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:

Reporting to the Sr. Manager of Merchandise Planning, the Assistant Merchandise Planner is responsible for developing and communicating plans that drive sales, maximize profitability and ensure inventory productivity. This position will collaborate with the Sr. Manager of Merchandise Planning and team to define and evolve key Merchandise Planning processes, including open-to-buy forecasting, annual budgeting, seasonal buy planning, and business reporting. The ideal candidate will be a student of the business with a desire to drive change and re-imagine ways of working in a growth environment.

Job Specifications:

• Expected Pay Range $20.80 - $28.48
• Shift & Schedule Availability: Full Time / Year Round
• Outlet: Corporate
• Other Specifics: Remote

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Merchant team in forecasting sales, margin, receipts, and inventory to reflect trends and shifts in the business
• Develop seasonal buy plans and assortment strategies, ensuring alignment between unit and financial strategies and ensuring execution through on order tracking
• Partner with Merchant team to develop and execute key business decisions, including markdowns, flow strategies, promo buys for key events and ad hoc analysis
• Manage company open-to-buy reports, ensuring accuracy of data and transparency of strategies
• Provide analysis and compelling recaps on business performance, key events and seasons
• Drive change and re-imagine ways of working in a growth environment
• Anticipate business needs and be proactive in developing processes and calendars to keep teams on track
• Train teams on the strategic use of reporting and tools to influence the business
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with Merchant Team, Inventory Management, Finance and Operations Teams.
• Align and support Vail Resorts Core Values: Do Right, Be Inclusive, Drive Value, Serve Others, Have Fun and Be Safe.
• Embrace and model Vail Resorts Leadership Competencies: Re-imagine, Elevate, Connect, Passion, Out Front, Develop, & Drive
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelors’ degree in related field or prior work experience
• 1-2 years of multi-store planning/allocation experience
• Advanced MS Excel Required; MS Office Products
• English fluency both written and verbal
• Attention to detail with strong analytical and problem solving skills

Preferred:

• In depth experience with Microsoft Excel functions (V-lookup, Pivot Tables, Macros)
• Strong presentation skills
• Experience in inventory management, allocation, replenishment, and/or planning
• Familiarity with planning/inventory management programs

The expected pay range is $20.80 - $28.48. 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...

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan
• 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

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.

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  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 491707