Inventory Lead

Inventory Lead

At Christy Sports, we live by a simple truth: Outside is Better. The outdoors makes us happier, healthier, and more connected—and we're here to help everyone experience that joy. From building authentic relationships to sharing our humble expertise, we bring genuine passion for the mountain lifestyle to everything we do. Born in Colorado in 1958, adventure has always been in our DNA. Skiing and snowboarding aren't just what we do—it's who we are. Whether in-store, online, or out in the community, we're constantly pushing forward with innovation and heart. No matter your level, we're here to deliver the best experience and invite you to share in the magic of mountain life with us.

Headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado, Christy Sports is one of the leading outdoor specialty retailers in the nation with more than 50 locations in Colorado, Utah, Washington, and Montana. In addition to offering a broad selection of retail merchandise in its stores and through multiple e-commerce sites, Christy Sports is a leading provider of Rental and Equipment Services. During the summer months, Christy Sports operates professional outdoor businesses including patio furniture, cycling, lifestyle clothing to inspire and outfit our guests' healthy lifestyle needs, to leverage its operational structure and passionate employee base.

Inventory accuracy matters at every step of our business. As the Inventory Lead, you'll help protect inventory integrity across the Distribution Center by keeping counts accurate, investigating discrepancies, and making sure inventory processes are followed consistently.

This is a hands-on Lead role. You'll work alongside the team while serving as the go-to resource for inventory questions, helping prioritize daily inventory work, training and guiding Warehouse Tech/Drivers, and stepping in to solve issues before they impact the operation. You'll partner closely with DC Management to identify recurring problems, improve processes, and keep inventory moving accurately and efficiently.

While this role does not have direct supervisory responsibility, the Inventory Lead is expected to lead through experience, initiative, and influence by setting a strong example, supporting the team, and helping drive consistent execution.

Essential Functions

Inventory Integrity & Leadership

• Lead daily, weekly, and cyclical inventory counts across DC storage locations, helping prioritize work and ensuring counts are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Research and resolve inventory discrepancies related to cycle counts, receiving, transfers, picking, and order fulfillment.
• Dig into recurring inventory issues to identify root causes, document findings, and recommend practical solutions.
• Serve as the first point of contact for inventory-related questions and issues on the warehouse floor, resolving issues when possible and escalating when needed.
• Maintain accurate inventory records within the Warehouse Management System (WMS), including location, bin, and quantity accuracy.
• Partner with DC Management to plan and execute physical inventories and other inventory control initiatives.
• Provide day-to-day guidance, training, and support to Warehouse Tech/Drivers on put away, picking, cycle counting, and inventory handling procedures.
• Help coordinate inventory-related workflow and priorities based on daily business needs.
• Monitor bin and location accuracy and identify opportunities to improve inventory processes, controls, and consistency.
• Support the development and documentation of inventory procedures and best practices.
• Lead by example by demonstrating accountability, attention to detail, teamwork, and a commitment to doing the job right.
• Share knowledge and help build capability across the team through hands-on coaching and cross-training.

Warehouse and Distribution

• Work alongside the team to support daily warehouse and distribution needs, including loading and unloading delivery vehicles.
• Move merchandise safely and efficiently to and from assigned warehouse locations.
• Use handheld inventory scanners and warehouse systems to pick and pack orders and process inbound and outbound inventory transactions.
• Operate a company vehicle for the safe and timely delivery of merchandise to stores and customers, as needed and when authorized.
• Follow all company safety standards and help reinforce safe work practices across the team.
• Maintain a professional, respectful, and service-oriented approach when working with teammates, DC Management, stores, and customers.
• Support changing business needs and special projects as assigned.

Required Skills/Qualifications

Inventory & Operational Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Associate degree, supply chain certification, or equivalent relevant experience is a plus. Must demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to understand instructions, communicate information clearly, and complete required documentation accurately.
• 1+ years of experience in a distribution center, warehouse, or inventory control environment required.
• Experience with cycle counting, inventory research, or inventory control processes strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of inventory control practices and cycle count processes.
• Experience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and handheld inventory scanners.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to independently research and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Comfortable digging into problems, asking questions, and identifying practical ways to improve how work gets done.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Lead & Collaboration Skills

• Comfortable providing day-to-day direction, training, and guidance to peers without direct supervisory authority.
• Takes ownership of assigned work and follows issues through to resolution.
• Demonstrates sound judgment and knows when to resolve an issue independently and when to escalate.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly explain processes, share findings, and work effectively with teammates and leadership.
• Builds positive working relationships and contributes to a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Willing to share knowledge, support others, and help the team adapt to changing priorities and processes.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and able to work effectively with limited day-to-day direction.

The Perks and Benefits

• Free Employee Ski Pass
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance and AD&D
• Voluntary Life Insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Discounts (ski, retail, outdoor industry and much more!!)

The budgeted range is: $20 - $23/hour.

Working Conditions

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. (Request help with heavy or awkward boxes/products). Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception, and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs and ladders, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.