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment. Basic computer proficiency (BR Data, Word, Outlook). Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English. Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. Work Environment Fast‑paced supermarket warehouse and dock area. Exposure to perishable and non‑perishable grocery products. Team‑focused, collaborative environment with direct vendor and team member interaction. Benefits Full‑Time Team Members Health medical plan: $25/week, plus free dental & vision. Free $25,000 Basic Life and AD&D Insurance. 401(k) Retirement Plan. Paid vacation. Access to legal services. Part‑Time & Full‑Time Benefits Paid sick time. Premium pay for holidays. Scholarship opportunities. Savings marketplace & credit union membership. Recognition programs (birthdays, years of service, spirit days, etc.). Vallarta Supermarkets is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and diversity. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives and will consider all qualified applicants for employment in accordance with all state, local, and federal laws. Vallarta Supermarkets participates in the E‑Verify program. #J-18808-Ljbffr