Director, Procurement Strategic Sourcing - MRO at Aspen Skiing Company

Denver, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Apr, 26

Salary

170000.0

Posted On

30 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Category Strategies, MRO Sourcing, Capital Equipment Sourcing, Value Delivery, Supplier Risk Management, Stakeholder Alignment, Contract Lifecycle Management, S2P Enablement, Negotiations, Market Dynamics Analysis, Relationship Management, Team Leadership, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Cost Optimization, Supply Risk Mitigation

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Company DescriptionABOUT ASPEN ONE Aspen One renews the mind, body, and spirit with a portfolio that redefines luxury, adventure, and leisure. With world-class and innovative brands and businesses, including Aspen Skiing Company, Aspen Hospitality, and Aspen Ventures, Aspen One propels the expansion of the Aspen ethos globally. Whether it's Aspen Skiing Company providing unforgettable experiences at the confluence of nature, culture, and recreation across its four legendary mountains—Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk; or Aspen Hospitality elevating guest experiences in unforgettable ways by developing, owning, and operating a growing set of luxury and upper-scale hotels, private clubs, and branded residential properties in prime locations under The Nell and Limelight brands; Aspen One is deeply committed to providing unparalleled service, creative programming, community engagement, and unique opportunities for exploration. The company’s commitment to innovation is central to its evolution, including Aspen Ventures' amplification of the Aspen brand globally through new business lines that embody its values and heritage such as Aspen Collection. For more than 75 years, the Aspen brand and community has pointed its compass toward new paths, people, and possibilities—and today, as Aspen One, the future is limitless. The company is a leader in sustainability and advocacy, with a legacy of modeling leading-edge solutions and changing policy locally and globally. As a collection of brands driven by tightly held core values, Aspen One aims to inspire a better world. For more information, visit www.aspen.com. Please note that all official communications from the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources team are sent from email addresses within the [email protected], aspen.com, aspensnowmass.com, aspenhospitality.co, limelighthotels.com & thelittlenell.com domains. Job DescriptionThe Director, Strategic Sourcing (MRO / Capital Equipment) is responsible for end‑to‑end category leadership across Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO), capital equipment and projects, and other categories as assigned. This role owns multi‑year category strategies, value delivery, supplier risk management, and stakeholder alignment for these spend areas. The Director may lead a small focused team and serves as the primary point of accountability for sourcing outcomes in operationally and financially critical categories assigned to them.The salary range for this position is $134,500 to $170,000. Actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience; all our salaried roles are eligible for bonus. Applications for this position will be accepted until February 15, 2026Essential Job Functions/Key Job ResponsibilitiesDefine and execute multi‑year category strategies for MRO, capital equipment/projects, and other categories as assigned, balancing cost optimization, service levels, and supply‑risk mitigationProvide strategic oversight and hands‑on leadership for complex sourcing initiatives, including capital projects, long‑term service agreements, and enterprise‑wide supply contractsOwn supplier strategy and relationship management for critical OEMs, distributors, and service providers supporting operations and capital programsEnsure strong contract lifecycle management discipline, including standardized terms, renewal timing, commercial protections, and risk allocationPartner closely with Finance, Operations, Facilities, IT, and Capital Planning teams to align sourcing strategies with budget cycles and operational requirementsSupport source-to-pay (S2P) enablement for owned categories, including catalog strategy, contracted item setup, approval workflows, and guided buying designChampion standardized sourcing, purchasing, inventory, and supplier onboarding processes across assigned categoriesTrack, validate, and communicate value delivered, including hard savings, cost avoidance, lifecycle cost improvements, and risk mitigationOther duties as assignedQualificationsEducation & Experience RequirementsBachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; MBA or advanced degree preferred7 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing or procurement, with significant exposure to applicable spend categoriesKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesExperience operating within or alongside an S2P platform and structured category management frameworkProven experience leading complex negotiations, sourcing initiatives, and senior stakeholder engagementsProficient knowledge in developing and executing business strategies that align with the company’s long-term goalsProficient knowledge of market dynamics and competitor analysis to inform strategic decisionsSkilled in managing relationships with both internal and external stakeholdersAbility to work effectively with different departments to achieve business objectivesStrong ability to negotiate contracts, partnerships, and agreements that benefit the organizationProven ability to lead, develop, and mentor teams and individuals to drive performance, engagement, and professional growthAbility to think long-term and formulate strategies to drive the business forwardAbility to delegate tasks effectively, empowering teams while maintaining accountabilityAbility to earn trust and respect from project stakeholders and influence decisions that need to be made to make any project successfulStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesAdditional InformationWork Environment & Physical Demands • Ability to stand, walk or be on your feet for extended periods of time, kneeling and bending may be required • Regularly work indoors with no adverse conditions • Must be able to occasionally lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance (weight limits can vary according to position, but no more than 50)Job Benefits This position is classified as a regular full-time position eligible for the following benefits: Enrollment dates differ across the various programs. • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Programs • Flexible Spending Account Programs • Life Insurance Programs • Paid Time Off Programs • Paid Leave Programs • 401(k) Savings Plan • Employee Ski Pass and Dependent Ski Passes • Other company perksThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. By accepting a position with Aspen One, Aspen Snowmass, Aspen Ventures or Aspen Hospitality you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700. This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. Aspen One is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran). At Aspen One, inclusion, equity, and diversity are fundamental to fulfilling our vision of building a better workplace and better world. From our hiring practices through the entire employee experience, we embrace and celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives and cultural backgrounds that each employee brings to the workplace. We encourage diverse points of view which allows us to develop innovative solutions to the ever-evolving world of work. Aspen One strives to foster an environment where our employees feel respected, valued and empowered, and our team members are at the forefront of helping us promote and sustain an inclusive workplace that works for all. For an overview of Aspen One Company's benefits and other compensation visit www.aspensnowmass.com/employment/benefits-and-perks Aspen One participates in E-Verify.E-Verify & Right to Work Poster Job Location: Downtown Denver Job category: AO Corporate Services Season: Year Round Job Classification: Full-Time Regular Compensation: USD134500 - USD170000 - yearly

Responsibilities

This role is responsible for end-to-end category leadership across Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO), capital equipment, and projects, owning multi-year category strategies, value delivery, and supplier risk management for these critical spend areas. Key functions include defining and executing sourcing strategies, leading complex sourcing initiatives, owning supplier relationship management, and ensuring strong contract lifecycle management discipline.