Warehouse Lead at evo – Sumner, Washington

evo Purpose: To make life better by building community and igniting the adventurous spirit that lives within us all. evo is leading multi-channel retail brand that stands at the intersection of community, commerce, action sports and the outdoor lifestyle. This is personified by a distinctly curated product assortment and a creative approach to crafting highly differentiated customer experiences. We define success differently than most. Balancing our goals of (1) building an iconic brand and business (2) creating an extraordinary place and path for our employees and (3) leveraging our success to give back, helping to empower underprivileged children is paramount to evos success. We have a passion for community, sports and lifestyle, and a collective hunger when it comes to building a great company together.

The Job

The Warehouse Lead oversees and coordinates the daily operations within the distribution center. This role works closely with the Warehouse Supervisor and leads a team of Warehouse Associates, ensuring all tasks are performed efficiently and accurately.

The Perks

• 100% paid health dental and vision*
• Paid vacation time*, sick leave, 40 hours volunteer paid time off
• Paid parental leave for birthing & non birthing parents
• Retail quarterly bonus program, profit share program* and long-term compensation program
• 401k matching
• Employee discount and access to pro deals on most the products we sell
• NGEY (New Gear Every Year): a new ski or snowboard setup to use for the season*
• Bike finance program and bike stipend
• Time together outside, volunteer activities, community events, ride days and annual retreat
• Flexible work schedules, remote work for eligible roles, and dog friendly offices
• Career pathing, leadership development, network development, training and performance feedback

Note: Availability of the benefits and perks may be subject to your location, tenure and employment type. The Company reserves the right to alter these benefits and perks in whole or in part at any time.

*Benefit not eligible for seasonal employees

• Supervision:
  Provide daily direction to Warehouse Associates within inbound operations, including receiving, putaway, slotting, and cubiscan. Assign tasks, monitor productivity, and ensure adherence to standard work.
• Receiving & Inbound Flow:
  Oversee the receiving process from dock to system, ensuring product is received accurately, timely, and in alignment with vendor and internal requirements. Monitor workload and adjust labor to maintain flow.
• Inventory Accuracy:
  Ensure inventory accuracy through proper receiving, putaway, and system transactions. Support cycle counts, research discrepancies, and drive root cause resolution.
• Slotting & Optimization:
  Lead slotting activities by ensuring products are placed in optimal locations based on velocity, size, and operational efficiency. Partner with leadership to improve layout and space utilization.
• Cubiscan & Item Setup:
  Oversee cubiscan processes to ensure accurate product dimensions and weights are captured. Validate data integrity and troubleshoot issues impacting downstream operations.
• Quality Assurance:
  Verify inbound product meets quality and compliance standards. Identify vendor issues, damages, or discrepancies and ensure proper documentation and escalation.
• Training:
  Train and onboard Warehouse Associates on inbound processes, equipment, and safety protocols. Reinforce standard work and support ongoing development.
• Problem-Solving:
  Act as the first point of contact for inbound issues, identifying root causes and driving timely resolution to minimize disruption to operations.
• Safety:
  Promote and enforce a safe working environment by ensuring compliance with safety standards, conducting audits, and addressing hazards immediately.
• Reporting & Communication:
  Track and communicate inbound performance metrics (receiving volume, productivity, errors, etc.). Provide updates to leadership and escalate risks as needed.
• Equipment Maintenance:
  Ensure safe and proper use of equipment; report and follow up on maintenance needs.
• Collaboration:
  Partner with Warehouse Supervisor and cross-functional teams to support operational goals and continuous improvement.
• Other duties as assigned

The Must Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; additional education is a plus.
• Previous experience in a warehouse or distribution center.
• Proficiency in using warehouse management software and inventory tracking systems.
• Adaptability, attention to detail, communication, conflict resolution, critical thinking, data analysis, inventory management, multitasking, order processing, problem-solving, product knowledge, research, teamwork, technology use, time management
• Embodies, honors, and lives our core values:The Great 8

At evo, we are working to build and nurture a culture where equity, inclusivity, and compassion are inherent to how we operate and evolve. We recognize and value the uniqueness of each individual's experiences and understand the power in the diversity of ideas and opinions. Guided by our values and mission to promote more inclusive outdoor spaces, we are working to develop a team that is equally representative of the community we hope to build.

While there is more work to be done, we are in the process of evolving our toolset. We are committed to providing the space, support, and resources necessary for each individual to feel heard and valued. If you are interested in contributing your unique voice to our journey, we welcome you to apply!

evo is an equal opportunity employer. We believe the participation of individuals of diverse ages, races, religions, cultures, abilities and personalities will add to personal development and organizational success. All employees and potential employees will be recruited, selected, trained, and promoted without regard to sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, marital or military status, age, national origin, color, the presence of any mental, physical, or sensory disability, genetic information, gender identity, political ideology, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The base wage for this role ranges from $20.00 hr to $23.49/hr. Where you land in that range depends on your skills and experience, and we also factor in internal pay equity. While the full range is listed for this role, we rarely hire at the top of the range, leaving room for professional and financial growth in role.

At evo, we continually evolve our pay process and total rewards offerings to ensure pay is fair and easy to understand. While every individual's needs are unique, we are proud to offer a benefits package that has been carefully curated to support both your personal life and professional aspirations.