Inbound Receiver at Sysco

Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Food Distribution, Logistics, Supply ChainIndustries

Requirements

  • 18+ years of age
  • High school education/GED or 6 months related warehouse experience or training
  • Previous forklift operation experience
  • Ability to read a limited number of two and three syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers
  • Ability to print and speak simple sentences
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
  • Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
  • Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
  • Basic computer skills
  • Preferred: Previous receiving experience with warehouse management software
  • Competencies: Adaptability, Attendance/Punctuality, Dependability, Ethics, Initiative, Interpersonal Skills

Responsibilities

  • Accurately identify, verify, record, and receive inbound shipments
  • Ensure product and packaging quality align with company standards
  • Inspect containers for cleanliness, pests, and odors before offloading
  • Interact and work with Bahamas Customs with documentation and identification of products
  • Verify and document container temperature for refrigerated loads, reporting any temperature deviations
  • Match product license plates with manufacturing numbers, pack sizes, and quantities
  • Capture UPC codes and document expiration/manufacturing dates for dated items
  • Reject any product outside designated shelf-life ranges and notify the Category Manager
  • Work with Quality Assurance to inspect all inbound produce loads and report any subpar products
  • Document discrepancies on receiving worksheets and escalate issues to Inbound Supervisors
  • Maintain accurate receiving records using the Sysco Warehouse Management System (SWMS)
  • Oversee and ensure proper unloading procedures in collaboration with the unloading service by ensuring proper sorting, segregating, staging, and flowing of inbound products
  • Check, inspect, examine and count all products being unloaded for quality and quantity against Purchase Orders
  • Inform Warehouse management and Merchandising of any discrepancies on purchase orders
  • Make sure that the drivers are backed up to the proper door and their trailers are secure before unloading begins
  • Document all overages, shortages and damages
  • Clean dock area as needed
  • Perform other warehouse duties as assigned
  • Adhere to all company policies, including food safety regulations and inbound receiving procedures

Skills

SWMS
Inbound Receiving
Product Verification
Quality Inspection
Container Inspection
Customs Documentation
Temperature Verification
UPC Capture
Expiration Date Logging
Purchase Order Matching
Inventory Documentation
Unloading Procedures

Sysco

Foodservice distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About Sysco

Sysco Corporation specializes in foodservice distribution, primarily serving restaurants, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions. The company offers a variety of products and services, including food items, kitchen equipment, and marketing support, tailored to meet the specific needs of its clients. Sysco differentiates itself from competitors by providing comprehensive solutions, such as the "Restaurants Rising Toolkit" during the COVID-19 pandemic, which helps restaurants adapt to new dining trends. The goal of Sysco is to make running a restaurant easier and more profitable for its clients.

Houston, TexasHeadquarters
1970Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Food & AgricultureIndustries

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Professional Development Budget
Performance Bonus

Risks

Increased competition from tech-driven solutions could impact Sysco's market share.
Reliance on partnerships for technology advancements may pose risks if results are unmet.
Socially responsible investing trends may pressure Sysco to improve ESG standards.

Differentiation

Sysco offers comprehensive B2B solutions, including food products, equipment, and marketing services.
The company provides flexible payment options and waives delivery minimums for scheduled deliveries.
Sysco's 'Restaurants Rising Toolkit' supports restaurants adapting to new dining trends.

Upsides

Sysco can capitalize on the demand for plant-based and alternative protein products.
The rise of ghost kitchens offers Sysco opportunities for specialized supply chain solutions.
Digital transformation in foodservice allows Sysco to enhance service offerings and engagement.

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