Senior Manager, Strategic Planning & Special Projects

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 :

As Vail Resorts Retail’s Senior Manager for Strategic Planning & Special Projects, you are responsible for supporting the Chief Public Affairs officer in the planning of the team’s goals and initiatives, and for creating and managing the tools and strategies that will deliver team effectiveness.

You will be accountable for developing, driving and communicating a portfolio of strategic initiatives, in collaboration with the Public Affairs Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and key stakeholders.

You will maintain direct communication and collaboration with the CPAO, SLT, and HR to ensure enterprise alignment, execution and adoption of strategic initiatives.

The role requires a highly resourceful individual with strong learning agility, emotional intelligence, self motivation, organization, and curiosity.

The ideal candidate will be a high-potential leader with a passion to learn and develop with a proven track record of demonstrating drive, ambition, learning agility, business acumen and emotional intelligence

Job Specifications :

• Outlet : Corporate
• The budgeted range starts at $89,100 - $105,000 + annual bonus. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience
• Shift & Schedule Availability : Full Time, Year Round
• Other Specifics : Hybrid, Broomfield

Job Responsibilities :

• Lead and organize CPAO’s major cross-functional meetings and communications, and determine correct cadence, groups, and communication strategies.
• Plan and develop key Division leader-led events to achieve desired outcomes (e.g., management and leadership meetings, Division off sites, Town Halls etc.

Facilitate and manage agendas, materials, review cycles, timelines, etc.

• Develop and implement Executive-level planning and communication tools that deliver high SLT functionality and strategic alignment with the EC, including portfolio structure for strategic initiatives, annual cycle calendar, planning and presentation templates, and reporting dashboards
• Create and manage the agenda of SLT meetings to ensure the highest priority items are addressed. Work with senior leaders to ensure all meeting goals and agendas are clear and identified in advance, and that decisions and critical follow-ups are circulated shortly afterward.

Ensure that the CPAO’s calendar and time allocation reflect the appropriate prioritization.

• Partner closely with the CPAO to support key areas of work to allow them to focus on highest priorities, including suggesting and managing the best time allocation and use of 1 : 1 and group meetings.
• Drive timely and consistent communication to facilitate a clear understanding of ongoing projects and their prioritization within the organization;

engage as needed with appropriate stakeholders to ensure alignment and progress towards meeting objectives

• Define and develop innovative ideas and business priorities through engagement, collaboration and motivation with the SLT and key stakeholders across the organization
• Deliver high-impact solutions to the SLT by identifying key issues, defining appropriate work structure, and driving workable recommendations that create value
• Challenge the status quo and drive decisions and actions necessary to improve our business processes or deliver on strategic initiatives;

as a sounding board to the CPAO and SLT, ask strategic and challenging questions and provide your independent perspective on Public Affairs efforts and priorities

Job Skills :

• Ability to influence and lead by example, in order to inspire others to follow
• Strong organizational and creative thinking skills, and the ability to manage through stressful situations effectively with calm, professionalism & diplomacy
• Skill translating complex analysis and inputs into simple but powerful stories using Word, Powerpoint and other tools, for the purpose of gaining alignment and adoption from leadership
• Ability to build and inspire trust and create strong, positive and productive relationships with key stakeholders at the mid-senior to executive levels
• Balance of focus and flexibility, with ability to lead from behind the scenes through influence
• Mindset toward growth, aspiration and innovation, while maintaining critical thinking
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple or competing priorities and ensure follow-through
• Strong business acumen, including sound judgment regarding the handling of confidential information
• Ability to analyze and understand the Company’s business strategy and align resources to support
• Demonstrated self-starter, displays self-motivated efforts without the need for daily direction

Job Qualifications :

• High potential leader with passion to learn and develop, and a proven track record of demonstrating drive, ambition, learning agility, and business acumen
• Bachelor’s Degree Required
• Minimum of 5-7+ years leading cross-functional teams and developing strategy within the Retail or Tourism sectors
• Experience reporting to and supporting a C-level executive, providing leadership / support on Strategy development and execution
• High levels of resourcefulness, emotional intelligence, self-motivation, organization and curiosity
• Technology advocate and advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite applications
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills are required

The expected Total Compensation for this role is $89,100 - $105,000 + annual bonus. 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.

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 504507

Reference Date : 08 / 05 / 2024

Job Code Function : Public Affairs

Job Type : JobType