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Lead, Receiving Specialist - Memphis

United States·Memphis,Southavenlead

Logistics & Supply ChainReceiving Specialist

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Key Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and coordinate a team of Receiving Specialists; assign work, provide training, and ensure consistent,

Requirements Summary

High school diploma or equivalency certificate 3+ years of experience in receiving, supply chain, warehouse, or manufacturing environment, including at least 1 year in a lead, senior,

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Logistics & Supply ChainReceiving Specialist

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today, SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of making life multiplanetary and expanding consciousness to the stars.

SpaceXSI is building Super Intelligence to help humanity understand the universe. Our teams are building the full Super Intelligence stack: from our Colossus supercomputers, to Grok models, to our suite of applications, including Grok Bot, Grok Build, Grok Imagine, Grok Voice, and X. We're creating a powerful flywheel where more compute trains better models, better models power more useful products, and what we learn from people using those products shapes what we build next.

About the Role

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We are seeking an experienced Lead, Receiving Specialist to oversee inbound receiving operations supporting data center construction and operations in Memphis, TN. In this working-lead role, you will lead a team of Receiving Specialists in the accurate, timely, and damage-free receipt of high-value materials and equipment (including servers, networking gear, power systems, cooling infrastructure, and other critical components). You will combine hands-on execution with team leadership to maintain inventory integrity, resolve discrepancies, and support aggressive project timelines in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

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→Lead, mentor, and coordinate a team of Receiving Specialists; assign work, provide training, and ensure consistent, high-quality execution of receiving processes
→Oversee receipt of all incoming materials and packages; transact receipts in the ERP/WMS system and process hold packages
→Create, print, and apply routing labels and required identifiers; maintain accurate records of incoming paperwork
→Verify all material received for conformity with accompanying documentation, checking for damage, correct part numbers, and quantity
→Interface with carriers, vendors, purchasing, logistics, facilities, and construction/operations teams to resolve receipt, discrepancy, and distribution issues
→Coordinate return shipments and reverse logistics
→Review stagnant inventory reports and support location accuracy and inventory reconciliation
→Operate forklifts and powered industrial equipment in accordance with safety procedures
→Drive good housekeeping, 5S, and process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and safety
→Document non-conformances and support root-cause and corrective-action processes as needed

Requirements

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High school diploma or equivalency certificate
3+ years of experience in receiving, supply chain, warehouse, or manufacturing environment, including at least 1 year in a lead, senior, or supervisory capacity

3+ years of experience in a receiving role, preferably supporting data center, construction, or high-tech operations
Experience with ERP or warehouse management systems and scanning equipment (RF/handheld scanners)
Experience operating a forklift and other powered industrial equipment
Experience handling high-value or sensitive electronics, servers, or critical infrastructure components
Experience with nonconforming material control, discrepancy resolution, and inventory accuracy processes
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft suite proficiency
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, train others, and drive operational improvements

Must be open to working either day shift (6:00 AM – 4:00 PM) or night shift (6:00 PM – 4:00 AM), Monday–Friday, with weekends included when needed to support 24/7 project demands; flexibility to cover overtime as required
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and perform physical tasks for extended periods
Willingness to work in a warehouse environment that may include exposure to varying temperatures, noise, and dust
Strong commitment to safety protocols and procedures

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