Whole Foods Market
Jobs Phoenix Az – Whole Foods Market is an American supermarket chain founded in Austin, Texas, in September 1980. It focuses on selling natural and organic foods free from artificial colors, flavors, sweeteners, and hydrogenated fats. The company was acquired by Amazon in 2017 and operates over 500 locations
Key Facts
- Founding: September 1980 in Austin, Texas.
- Ownership: Subsidiary of Amazon since 2017.
- Standards: Bans hydrogenated fats, high-fructose corn syrup, and specific artificial preservatives.
- Locations: Over 500 stores across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom
Core Offerings
- Certified organic produce and groceries.
- Meat and seafood meeting strict animal welfare standards.
- Prepared foods, bakeries, and body care items.
- Special discounts for Amazon Prime members
Position :
- Store Receiver – Full Time
Job Responsibilities
- Verify actual product against Purchase Orders and/or supplier paperwork.
- Confirm product integrity,
- Check product temperatures as needed.
- Stamps, initials, processes, and files invoices.
- Distributes invoice copies to appropriate teams when applicable.
- Follows Whole Foods Market Correct Pay Procedures
- Accurately closes purchase orders in the proprietary store purchasing application.
- Adheres to and meets Receiving standards as outlined in Store Process.
- Distributes copies of processed paperwork to Team mailboxes and regional office.
- Follows up with vendors regarding accounts payable.
- Supports product Teams with accounting processes during inventory and financial period close.
- Distributes all store expense invoices to Store Leadership.
- Maintains baler, compactor, and all environmental areas in proper working order; ties bales, calls for can pick up, and directs service team to areas requiring attention.
- Arrives to work station on time, appropriately groomed, dressed and ready to work; works all scheduled shifts and attends required trainings and meetings.
Job Skills
- Strong knowledge of store receiving, accounting, and distribution procedures and policies.
- Working knowledge and application of all WFM quality goals, food handling, safety, and other standards.
- Ability to educate team on product knowledge and convey enthusiasm.
- Knowledge and ability to use computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and IRMA.
- Strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.
- Ability to deliver information in a clear and respectable manner to fellow Team Members, customers, and vendors.
- Ability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, vendors, and Team Members.
- Ability to follow directions and procedures; effective time management and organization skills.
- Passion for natural foods and the mission of Whole Foods Market.
- Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency.
- Understanding of and compliance with WFM quality goals.
Experience
- 12+ months retail experience.
- 12+ months working in a distribution or receiving related environment preferred.
Physical Requirements / Working Conditions
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
- In an 8-hour work day: standing/walking 6-8 hours.
- Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling. Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching.
- Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals.
- Exposure to temperatures: <32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), >90 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Ability to work in a wet and cold environment.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Ability to use tools and equipment, including box cutters, knives, electric pallet jacks, forklifts, hand trucks, six-wheel carts, balers, and other heavy machinery.
Whole Foods Market
Phoenix, AZ
To apply for this job please visit careers.wholefoods.com.