New

Lead Receiving Associate

Sonepar USA Inc

life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, 401(k)

United States, North Carolina, Charlotte

Jul 29, 2026

There's a Place for You at Capital

A career at Capital Electric is more than a job. You're investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Capital Electric offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building - you can find it here. We operate in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia, and are part of the Sonepar group, the world's #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.

Being "Powered by Difference" means we respect and value diverse perspectives. WithinCapital Electric, we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.

The Receiving &PutawayLead oversees daily receiving andputawayoperations within the Distribution Center, ensuring the accurate, timely, and safe processing of inbound shipments. This role is responsible for coordinating receiving activities, inventory placement, material flow, and team performance while maintaining inventory accuracy and supporting operational productivity goals.

Main Job Duties:

Lead daily receiving andputawayoperations to ensure inbound freight is processed accurately and efficiently.

Schedule workloads, assign tasks, and monitor performance across receiving andputawayassociates.

Coordinate the unloading, inspection, verification, and receipt of inbound shipments.

Ensure efficient material flow from receiving docks to designated storage locations.

Maintain real-time coordination with Inventory Control, Picking, and Shipping departments to support inventory availability and order fulfillment requirements.

Monitor inventory placement andputawayaccuracy to ensure optimal warehouse organization and space utilization.

Track and report receiving productivity,putawayperformance, and inventory accuracy metrics; identify and address process inefficiencies.

Investigate and resolve receiving discrepancies, damaged product issues, and inventory variances.

Support the use of warehouse management systems (WMS) to ensure timely and accurate transaction processing.

Team Leadership

Lead, train, and coach Receiving &PutawayAssociates on safety procedures, warehouse processes, equipment operation, and quality expectations.

Conduct daily start-up meetings and communicate operational priorities and performance targets.

Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, teamwork, and customer service.

Provide ongoing performance feedback and support employee development initiatives.

Safety & Compliance

Ensure all receiving andputawayactivities comply with OSHA regulations andSoneparsafety policies.

Conduct routine safety observations and audits, ensuring associates utilize required PPE and operate equipment safely.

Coordinate withSafety and Maintenance teams regarding equipment inspections, facility concerns, and incident reporting.

Ensure compliance with inventory handling procedures and warehouse operating standards.

Qualifications Required:

Experience: 2+ years of experience in warehouse, distribution, logistics, or inventory operations; 1-2 years of leadership, lead, or supervisory experience preferred.

Equipment Experience:Experienceoperating material handling equipment such as forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers, and pallet jacks preferred.

Technical Skills: Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), RF scanners, and inventory control processes.

What We Offer You

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

Healthcare plans
Dental & vision
Paid time off
Paid parental leave
401(k) retirement savings with company match
Professional and personal development programs

Opportunity to become a shareholder
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
Robust wellness program
Gym reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We're proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

Learn More About Us

Get to know us on YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram and learn how we're "Powering Progress for Future Generations." LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/capitalelectric/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapitalElecSply/

Learn more athttps://www.capitalelectricsupply.com/about

Capital Electric is part of the Sonepar family of brands: https://www.soneparusa.com/us-en/about-us

Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email recruiting@sonepar-us.com.

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