Receiving Clerks

Individuals who process incoming shipments of merchandise or materials. They determine whether orders have been filled correctly by verifying incoming shipments against the original order and the accompanying bill of lading or invoice. They make a record of the shipment and the condition of its contents. In many firms, receiving clerks either use hand-held scanners to record barcodes on incoming products or enter the information into a computer. These data then can be transferred to the appropriate departments. The shipment is checked for any discrepancies in quantity, price and discounts. Receiving clerks may route or move shipments to the proper department, warehouse section or stockroom. They also may arrange for adjustments with shippers whenever merchandise is lost or damaged.