Our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you're ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!
Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).
Job Summary:
The Vail Resorts Procurement Team is focused on building strong leaders and driving value. We're developing a world-class procurement organization based near Boulder, Colorado, supporting 42 resorts across the U.S., Canada, Australia, and Switzerland. As we scale with over 55,000 employees and a market capitalization of over $10 billion, we're transforming how we manage sourcing, vendor partnerships, and data-driven decision-making.
As part of our transformation, we're expanding Supply Chain Sustainability (SCS) to reduce waste and emissions within the supply chain, embed sustainability into sourcing and supply chain management, and enhance risk mitigation. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of these programs and elevate procurement's impact across Vail Resorts. Our team is driven by top-tier talent, passion, and commitment to growth. It's an exciting time to help define the future of procurement. Learn more about our sustainability commitments and SCS program in our FY23 and FY24 Progress Reports: www.vailresorts.com/responsibility/sustainability/
The Supply Chain Sustainability Sr Analyst reports to the Senior Manager Supply Chain Sustainability and plays a critical role in driving both strategic and tactical procurement initiatives across multiple Vail Resorts business functions.
This individual will lead the development and execution of procurement processes and strategies, partnering closely with business stakeholders to enable supply chain operations for employee uniforms. Key responsibilities include demand planning, forecasting, inventory analytics, responsible product disposition, and supplier performance management. In addition, the role will oversee the energy category, collaborating with third-party partners on energy contracting, market insights, data and reporting, and identifying sustainability opportunities. This individual will also support supply chain risk management and lead programmatic initiatives related to the supply chain sustainability program.
This individual will manage strategic initiatives with high visibility, leveraging strong cross-functional collaboration and implementation of best-in-class supply chain activities. This position requires analytical proficiency, excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, and proven supplier performance management capabilities. Come create your experience of a lifetime!
Job Responsibilities:
Category Oversight
Manage and optimize relationships with vendors
Develop the category strategy across regions and business units with brand, cost, performance and sustainability goals
Support applicable RFPs, including requirements gathering, vendor evaluation, and implementation planning
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure business unit needs are met
Responsible for demand and inventory management, supplier fulfillment and product distribution performance for select categories in partnership with operational leads across the company
Develop and support key metrics (Savings, Order Fulfillment, Supplier KPIs, Demand Management, Program Compliance) to ensure the needs of the business are met.
Perform Supplier Relationship Management, ensuring we maintain a proper cadence for business activities including supplier business reviews, monthly/weekly operational syncs and internal supply chain reviews
Accountable for identifying category opportunities, development and execution of category strategies, and implementation of sourcing and supply chain activities
Supply Chain Sustainability Support
Support the supply chain sustainability program through data collection, reporting, and project tracking
Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting tools for sustainability KPIs
Assist in supplier sustainability management, assessments and evaluations
Support launch of new programs and coordinate cross-functionally between Procurement, Sustainability, and other stakeholders
Identify opportunities to align sourcing decisions with sustainability goals
Job Requirements:
Bachelor's in business, Finance, Supply Chain, Operations, Sustainability or related field
3+ years of progressive experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, Sustainability or related fields
Demonstrated experience managing up/down and across an organization to understand business needs, obtain information and drive initiatives forward
Demonstrated project management experience and excellent communication skills
Demonstrated vendor management skill
Demonstrated data analysis skills and attention to detail
The expected Total Compensation for this role is $80,000 - $90,000. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
Job Benefits
Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Excellent training and professional development
Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:
Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
Free ski passes for dependents
Critical Illness and Accident plans
Vail Resorts offers a 'Hybrid' work environment for Broomfield-based roles where employees must live within 50 miles of the Broomfield office and work on-site Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and have flexibility to work off-site on Mondays and Fridays.
Please note that the ability to work in person or off-site, 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 or off-site work at any time in its sole discretion.
In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.
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.
Requisition ID 512311
Reference Date: 10/28/2025
Job Code Function: Procurement
