Receiving Coordinator - Split Shift

Whisker is the maker of Litter-Robot, Feeder-Robot, and Litterbox.com. At Whisker, we believe pet parenthood can always get better.

As leading innovators in pet tech and refined pet accessories, we work tirelessly to solve problems and deliver smarter insights for pet parents while enriching the lives of pets. Whether it’s a self-cleaning litter box that automates scooping, an automatic feeder that helps pets develop healthier eating habits, or a modern cat tree that delights both humans and felines, we strive to deliver better solutions for consumers while transforming pet care along the way. To us, having a pet is the best thing ever. At Whisker, life together just keeps getting better.

Whisker is based in Auburn Hills, Michigan and Juneau, Wisconsin with 700+ passionate team members. We work in person 4+ days a week.

What You’ll Do:

The Receiving Coordinator manages all inbound freight at the off-site warehouse, ensuring accurate and timely receipt of goods. Responsibilities include scheduling deliveries, verifying documentation, and coordinating with vendors, carriers, and internal teams. This role is key to maintaining inventory accuracy, efficient processing, and effective dock utilization.

Hours: Monday through Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM CST

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.

• Coordinates all inbound shipment appointments and maintains the daily dock schedule to optimize receiving capacity and labor planning
• Ensures all required documents (e.g., packing slips, bills of lading, purchase orders, and advanced shipment notices) are accurate and complete prior to receipts
• Serves as the primary point of contact for incoming freight
• Verifies incoming shipments against purchase orders and works closely with Inventory Control to identify and resolve discrepancies
• Acts as a liaison between warehouse operations, procurement, inventory, and transportation providers to ensure a timely and accurate flow of goods
• Enters receiving data into the company business system (ERP, WMS, or other types of systems utilized by the company) and ensures all transactions are completed in a timely and accurate manner
• Supports adherence to all safety policies, warehouse SOPs, and regulatory requirements related to receiving staging, and documentation retention
• Identifies inefficiencies or bottlenecks in receiving processes and collaborates with leadership to implement improvements
• Operates power equipment (Forklift, pallet jack, etc.) when needed
• Cross-trains within other departments to provide coverage or assistance
• Performs additional responsibilities when required 

What You’ll Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred
• 2+ years of experience in a receiving, inventory, or logistics coordination role
• Proficiency with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and Microsoft Office or Google Workspace tools
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a dynamic environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with common freight terms and documentation practices
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and communicate effectively with external partners
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information
• Ability to maintain a professional atmosphere in a fast-paced environment with numerous interactions and interruptions
• A high degree of initiative, self-motivation, and the ability to motivate others
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with Team Members and colleagues
• Comfortable with office pets (cats, dogs) 

Benefits & Purrks:

Join a tenacious, inventive company that empowers team members to chart their own path, lead by grounding decisions in the “why”, and has a strong sense of empathy and openness to new perspectives. Be a part of exciting growth, work with incredible people, and create tomorrow’s pet products—plus a whole lot of extras. You will also be provided with:

• Premium Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Whisker Parents Program
• 1 day "pawternity" leave for new pet adoption
• Pet Insurance Discount
• 401K match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous paid time off
• 14 Paid Holidays
• Top of the line equipment
• Pet-friendly office
• Whisker products and swag
• Continuing education Support
• On-site gym with Peloton
• Referral program

Statement of Inclusivity:

We believe different perspectives make Whisker better and strive to create a place where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive.

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