Job Title: Distribution Center - International Shipping Specialist

Job Level: Entry-Level

Job Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Job Location: Cotopaxi Distribution Center - Salt Lake City, UT

Job Compensation: $19/hour

About Cotopaxi:

Cotopaxi is a carbon neutral certified B Corporation that creates sustainably made outdoor gear designed to fight extreme poverty, inspire adventure, and move people to Do Good. Our Gear for GoodⓇ promise is to make gear that lasts and to have a positive social, environmental, and economic impact. By 2025, we’re committed to using repurposed, recycled, or responsible materials in all of our gear. We also allocate at least 1% of our annual revenue to the Cotopaxi Foundation, which awards grants to nonprofit partners with proven track records of alleviating poverty. Through our Foundation to date, we have reached an estimated 3.5 million individuals living in extreme poverty.

Cotopaxi is a company that values people, innovation, and adventure and our work environment reflects just that. Whether you are working from one of our retail stores, our headquarters, your couch at home, or even your van in the woods, you’ll feel the camaraderie of our amazing team of visionaries, builders and go-getters. We are a team of adventurous, mission-driven people looking to prove that business CAN be a force for good.

Job Overview:

At Cotopaxi, people are always at the heart of what we do, and in our Distribution Center we not only support our customers' direct orders, but also our brick & mortar storefronts, wholesalers, and more! As the International Shipping Specialist you will oversee our outbound orders for all international vendors. Your focus will be ensuring timely shipments to these international destinations to help products get into the hands of our global customers. They/she/he has experience in international shipping, supporting large scale orders and are excited to leverage their experience to help innovate on our current processes. As a Specialist you will be a lifeline to many of the new llamas supporting them by sharing your knowledge and stoke for being a part of the international team!

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, supporting 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):

• Overseeing all outbound international shipments ensuring accurate picking, packing, and shipping.
• Create shipping documentation for all outbound international wholesale shipments and ensure shipments meet all requirements of the customer’s routing guide and international shipping regulations.
• Leverage multiple shipping platforms including freight forwarders to ensure timely deliveries.
• Communicate cross-functionally with other leads, departments, and external vendors to ensure orders get out the door accurately and efficiently.
• Provide accurate reporting in the Warehouse Management System.
• Share the load. Prioritize the department’s needs appropriately between yourself and your fellow llamas.
• Have a strong floor presence. Not only be a resource for your team, but across the warehouse as well! Assist other areas 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.
• Communication wizard – you can work cross-functionally with other teams, departments, and external vendors.
• Attention to detail is your jam, you have an eye for catching discrepancies!
• A love for spreadsheets and data. Making sure counts and reports are accurate.
• You understand how to prioritize and delegate tasks efficiently and fairly.
• Out of the box thinker – you not only can solve problems, but can bring creativity and innovation to your solutions.
• You thrive in a high-energy atmosphere and love a fast-paced work environment.
• Enjoy being a part of a team! Working towards a common goal while sharing wins, ideas, and laughter.
• A humanitarian at heart, and someone who believes in our Do Good mission.

Your Experiences:

• Previous experience working in a warehouse – you understand and enjoy the work!
• Knowledge of international shipping processes including customs documentation such as CIs, SLIs, BOLs, and packing lists. Familiarity with following routing guides for shipping.
• Proficient in the Google Ecosystem, Microsoft Suite, and Netsuite and previous experience using a Warehouse Management System is preferred.
• Managing a large bucket of inventory, often with a tight space capacity.
• 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 short term disability coverage.
• Company paid life assistance program, with the election of medical coverage.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Paid time off - 15 days per year (accrued).
• Paid lunch and meal breaks.
• 60% off Cotopaxi products.
• Additional outdoor/adventure/lifestyle brand discounts.
• $1,000 stipend after 18 months for bucket list adventure.
• $5,000 stipend after 5 years for bucket list adventure.
• Bi-annual company-wide outings and regular virtual/in-person celebrations.
• 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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