Procurement Operations Manager at Aspen Skiing Company

Denver, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Apr, 26

Salary

130000.0

Posted On

17 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Procurement Operations, Project Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Data Analysis, Continuous Improvement, Technology Transformation, Compliance, Financial Controls, Operational Standards, Performance Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Process Standardization, Risk Management, System Administration, Coaching, Problem Solving

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Company Description 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 Description Position Summary The Procurement Operations Manager is responsible for owning and leading Aspen One’s Procurement Operations function, ensuring operational stability while advancing the organization toward a disciplined, scalable, and technology-enabled Procure-to-Pay operating model. This role serves as the day-to-day business owner of procurement operations and the Source- to-Pay (S2P) platform, translating policy and strategy into executable processes, controls, and performance standards. The Manager partners closely with Strategic Sourcing, Accounting, IT, and business stakeholders to drive adoption, compliance, and measurable value from Aspen One’s procurement investment. This role reports to the Sr Director Shared Services. The budgeted salary range for this position is $100,000 to $130,000. Actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience; all our salaried roles are eligible for bonus. Job Posting Deadline Applications for this position will be accepted until February 15, 2026. Essential Job Functions Lead end-to-end procurement operations including requisitions, purchase orders, receiving, and operational controls Establish and enforce procurement operating standards, workflows, and approval governance Serve as the primary business owner for procurement operations within the S2P platform Ensure business continuity during system implementation, rollout, and stabilization Lead, coach, and prioritize work across the Procurement Operations team Set performance expectations and oversee delivery against defined Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Build operational capability and readiness for steady-state operations Oversee procurement system administration, ensuring system design supports policy, usability, scalability, and control Partner with IT on integrations, enhancements, and release readiness Drive process standardization and continuous improvement across Procure-to-Pay (P2P) workflows Resolve system and process issues through data-driven root-cause analysis Partner with Strategic Sourcing to operationalize contracts, catalogs, and category strategies Collaborate with Accounting and Accounts Payable to ensure strong purchase order–invoice alignment and financial controls Support stakeholder enablement, adoption, and communications during change Own procurement operations KPIs including compliance, cycle time, adoption, spend visibility, catalog usage, supplier Service Level Agreements and throughput Identify operational risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies Provide leadership with insights on performance, capacity, and improvement opportunities Other duties as assigned Qualifications Education & Experience Requirements Degree in Business Administration, Management, Information Technology or associated field required; or degree in other fields with appropriate experience 5–8 years of experience in procurement operations, shared services, or P2P leadership roles Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Proven experience leading teams through technology-enabled transformation Strong understanding of procurement controls, compliance, and enterprise operations Demonstrated ability to operate cross-functionally with Finance, IT, and business leaders Adaptability and a continuous-improvement mindset; willingness to support system upgrades, process re-engineering, training, and change management Proficient knowledge of industry trends and best practices Proficiency in planning, managing, and executing projects within scope and deadlines Ability to solve complex issues and find solutions in challenging situations Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously without sacrificing quality Ability to analyze situations, identify core issues, and make decisions that are both effective and efficient Additional Information Work Environment and Physical Demands Ability to stand, type and sit at desk/computer for most of the work shift executing repetitive movements No adverse or hazardous conditions Not required, but preferred to be able to occasionally lift, push or pull 50 lbs. individually or with assistance The 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: USD100000 - USD130000 - yearly

Responsibilities

The Procurement Operations Manager leads the procurement operations function, ensuring operational stability and advancing towards a technology-enabled Procure-to-Pay model. This role involves managing the S2P platform and collaborating with various stakeholders to drive compliance and value from procurement investments.