Department Manager - Receiving - Watford City, ND

Ready to Runn with Runnings? Lead a Receiving team in a BRAND-NEW 21,000 sqft retail store!

Receiving Department Manager

Runnings is looking for a motivated, organized, and hands-on leader to join our team as a Receiving Department Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a critical area of store operations that keeps merchandise moving, shelves stocked, and customers satisfied.

We're seeking an individual who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy, results-driven environment and enjoys coordinating inventory, managing freight flow, and developing efficient processes. In this role, you'll oversee receiving operations, maintain inventory accuracy, support store merchandising efforts, and help develop a productive team that keeps the store running smoothly.

If you're an organized problem-solver who enjoys an active work environment and wants to grow your retail leadership career, we'd love to hear from you.

Hourly Pay Range: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour, based on experience.

Why This Role Is Special

• Keep the Store Moving: Lead the department responsible for ensuring merchandise is received, processed, and distributed efficiently throughout the store.
• Fast-Paced & Active: Enjoy a hands-on role in an always-moving environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities.
• Growth Opportunity: Develop valuable leadership and operational skills while building a career with a growing company.
• Make a Direct Impact: Your organization, attention to detail, and leadership help create a better shopping experience for customers and support every department in the store.

What You'll Do

• Lead daily receiving operations and oversee the flow of incoming merchandise.
• Coordinate the distribution and prioritization of new merchandise throughout the store.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels and support inventory integrity initiatives.
• Ensure freight is processed efficiently and merchandise is available for sale in a timely manner.
• Assist customers and support store operations as needed.
• Partner with Store Management and Retail Buyers regarding inventory needs and product flow.
• Train, coach, and support receiving team members.
• Maintain organized receiving, stockroom, and backroom areas.
• Ensure safe handling, storage, and movement of merchandise.
• Promote workplace safety and compliance with company procedures.
• Support merchandising efforts and store-wide operational goals.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by the Store Manager.

What We're Looking For

• Organizational Skills: Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-moving environment.
• Leadership Ability: Ability to coach, train, and motivate team members while promoting accountability and teamwork.
• Results-Driven Mindset: Committed to maintaining inventory accuracy, operational efficiency, and high performance standards.
• Customer-Focused Approach: Understands how excellent receiving and inventory management contribute to overall customer satisfaction.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify challenges, prioritize workload, and find practical solutions.
• Flexibility: Ability to work a varied schedule including days, evenings, and alternating weekends.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work an irregular schedule.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Extended periods of standing and walking.
• Frequent bending, reaching, carrying, and twisting.
• Ability to safely move and organize merchandise throughout the store.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior receiving, warehouse, inventory control, logistics, retail operations, or customer service experience preferred.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience is a plus.
• Forklift certification or experience is beneficial but not required.

Work Environment

• Retail store environment.
• Fast-paced receiving and inventory operations.
• Frequent interaction with freight deliveries, inventory, and store team members.
• Active and physically demanding work environment.

Benefits

• Employee Discount
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Advancement Opportunities

About Runnings

For more than 75 years, Runnings has been committed to providing quality products and exceptional customer service throughout the Midwest and Northeast. As a family-owned retailer serving rural communities, we proudly offer products for homes, farms, ranches, pets, hunting, fishing, and outdoor living. At Runnings, we believe in hard work, integrity, community involvement, and developing our team members for long-term success.

Runnings is an Equal Opportunity Employer.