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Lead Clerk jobs are open across retail, healthcare, logistics, and government agencies, covering specializations in inventory control, customer service, and administrative support, from entry-level to senior lead roles. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Under general supervision, the Lead Administrative Clerk(AC) uses independent judgment and initiative to perform administrative and advanced clerical duties in support of an organizational unit. Will be responsible to accurately input data into FHIQ handhelds (our proprietary system) for all carrier loads the delivered to the distribution center. AC represents FHI in a professional manner as communication is a primary function to providing excellent customer service to host supervision, FHI supervision, handlers, and our customers in the distribution Center specifically in the receiving department. The AC will be responsible for checking in all delivering drivers arriving at Distribution Center, collecting data from drivers and inputting data concentrated on each load. Communicating with FHI leads on the placement of trucks into dock doors, assignment of loads to associates, load charges and collecting payment.
Handling of cash, checks and com-checks will be a part of completing each transaction with our customers. Clerks must maintain a neat, clean, and organized work environment and must maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times.
As part of the FHI team, you will receive a generous compensation package, including health benefits, paid time off and the opportunity to participate in the company’s 401(k) plan.
Job Functions:
- Accurately input data gather from drivers and forms handed in by associates, into FHIQ *
- Communicate with host supervisors, FHI supervision, and handlers
- Communicate load arrivals and assign doors
- Price loads from provided description, communicate price to drivers and payroll to handlers
- Run a resign-in sheet which tracks our associate's door assignments
- Accurately code and sign receiving paperwork.
- Collect payments from carriers when necessary
- Sync all load data into main FHIQ system
- Download next day's pre population schedule into FHIQ (internal database)
- Collect all required documents throughout the day. BOL, Trip #, etc
Qualifications:
- Specialized course work in general office practices or two years of related experience.
- Working knowledge of computers, electronic data processing, and office tools and equipment
- Operation experience, and the ability to effectively meet and communicate with others
- Ability to make independent judgments which have minor impacts on the organization.
Experience:
Previous work-related skills, knowledge, or experience in a warehouse environment is preferred
Skills/Knowledge:
- Teamwork – Works well in a team environment
- Attention to Detail – Must be thorough and attentive to detail when performing work
- Knowledgeable in shipping management, transaction software, and Microsoft Office Suite
- Well-organized and able to multitask but also attentive to detail
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to speak, read, and write English for effective communication
Work Environment:
- Associates primarily work in the warehouse and are exposed to moderate loud noise, vibration, chemicals, dust, mechanical hazards, and moving objects or other vehicles. They may also be exposed to cold temperatures, inclement weather conditions, chemicals, mechanical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Associates may interact with staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
Physical Demands:
- Must possess the ability to sit for extended periods, be able to move and/or lift objects to 50 pounds often, and have specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception to read printed materials and a computer screen and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio in moderate to loud work environments. The job involves walking and working on slippery surfaces
- Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator. Positions in this classification bend, stooping, kneeling, reaching, and climbing to perform work. Associates must be able to lift, carry, and move materials weighing up to 80 pounds and heavier weights with the proper equipment
- The ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds (e.g., machinery alarms or alarms) in moderate to loud work environments
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the associate for the job. Duties, obligations, and/or activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
FHI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. It prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in lead clerk jobs.
- High school diploma or GED with one or more years of retail or clerical experience
- Proficiency with point-of-sale systems and basic inventory or warehouse management software
- Demonstrated ability to supervise, train, or coordinate a small team of clerks
- Strong customer service skills including conflict resolution and complaint handling
- Accuracy in cash handling, register balancing, and end-of-shift reporting
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds regularly
Tips for Your Lead Clerk Job Search
Tailor your resume to inventory systems
Lead clerk roles often require hands-on experience with specific point-of-sale or inventory management software. Name the exact systems you've used rather than listing generic terms like 'inventory tools,' so hiring managers can match your background to their setup immediately.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists lead clerk openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight supervisory experience clearly
Many lead clerk postings require proof you've directed or trained a small team. Quantify how many people you coordinated and name any workflow improvements you led, even informally, to show readiness for the step up from clerk to lead.
Filter by industry to sharpen your search
Lead clerk duties differ significantly between a pharmacy, a distribution center, and a government office. Narrow your search by industry so your cover letter and resume examples stay relevant to the actual day-to-day tasks the employer expects.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers for lead clerk positions commonly ask how you handled a discrepancy in a shipment, managed a difficult customer, or covered for an absent team member. Practice concise answers with a specific situation, the action you took, and the outcome.
Negotiate schedule flexibility, not just pay
Lead clerk roles frequently involve shift coverage and weekend rotations. Before accepting an offer, clarify scheduling expectations and ask whether lead clerks have input on shift assignments, since that detail affects long-term job satisfaction as much as wages do.
Lead Clerk Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most lead clerks?
The companies hiring the most lead clerks right now include DHL, Coborn's, and Boyd Gaming Corporation, with the largest share of openings in Pennsylvania, Nevada, and Minnesota, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Retail chains, grocery operators, and logistics providers consistently post the highest volume of lead clerk openings nationwide.
How many lead clerk jobs are remote?
About 25% of lead clerk openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most lead clerk duties involve in-person floor or counter supervision. Administrative lead clerk roles in government agencies or large corporate back offices are the sub-areas most likely to offer partial remote arrangements.
How do you become a lead clerk?
Start by building a solid foundation as a clerk in retail, healthcare, logistics, or a government office, focusing on accuracy, customer interaction, and team reliability. Once you understand daily workflows, volunteer to train new hires or cover supervisory tasks when a lead is absent. Document those contributions on your resume and apply to posted lead clerk openings directly, emphasizing any process improvements you initiated.
Can you get hired as a lead clerk with little experience?
Yes, employers in high-turnover sectors like grocery retail and general merchandise stores often promote from within or hire candidates with limited formal lead experience if they demonstrate strong reliability and customer service instincts. Focus your application on any time you coached a coworker, resolved a customer complaint independently, or caught an inventory error before it became a problem, since those examples signal lead-ready behavior even without a formal title.
What does the lead clerk interview process look like?
Most lead clerk interviews involve a phone or video screen with a recruiter followed by an in-person meeting with a store or department manager. Expect situational questions about handling a staffing gap, managing a register shortage, or responding to a difficult customer. Some employers add a brief walkthrough of the work area or a skills check on the point-of-sale system before making an offer.
Where can I find and apply to lead clerk jobs?
You can find and apply to lead clerk jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your industry background and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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