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Director Apparel Ops & Planning at Aspen skiing company in Aspen, CO
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Job Description
Company Description
Aspen Ventures is the innovation engine of Aspen One, focused on amplifying the company’s vision through new business lines that embody its values and heritage. Inspired by place, united by purpose, defined by you, Aspen Ventures brings the authentic spirit of Aspen to the world while keeping the local community at its core, with a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and community-driven experiences.
Aspen Ventures currently has two flagship offerings: Aspen Collection, a premium performance and lifestyle apparel brand and mountain rental experience and Eleven212, an elevated après-ski experience atop Aspen Mountain. Aspen Collection operates retail and rental stores in Aspen and Snowmass, Colorado.
For more information, visit www.aspencollection.com and follow the brand on Instagram @aspen_collection. Please note that all official communications from the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources team are sent from email addresses within the notifications@smartrecruiters.com, aspen.com, aspensnowmass.com, aspenhospitality.co, limelighthotels.com & thelittlenell.com domains.
Job Description
Position Summary
The Director of Global Apparel Sourcing & Operations is a strategic, analytical leader responsible for the end-to-end supply chain, from factory sourcing and manufacturing partnerships through inventory strategy and seasonal demand forecasting. This role owns upstream vendor relationships and negotiations, driving cost, quality, and capacity outcomes, while ensuring product availability, margin health, and operational excellence across all channels: DTC storefronts, Ecommerce, Wholesale partners, and International Distribution. This role reports to the Chief Operating Officer.
The salary range for this position is $115,500 - $149,500. 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 July 27, 2026.
Essential Job Functions
- Factory & Vendor Sourcing: Identify, vet, and onboard manufacturing partners and factories globally; lead sourcing strategy to optimize cost, quality, capacity, and lead time
- Factory Negotiations: Lead pricing, terms, and capacity negotiations with domestic and international factories and manufacturing partners; drive cost-savings initiatives without compromising quality or delivery
- Manufacturing Partner Management: Own the day-to-day and strategic relationship with manufacturing partners, holding factories accountable to quality, compliance, capacity, and delivery commitments
- Brand Operations: Lead cross-functional operations with Aspen Collection's external Design & Development and Manufacturing partners from product development handoff through delivery
- Demand Planning: Own the seasonal and in-season demand planning process, translating financial plans into unit-level forecasts by style, color, and channel
- Forecasting Analytics: Analyze historical data, market trends, and partner input to generate accurate forecasts aligned with product lifecycle goals
- Product Development Roadmap: Develop and maintain seasonal critical path timelines in coordination with factories, vendors, and manufacturing partners
- Cross-Functional Alignment: Collaborate with merchandising, retail, finance, and sales reps to align forecast and buy strategies across DTC and wholesale channels
- Purchase Order Management: Write, issue, and manage Purchase Orders (POs) to domestic and international vendors, ensuring alignment with forecasted demand, negotiated pricing, and delivery windows
- Logistics Oversight: Oversee logistics workflows including warehousing, inventory transfers, and outbound fulfillment
- Inventory Management: Monitor and manage inventory health across the portfolio, identifying risk and opportunities to rebalance, liquidate, or reinvest
- Performance Monitoring: Analyze dashboards and performance reports on factory performance, inventory, delivery timelines, OTB, and sales-to-stock metrics
- Financial Partnership: Partner with Finance to align sourcing costs and demand planning with revenue targets, margin expectations, and cash flow planning
- Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements across factories, partners, and supply chain to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels
- Liability Tracking: Ensure real-time alignment between POs and invoices to accurately track material liabilities, prevent overpayments, and manage vendor accountability
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education and Experience Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Operations, Business, or related field or equivalent professional experience in lieu of degree is required
- 7+ years of experience in operations, demand planning, merchandising, and supply chain within apparel, consumer goods, or retail
- 3+ years of people leadership experience
Additional Information
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong data fluency; expertise in Excel and familiarity with ERP and planning systems (e.g., NetSuite)
- Deep understanding of lead times, production calendars, and the dynamics of seasonal and lifestyle apparel
- Experience working with domestic and international supply partners
- A strategic thinker who thrives in both high-level planning and hands-on execution
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail in a dynamic, high-growth environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative spirit to work across departments and leadership levels
- Ability to manage and lead diverse teams, fostering a positive and productive work environment
- Passion for the outdoor lifestyle, fashion, and purpose-driven product
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to identify straightforward issues and propose simple solutions
- Ability to quickly adapt to changes in processes, customer flow, environments, and tasks
Work Environment and Physical Demands
- Ability to stand, type, and sit at desk/computer for most of the work shift executive repetitive movements
- No adverse or hazardous conditions
- Not required, but preferred to be able to occasionally lift, push or pull 25 lbs. individually or with assistance
Job Benefits
This position is categorized as a regular full-time position eligible for the following benefits:
Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.
- Paid Time Off Programs
- Paid Leave Programs
- Employee Ski Pass
- Other company perks
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 http://www.aspensnowmass.com/employment/benefits-and-perks
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