Softgood Accessories & Footwear Buyer

As a leading mountain resort operator with over 40 resorts in sixteen states and four countries. We exist to create an Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, provide and Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We are looking for leaders, innovators, creators, and ambitious professionals to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!

Many of our Corporate function teams can now live and work in any of the states in which Vail Resorts currently operates* – enabling flexible remote work alongside a commitment to building and maintaining strong culture both in person and virtually. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you. Find your purpose with us at www.vailresortscareers.com.

Job Summary:

Vail Resorts Retail (VRR) is looking for an exceptional leader who is ready to create their own Experience of a Lifetime with us!

Reporting to the Senior Manager of Softgood Accessories & Footwear, this opportunity is an elevated position that will contribute to the success of VRR by developing enterprise wide strategic business plans, driving sales, sell through and overall profitability. Responsible for end-to-end product lifecycle management including assortment plans, promotional product selection and contribution to Retail and Marketing storytelling. Successfully manages work flow through partnering with vendors, planning, replenishment and collaborating with cross-functional partners.

Apply today to hear about all of the great things we have to offer at Vail Resorts

Job Specifications:

• Other Specifics: Remote
• Outlet: Corporate
• Expected Pay Range: $59,100 - $79,530 + annual bonus
• Shift & Schedule Availability: Full Time / Year Round

Job Responsibilities:

• Inspire trust and build strong, positive, productive relationships with key business stakeholders internally and with vendors
• Develop individual Leadership through Vail Resorts sponsored internal training programs
• Travel to trade shows as necessary.
• Be an authority in change for cross functional departmental improvements
• Aligns and supports Vail Resorts Core Values: Do Right, Be Inclusive, Drive Value, Serve Others, Have Fun and Be Safe.
• Remain current on industry trends/products as well as competitive pressures.
• Maintains and manages Vendor relationships through effective collaboration, communication and mutual respect.
• Compliance and participation with Category budgets and overall Open to Buy process.
• ONE TEAM - develop and maintain strong relationships with the Operational, Marketing and Logistics teams.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Lead the item level retail pricing through our Price Management Process
• Effectively own and manage the sales, margin, and turns for assigned categories and locations.
• Determine category assortments by location and identifies support opportunities through Replenishment process.
• Evaluate sales trends and create methods for sales growth and inventory effectiveness.
• Responsible for effectively embracing the companies Leadership Competencies (Re-imagine, Connect, Passion, Out Front, Develop, & Drive)
• Lead an enterprise mindset while creating inspiring head to toe category on an assortment planner and supporting in-stock opportunities through the Replenishment process
• Demonstrates solid analytical & financial skills.

Job Qualifications:

• MS Office Products; Advanced MS Excel Required
• Familiarity with merchandising/buying programs
• Bachelors’ degree in related field or prior work experience
• English fluency both written and verbal
• 2+ years of buying/merchandising experience, for multiple locations and/or ecommerce in the sporting goods industry.

Preferred:

• Strong negotiation skills
• In-depth experience with Microsoft Excel functions (V look up, Pivot Tables, Macros)
• Leadership development training/experience.
• Familiar with AS400/ SILVON reporting system

The expected pay range is $59,100 - $79,530 + annual bonus. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

The perks include a free ski pass, and a set of benefits including...

• Hourly employees are generally eligible for accrued Paid Time Off (PTO), Extra Time Off (ETO) and Sick Time. Salaried employees are generally eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Paid Parental Leave for eligible mothers and fathers
• Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime! At Vail Resorts, our team is made whole by the brave, passionate individuals who ambitiously push boundaries and challenge the status quo. Whether you’re looking for seasonal work or the career of a lifetime, join us today.

• Remote work is currently permitted from British Columbia and the 16 U.S. states in which we currently operate. This includes: California, Colorado, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New York, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Utah, Vermont, Washington State, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. Please note that the ability to work remotely, and the particulars related to such work, are subject to change at any time; and, accordingly, the Company reserves the right to change its policies and/or require in-person/in-office work at any time in its sole discretion.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

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Requisition ID 494388