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Retail Freight Manager

3/22/2026

The primary responsibilities involve planning, unloading, checking in, and merchandising distribution and direct vendor shipments while ensuring accurate and timely execution of freight flow to the sales floor. This role also requires maintaining an orderly and safe receiving area, managing damaged goods, and directing the work of other associates assisting with freight processes.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

5,001-10,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Harrisburg, PA-based Ollie’s Bargain Outlet is one of America’s largest retailers of closeouts, excess inventory and salvage merchandise. Our buyers scour the world looking for great deals to deliver to our customers. You’ll find lots of famous brand-name goods in our 500+ "semi-lovely"​ store locations, and the inventory is always changing! Not only do we value our customers, but we understand that our associates are our most valuable resource. Our people are the key to our success. We pride ourselves in a 75% target internal rate-of-promotion. We invest in our associates for the growth of their future and ours. Ollie’s does this through our OLI (Ollie’s Leadership Institute) program, which is designed to train and develop associates for their next internal move within the company. Ollie’s seeks and encourages an entrepreneurial spirit by offering a non-planogram environment that allows store managers to use their space to the best of their ability and knowledge. The first Ollie’s Bargain Outlet store opened in Mechanicsburg, PA in 1982. Since then, we have grown to become one of the largest deep-discount retailers in America. We currently operate 500+ store locations in 31 states, along with a Store Support Center in Harrisburg, PA, and three distribution centers, one in York, PA, Commerce, GA and another in Lancaster, TX. Visit the Careers Section of our website to view job opportunities - ollies.us/careers.
About the Role

Join our team and live the Ollie-tude!: (Ollie’s Core Values)

  • BE A TEAM PLAYER- Associates are expected to be supportive and work together.
  • BE CARING- How do I treat others with courtesy, dignity, and respect?
  • BE VALUE OBSESSED- Live the “good stuff cheap” mindset.
  • BE COMMITTED- Operate with grit, passion, tenacity, and action.
  • BE GROWING- How do we get better every day?
  • BE REAL- Associates should be honest, transparent, genuine, trustworthy, and sincere.

Ollie’s Associate Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and RX coverage begins after 90 Days of employment.
  • 401K, generous company match with immediate vesting.
  • Strong field sales career growth & talent development culture for top performers
  • 20% associate discount on all Ollie’s purchases.
  • Vast array of voluntary benefits.

    The Freight Flow Supervisor will assist in the efficient operation and maintenance of the receiving area. Responsibilities include the accurate, efficient, and timely execution of freight flow to the sales floor in accordance with established processing and visual merchandising standards. Maintain back stock in the receiving area and manage the disposition of damaged goods to minimize profit loss. Come join our 40-year history of retail success, and earn a 20% discount on all your Ollie's purchases.

    Primary Responsibilities:

    • Plan, unload, check in, and support the merchandising of distribution shipments of merchandise.
    • Receive, verify, and merchandise all direct vendor shipments.
    • Manage effective freight flow in the receiving while keeping the area and dock orderly and safe.
    • Maintain the safety of the receiving area.
    • Adhere to company standards confirm the accuracy of all incoming merchandise and set up and design merchandise displays.
    • Direct the work of other Associates who are assisting with freight flow processes.
    • Act as Manager on Duty and complete any additional responsibilities and/or duties as assigned including opening and closing of the store.

        Qualifications:

        • Minimum of six months’ retail experience in a mid-size to large retail service-oriented business preferred.
        •  Ability to work evenings, 3rd shift, weekends, and holidays on a regular basis.
        •  Must have a positive attitude and the ability to interact well with customers and associates.

        Physical Requirements:

        • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
        • Ability to push and pull up to 35 pounds.
        • Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a safe manner.

        Ollie’s is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with Federal and State Equal Opportunity Laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran’s status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

        Key Skills
        Freight Flow ManagementReceivingMerchandisingStock MaintenanceDamage DispositionShipment VerificationSafety MaintenanceDisplay SetupTeam LeadershipManager on DutyStore OpeningStore ClosingCustomer InteractionLiftingPushingPulling
        Categories
        RetailLogisticsManagement & LeadershipAdministrative
        Benefits
        MedicalDentalVisionRX coverage401KCompany matchAssociate discount
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