Distribution Retail Lead
Cotopaxi
Job location
Salt Lake City, UT, USA
Job details
Job Title: Retail Lead
Job Level: Entry-Level
Job Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Job Location: Cotopaxi Distribution Center - Salt Lake City, UT
Job Compensation:$19/hour
Start Date: July 20th - August, 1st, 2022
About Cotopaxi:
Cotopaxi is a carbon neutral outdoor gear brand founded to create sustainably designed products that fight extreme poverty, inspire adventure, and move people to do good. As a certified B Corporation, we believe in using the power of business as a force for social, environmental, and economic good. Our creed, Gear for Good, touches every aspect of our company. Cotopaxi is committed to making all of our gear using repurposed, recycled, or responsible materials by 2025. We allocate 1% of our annual revenue to the Cotopaxi Foundation which awards grants to outstanding nonprofit partners carefully selected for their track records at improving the human condition and alleviating poverty. In 2021, we aided over 1 million people in extreme poverty through targeted grants to outstanding organizations with proven methodologies.
We value people, impact, and adventure and our work environment reflects just that. Whether you are working from one of ourretail stores, our headquarters, your couch at home, or even your van in the middle of the woods, you’ll feel the camaraderie of our amazing team of visionaries, builders and go-getters. We work hard and we play hard. We are a team of outdoorsy, mission-driven people looking to prove that business CAN be a force for good. So, if you join our team, you’ll be a part of something bigger than the bottom line!
Job Overview:
At Cotopaxi, people are always at the heart of what we do, and in our Distribution Center you not only support our customers' direct orders, but also our brick & mortar storefronts, wholesalers, and more! As the Retail Lead you will oversee inbound and outbound orders for all retail stores as well as support any needs for our upcoming store locations. They/she/he is a motivated and driven leader who has experience in shipping and receiving while managing a small team to ensure retail stores replenishments are consistent and timely to best support our retail channel and its customers.
At our DC we thrive on teamwork and curiosity and we look to support your development and growth in the warehouse. We strive for a work-life-balance and to create a fun environment for everyone, in and out of the DC. If you are stoked on staying active, leading a close knit team, and sharing solutions and laughter - then the Cotopaxi warehouse is where to do it!
Our DC is located at 1737 S 5350 W in Salt Lake City. This is a Full-Time position, and shifts being: 8 am - 4 pm M-F.
What You’ll Do (Job Responsibilities):
Operations and Expectations:
• Pick, pack, and ship orders in our distribution center to send to Cotopaxi retail stores.
• Deliver local fulfillment orders to Utah store fronts as needed.
• Communicate cross-functionally with the Cotopaxi retail team to provide accurate timelines and shipping updates.
• Oversee a small team to meet shipping deadlines.
• Provide accurate reporting in the Warehouse Management System.
• Assist other areas of the warehouse depending on seasonal volumes (cycle counting, unloading shipments, etc).
• Help to keep the distribution center organized and clean.
• Operate equipment including reach trucks, order pickers, and double jacks (training available).
• You don’t mind being on your feet and can lift 50lbs.
Experiences to Highlight (What You Need to Succeed):
Who You Are:
• You're a self-starter! And can own the entire process and is eager to improve efficiency.
• You thrive in a high-energy atmosphere and love a fast-paced work environment.
• Communication is key – relay timelines and updates while working cross-functionally or with people outside the company.
• Enjoy being a part of a team! Working towards a common goal while sharing wins, ideas, and laughter.
• You’re a leader. Not only can you motivate others, you understand how to prioritize and delegate tasks efficiently and fairly.
• A humanitarian at heart, and someone who believes in our Do Good mission.
Your Experiences:
• 1 - 3 years of experience working in a warehouse - you understand and enjoy the work!
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and has previous experience with a Warehouse Management System to pack and ship orders.
• Experience in leadership and overseeing a team.
• Managing a large bucket of inventory, often with a tight space capacity.
• Receiving shipments with 100 SKUs.
• Valid driver's license.
• Prior forklift experience is preferred.
The Perks (Job Benefits):
We deeply care about our employees and are proud of our commitment and investment in our team. We prioritize wages and benefits and always keep the employee experience in mind as we work to create a quality work-life balance for everyone.
This position is $19/hour.
Here is a snapshot of the benefits we provide:
• Medical, dental and vision benefits.
• Company paid benefits too!
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Paid time off - 15 days per year (accrued).
• Paid lunch and meal breaks.
• 60% off Cotopaxi products.
• Discounts at a lot of other outdoor/adventure companies too!
• $1,000 stipend after 18 months for bucket list adventure.
• $5,000 stipend after 5 years for bucket list adventure.
• Company parties, outings, competitions and general good times.
• Community volunteer opportunities with the team.
• A fun, caring and empowering company culture!
As a mission-driven brand, Cotopaxi is not only hyper aware of but also deeply invested in putting people first and paving the way as a humanitarian brand. We welcome, embrace and celebrate all people regardless of gender, age, race, disability, nationality, ethnicity, faith, or sexual orientation. We believe in Doing Good, and how we’re involved with that has no limits.
No matter what experience you have within the outdoor industry we encourage you to apply. At Cotopaxi we believe that experience comes from a variety of places. We look for individuals who thrive on challenges, are passionate about doing good, and believe that collaboration and radical candor are necessary for success. Show us how your experiences have shaped you and how you can contribute to Cotopaxi in our mission to Do Good. We can’t wait for you to share with us your personal story
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