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INTRODUCTION

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 Assistant Buyer – Rental is a role designed to support and develop future retail buying talent within the Vail Resorts Retail Rental (VRR) team. This position partners closely with Rental Buyers, vendors, distribution centers, and resort operations teams to execute rental merchandising strategies across multiple business lines. The role provides hands-on experience in assortment planning, inventory lifecycle management, purchasing, vendor relations, and data-driven decision making while offering opportunities for professional growth and career development within Merchandising and Inventory Management.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $23.59 - $31.45 /hr
• Employment Type: Year Round
• Shift Type: Full Time
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development and execution of product strategies across all rental business lines, including Traditional Rental, My Epic Gear, Summer Bike Rental, and Adult and Junior Seasonal Lease programs.
• Partner with Buyers to develop assortment plans, execute purchase orders, and maintain ongoing vendor relationships.
• Manage purchase orders via Coupa procurement platform including order imports, revisions, receiving, & invoice resolution.
• Collaborate with distribution centers and regional operations teams to ensure timely receipt, allocation, and deployment of rental fleet inventory.
• Analyze rental inventory performance, vendor metrics, utilization trends, and seasonal business results to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and support merchandising decisions.
• Assist in demand forecasting and inventory planning to support fleet investment decisions.
• Participate in Vail Resorts leadership and professional development programs designed to support long-term career growth.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree OR equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years of experience in retail merchandising, inventory planning, rental operations, buying support, or a related field.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook).
• Demonstrated success working with large data sets.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and effectively organize workload.
• Must speak, read and communicate fluently in English.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, data analysis, and report creation.
• Experience working with inventory management, planning, or procurement systems.
• Ability to interpret large data sets and translate findings into actionable business recommendations.
• Familiarity with retail merchandising, allocation, forecasting, or buying processes.
• SQL experience.
• Coupa experience.

The expected Total Compensation for this role is $23.59 - $31.45 /hr. 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 where employees living within 50 miles of the Broomfield office work on-site Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and have flexibility to work off-site on Mondays and Fridays. Employees living outside of a commutable distance can work remotely from British Columbia, Washington D.C., 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 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 517459

Reference Date: 09/11/2026

Job Code Function: Merchandising - Corp