About Christy Sports:
At Christy Sports, we believe Outside is Better. It’s not just a motto, it’s a fact. It makes people happier, healthier, and more connected. That’s why we go out of our way to help people experience the mountain lifestyle by building authentic relationships, offering humble expertise, and sharing a genuine love for what we do. Driven by our unmatched passion for the outdoors, we are always advancing. In-store and online, within our industry, and with the communities we serve, we bring a spirit of innovation to every aspect of what we do. We were founded in Colorado in 1958, but we’ve been chasing adventure for much longer. Skiing and snowboarding aren’t just a job for us, it’s a lifestyle. No matter your level, we strive to give you the best experience possible and invite you to experience the joy of mountain life and sport 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 winter off-season, the Company operates highly professional outdoor businesses including Patio Furniture & Cycling to inspire further and enable Christy Sports guests’ healthy lifestyles, and to leverage its operational infrastructure and passionate employee base.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As the Director of Distribution & Logistics, you will serve as a key driver of Christy Sports’ Supply Chain strategy, overseeing the flow of merchandise across 7 distribution centers into more than 50 retail locations, and through e-commerce fulfillment in Colorado, Utah, Washington State & Montana. Reporting to the Chief Supply Chain Officer (CSCO), you will lead and evolve our Transportation, Omni-Channel Distribution Network, and end-to-end product lifecycle operations — from global inbound logistics through final delivery to the guest.
In this role, you will partner closely with Merchandise, Planning & Allocations, Stores, Finance, and Supply Chain Leadership to build a distribution and logistics operation that is as dynamic as the outdoor lifestyle we serve. You will bring deep expertise in Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) and Omni-Channel fulfillment, Global Inbound & Outbound Logistics, and Distribution Operations to a team to support our company mission and values.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership, Talent & Culture
Lead by example, moving the business forward through the collective talents and efforts of self and others.
Set and communicate clear goals, expectations, and standards at all levels — from direct reports and associates to cross-functional teams and executive stakeholders.
Empower leaders and managers to deliver results against established goals and priorities, fostering an environment of accountability, development, and operational excellence.
Ensure the Supply Chain reflects the culture of Christy Sports, actively participating in initiatives that uphold our Mission, Vision, and Values.
Grow internal talent pools and build healthy succession pipelines with consistent coaching, development and tapping into available training opportunities.??
Develop and strengthen leadership capability across the distribution and logistics organization through succession planning, manager coaching, and intentional talent development.
Innovation & Operational Excellence
Lead the development and execution of annual operational plans including budgets, capital investments, headcount, labor planning, and BC/DR strategies in collaboration with key cross-functional partners.
Drive continuous improvement across all distribution and logistics operations, leveraging industry benchmarking, emerging technology, and automation to maximize efficiency and return on investment.
Establish and maintain intelligent performance standards and KPIs; utilize data management and analytics frameworks to consistently meet or exceed Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
Develop and execute strategies to effectively manage seasonal and peak volume fluctuations, optimizing our people as well as identifying labor costs.
Leverage working knowledge of material handling equipment and DC software systems to ensure effective product flow through the facility.
Own third-party service provider performance, including regular review of critical metrics, external report cards, and continuous improvement planning; partner with providers on pricing, space allocation, systems integrations, and routing strategies.
Ensure operational alignment across all supporting functions — Merchandising, Planning, Stores, Finance, Marketing, IT, and HR — to deliver against shared business objectives.
Serve as a key operational partner to the Chief Supply Chain Officer (CSCO), providing tactical and strategic support across daily operations, ongoing processes, and short- and long-term projects.
Champion leadership accountability for safety, security, and operational standards across all distribution and logistics functions.
Foster strong, collaborative relationships with Merchandise, Planning, Stores, Finance, and third-party vendors — proactively identifying challenges and driving forward-looking solutions.
Partner with Digital and Merchandising teams to optimize e-commerce fulfillment operations, ensuring order accuracy, speed-to-ship, and seamless guest experience across all direct-to-consumer channels.
Build scalable and repeatable operational systems, processes, and reporting frameworks that support long-term business growth and evolving omni-channel capabilities.
Align distribution and logistics strategies with enterprise priorities, balancing operational efficiency, customer experience, financial performance, and long-term organizational growth.
Values in Action Expectations
Customer & Service Excellence - Creates systems and operational strategies that scale service across locations while protecting the Christy Sports brand experience and customer trust.
Operational Excellence - Builds scalable, repeatable systems and continuously improves distribution and logistics performance through data, process optimization, and operational discipline. Is able to balance long-term vision with day-to-day operational priorities.
Collaboration & Team Contribution - Breaks down silos and aligns cross-functional partners around shared business objectives and enterprise priorities.
Ownership & Accountability - Holds leaders accountable for operational, financial, and service outcomes through clear expectations, data-informed decision-making, and proactive problem solving.
Leadership & Talent Development - Develops strong managers, builds leadership bench strength, and creates an environment focused on coaching, succession planning, and long-term talent growth.
Strategic & Enterprise Thinking - Sets annual functional strategy, balances growth and cost, and aligns distribution and logistics priorities with broader company goals while supporting day-to-day operational success as needed. Exceptional communicator and influencer, and interpersonal skills to engage effectively across all levels of the organization — from frontline associates to senior leadership.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field — or equivalent professional experience
10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, distribution, or logistics
5+ years in a people leadership role, with demonstrated experience leading managers and building high-performing teams
Proven experience managing 3PL partnerships, vendor relationships, and third-party negotiations
US Customs and vendor compliance experience preferred, understanding of international customs laws a plus
Supply chain or operations certification preferred (e.g., APICS CSCP, CSCMP, CSCM, Lean/Six Sigma)
Proven ability leading cost performance, supply/demand forecasting, and budget management
Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) preferred
Strong analytical and data skills; proficiency with data visualization tools (Tableau, SQL, or similar) preferred
Domestic travel required (~10%) to distribution locations
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!!)
Budgeted range starts at: $100,000 – $125,000.00 annually. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.
**Bonus eligible based upon company performance indicators
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.