Director, Procurement Strategic Sourcing - MRO

Aspen Skiing Company•Denver, CO

2h•$134,500 - $170,000

About The Position

The 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, 2026

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; MBA or advanced degree preferred
7 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing or procurement, with significant exposure to applicable spend categories
Experience operating within or alongside an S2P platform and structured category management framework
Proven experience leading complex negotiations, sourcing initiatives, and senior stakeholder engagements
Proficient knowledge in developing and executing business strategies that align with the company’s long-term goals
Proficient knowledge of market dynamics and competitor analysis to inform strategic decisions
Skilled in managing relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
Ability to work effectively with different departments to achieve business objectives
Strong ability to negotiate contracts, partnerships, and agreements that benefit the organization
Proven ability to lead, develop, and mentor teams and individuals to drive performance, engagement, and professional growth
Ability to think long-term and formulate strategies to drive the business forward
Ability to delegate tasks effectively, empowering teams while maintaining accountability
Ability to earn trust and respect from project stakeholders and influence decisions that need to be made to make any project successful
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Nice To Haves

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Responsibilities

Define and execute multi‑year category strategies for MRO, capital equipment/projects, and other categories as assigned, balancing cost optimization, service levels, and supply‑risk mitigation
Provide strategic oversight and hands‑on leadership for complex sourcing initiatives, including capital projects, long‑term service agreements, and enterprise‑wide supply contracts
Own supplier strategy and relationship management for critical OEMs, distributors, and service providers supporting operations and capital programs
Ensure strong contract lifecycle management discipline, including standardized terms, renewal timing, commercial protections, and risk allocation
Partner closely with Finance, Operations, Facilities, IT, and Capital Planning teams to align sourcing strategies with budget cycles and operational requirements
Support source-to-pay (S2P) enablement for owned categories, including catalog strategy, contracted item setup, approval workflows, and guided buying design
Champion standardized sourcing, purchasing, inventory, and supplier onboarding processes across assigned categories
Track, validate, and communicate value delivered, including hard savings, cost avoidance, lifecycle cost improvements, and risk mitigation
Other duties as assigned