Receiving Inspector (Department Store)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Production-Related Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Shipping and Receiving Clerks
Summary
A job in department stores that checks the quantity and quality of incoming goods and records them in the inventory management system.
Description
Department store receiving inspectors check whether the quantity and items match the delivery notes from suppliers. They inspect the appearance and quality of the goods for damage, stains, or defects. If there are any issues, they coordinate with the supplier for appropriate handling. Afterward, they register the goods in the inventory management system and handle receiving operations until handover to sales floors or related departments. The work primarily involves standing and data entry using barcode readers or handheld terminals.
Future Outlook
With advances in logistics automation and IT, efficiency tools are being introduced, but demand for accurate receiving operations remains stable.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Meticulous / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Casual attire / Shift work / Standing work / Store-based
Career Path
Receiving Inspector → Inventory Control Staff → Logistics Operator → Logistics Manager
Required Skills
Barcode Reader Operation / Basic PC Operation (Inventory Management) / Data Entry / Delivery Note Matching
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required to not miss any damage or defects in products. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Tasks are routine with little need for idea generation. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | The burden of acquiring specialized knowledge is relatively low. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operator Training Course
Aliases
- Inbound Receiving Staff
- Inspector
Related Jobs
- Buyer
- Inventory Control Staff
- Purchase Inspector