Shipping and Receiving Clerk
しゅっか・じゅかがかりじむいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Production-Related Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Shipping and Receiving Clerks
Summary
Handles clerical tasks related to the shipping and receiving of goods, including invoice creation, inventory management, and shipping procedures.
Description
Shipping and Receiving Clerks create shipping invoices and manifests based on order information and shipping instructions, and make arrangements with delivery companies. Upon receipt, they record receipt confirmations and inspection results and input them into the inventory system. They also handle inventory adjustments, investigate causes of discrepancies, and coordinate and communicate with various departments to ensure smooth logistics flow. The work centers on system operations and document management, but requires quick and accurate responses during peak periods.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of the e-commerce market, logistics volume is on an increasing trend, and demand for shipping and receiving clerks is expected to remain stable. Opportunities for skill expansion may arise through business efficiency improvements, automation, and system implementations.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Office Work / Overtime During Peak Periods / Partial Remote Possible / Shift Work
Career Path
Shipping and Receiving Clerk → Logistics Clerical Leader → Logistics Manager → Inventory Control Specialist → Logistics Planning and Improvement Specialist
Required Skills
ERP Logistics System Operation / Inventory Management / Invoice Processing / PC Basic Operations
Recommended Skills
Business Process Improvement / Communication Skills (English Email) / EDI Knowledge / Picking
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because shipping errors or mistakes in invoices can lead to major troubles. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work is mainly based on established procedures, and creativity is not particularly required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, with little heavy lifting. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operator Training Completion
- Nissho Bookkeeping Grade 3
Aliases
- Dispatch Clerk
- Logistics Clerk
- Receiving Clerk
- Shipping Clerk
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- Forklift Operator
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- Logistics Planner
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