Receival Officer

The Receival Officer ensures that all goods received are opened, checked and inspected and meet the required standards. Assist with the supervision of receival, wrap and pack, produce and warehouse staff/departments.

RECEIVAL OFFICER 

Progressive Grocers of Jamaica Limited is seeking applications from suitably qualified individuals to fill the position of Receival Officer for our Kingston, St. Catherine  and Montego Bay Locations. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• To ensure that  products are correctly dated at the receival area.
• To ensure that all items received are opened and thoroughly checked before being accepted.
• To ensure that the goods delivered are what is ordered by the company.
• To check and verify all goods received to ensure that the items listed on the vendor’s invoice are actually delivered and meet store policy for quality, price, and condition.
• To receive all merchandise and process all return credits according to company procedures.
• To identify, highlight and adjust any discrepancies and shortages on invoice/delivery slip, ensuring that vendor delivery personnel sign confirming same according to company procedure.
• To manage damaged and spoiled products according to company policy and minimize losses.
• Assist with the supervision of receival, wrap and pack, produce and warehouse staff/departments.

CORE COMPETENCIES/REQUIREMENTS

• 5 CXC passes including English and Mathematics
• 2 years’ experience as a Receiving Officer/Clerk or similar position
• Very good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written format
• Strong organizing, time management and coordinating skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Computer literate
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks
• Capacity to successfully work in a team environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Must be customer service oriented
• Must have a valid Food Handlers’ Permit while on the job
• Be able to stand for extended periods, bend, lift and work on shifts, Sunday, Saturdays and  Public Holiday 

 Please note that you will be trained before being sent to your assigned location.

We appreciate your interest but only short-listed candidates will be contacted