Distribution Center Assistant Manager

About Christy Sports

At Christy Sports, we believe Outside is Better. Founded in Colorado in 1958, we’re one of the leading outdoor specialty retailers in the nation with more than 50 locations across Colorado, Utah, Washington, and Montana. We help people experience the mountain lifestyle through authentic relationships, expert knowledge, and genuine passion for what we do. From retail merchandise and rental services to year‑round outdoor businesses, we’re driven by innovation and an unmatched commitment to the outdoors.

We are welcoming – We meet people where they are without judgement. Whether they’re seasoned veterans, first‑timers, locals, or vacationers, they trust us to set them up for success with quality equipment and great service.

We are ambassadors of lifestyle – We love what makes the mountain lifestyle special: the people, the environment, and the communities. We want our guests to discover and love the mountain lifestyle as much as we do.

We are rooted in experience – By keeping the history of our roots alive, we maintain the quality service, authenticity, and expertise that our guests value and what made us special in the first place.

We are one team – We make our company a great place to work by collaborating, problem‑solving, being accountable, and recognizing our accomplishments. We are each unique contributors to a greater whole.

We are always evolving – Our customer
* expectations continue to evolve. To meet their needs, we must evolve to stay relevant. We embrace change and always look for the next evolution of what we can do.
* Internal & External

As the Assistant Manager of DC Operations, you will assist in the effective flow of merchandise to 60+ stores within an Omni‑Channel Distribution Center. Your position has the leadership of and accountability for assisting in the operational, people, quality, safety, and fiscal requirements of Order Fulfillment, Replenishment, Receiving, Shipping, Reverse Logistics, Inventory Control, Customer Returns, and support functions. You will work closely and collaboratively with the Supply Chain Leadership Team, Merchandise Planning, and Finance to improve speed, cost, and service.

In addition, you will assist in inspiring your team and leading efforts to deliver sound operational results; exceeding customer expectations, delivering innovation, and assisting in developing a talented team.

• Exhibiting leadership qualities to move the business forward through the collective talents and efforts of self and others
• Assist in communicating clear goals/expectations and standards on an ongoing basis including varying levels of communication for direct reports, support teams, associates, cross-functional teams, and executive level updates
• Empowering team members to deliver results against established goals and priorities while creating an environment where everyone can do their best work
• Ensuring that the DC is culturally representative of Christy Sports, participating in and supporting Christy Sports initiatives that enhance and maintain our Mission, Vision, and Values
• Assist in investing in training and development for teams and associates to grow internal talent pools and create healthy succession pipelines

• Assist in ensuring the DC operates with industry best practices in the areas of Innovation, Efficiency, Customer Service/Service Level, Quality, People, & Safety
• Collaborating with key partners to oversee the creation of annual plans; operational budget, capital budget, BC/DR plans, site goal plans, headcount, DC labor plan, etc.
• Assist to continuously improve the operation, driving innovation via industry benchmarking, including the utilization of new technology and automation with effective utilization of capital and return on investment
• Leveraging intelligent production performance standards and quality goals to foster the achievement of team/Company results
• Utilizing Data Management Framework and analysis to maintain or exceed Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Planning,…