Pros
Fast pace, dealing with customer service, work is always changing
Receiving clerks are needed in almost all retail and warehousing industries. Their primary role is to manage the receipt of stocks and assist in the proper documentation that is required. In fact, becoming a receiving clerk allows an individual to learn the logistics behind the movement of goods.
A receiving clerk is involved in tasks such as performing delivery inspections, conducting inventory updates, managing order records as well as reconciling purchase orders and invoices. Besides that, they assist in unloading products from trucks, processing return items, and ensuring proper item storage.
Employers require receiving clerks to have a minimum of a high school diploma with training to be provided on the job. This role earns, on average, $13 per hour and suits individuals who want to craft a career in logistics.
