Senior Manager, Business Analysts

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:

This position is a manager who will lead our Business Analyst practice as part of our exciting and growing Enterprise Data IT Team. This is an excellent opportunity to lead a team of analysts who are instrumental in delivering strategic projects and support within Vail Resorts. This manager is driven, curious, collaborative, organized, excellent at managing risk, and diligent in prioritizing work. Their scope will include both people management and analyst work on 1-2 significant programs.

Superior leadership qualities, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and SDLC delivery aptitude are a requirement for this important technology leadership role. This position works closely with other application and development managers in a highly collaborative environment and reports to the Director of Enterprise Data Engineering & Enablement (EDEE) Program Management.

Job Specifications:

• Outlet: Corporate
• Expected Pay Range: $116,050 - $140,000 + annual bonus. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.
• Shift & Schedule Availability:  Full Time, Year Round
• Skill Level: Advanced  
• Other Specifics: Remote or Hybrid

Job Responsibilities

• Provide direction, collaboration, and mentoring to a team of business analysts, and empower the team to drive the day-to-day delivery and execute their roadmaps.
• Guide the team as they gather requirements, support design and development, and document system capabilities and enhancements.
• Work to mature the BA discipline within the SDLC framework and processes.
• Ensure proper requirements are identified, effective user stories are created, test plans are coordinated, and work is planned in a logical and efficient manner to deliver solutions that support business requirements.
• Identify professional development opportunities for all direct reports and support their career growth. Create goals, deliver performance reviews, hold regular 1:1s with direct reports, and provide feedback.
• Develop and maintain a high-performing, motivated, and engaged team.
• Connect to build strong relationships with business partners, IT partners, and stakeholders to ensure alignment and proper prioritization.
• Manage contracts, POs, invoices, and timekeeping for all team members.
• Collaborate with business partners to define and document business requirements.
• Work with solution architects to convert approved business requirements into functional and technical specifications.

Job Requirements

• Ability to influence stakeholders and work closely with them to determine acceptable solutions
• Ability to communicate with various levels (including Director, Senior Director, and VP) within IT and with business partners
• Excellent customer service skills with a demonstrated customer-focused, service-first attitude
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; comfortable translating between technical and non-technical team members 
• Robust documentation skills and attention to detail
• Experience with SDLC processes across waterfall and agile methodologies and ticketing systems such as Jira
• Strong SQL skills
• Comfortable with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• 5+ years of demonstrated business analysis experience, delivering cross-functional projects AND Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or related concentration; OR 7+ years of demonstrated business analysis experience
• 2+ years of direct people management experience

 Preferred 

• Experience with Cloud Tools and Data platforms (Azure, Databricks, Snowflake)
• Experience with Analytics Tools (Tableau, Snowflake, Adobe Analytics)
• Advanced Excel and Python skills
• Awareness of Financial Planning Tools (Planful), ERP/Procurement Tools (Oracle PeopleSoft, Coupa, Concur), and Customer Data and Email Marketing applications (Amperity)
• Experience managing contractors and across global time zones

The expected Total Compensation for this role is $116,050 - $140,000 + 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 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. 

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  507701
Reference Date: 03/17/2025 
Job Code Function: Data Warehouse/Business Intel