RETAIL PURCHASING ASSISTANT - GTLC - YEAR ROUND - HOUSING AVAILABLE

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!

Come work and play in the mountains!  Whether it's your first time seeing the mountains, or you already call them home, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

Join the Grand Teton Lodge Company for a season, or stay for a career at one/many of our 40+ resorts. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free access to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, Employee housing, free activities, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development program, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.​

Other Employee Benefits

• Paid SICK time
• Paid PTO after 500 hrs.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral Program

To Learn More, please review the Perks and Benefits

Job Summary:

The Retail Purchasing Assistant provides essential administrative and operational support to the Retail Buying and Merchandising division across Grand Teton Lodge Company’s (GTLC) 13 retail locations, including Flagg Ranch Stores and seasonal pop-up operations. This role helps ensure accurate purchasing coordination, product portfolio, vendor communication, and inventory support in alignment with GTLC’s high-quality, financially disciplined, and guest-focused retail program within Grand Teton National Park and the National Park Service concession system. This position is well-suited for a highly organized, detail-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-location environment and is eager to support retail buying operations through strong administrative execution. GTLC Retail values internal development and offers opportunities for career growth within the Vail Resorts organization. Strong attention to detail, organization, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are required. The ideal candidate demonstrates learning agility, clear communication, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with store teams, warehouse operations, and vendor partners.

On-site housing is provided at Jackson Lake Lodge. Additional work hours beyond a typical 40-hour week may be required during strategic operational periods such as store setup and inventory.

Job Specifications:

• Starting Wage: $44,000
• Employment Type: Year Round 
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age 
• Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities:

• Support purchasing activities across categories in alignment with OTB budgets, revenue, margin, and inventory goals.
• Assist with purchase order preparation, tracking, and documentation to ensure accurate spend and timely payment.
• Maintain vendor profiles and sales histories. Track vendor onboarding, invoicing support, and payment-related documentation.
• Support item setup, and inventory redistribution across retail locations.
• Coordinate accurate annual inventory and prepare inventory upload files.
• Manage price testing audits and ensure compliant interpretive and pricing signage in store locations.
• Assist in monitoring inventory levels, PAR tracking, and replenishment needs to reduce obsolescence and support product assortment health across locations.
• Assist with sales reporting and basic trend tracking to help inform merchandising and purchasing decisions.
• Contribute to GTLC brand standards, interpretive storytelling, and National Park Service compliance.
• Work with Retail Buying/Merchandise Team and Retail Operations Manager to coordinate and lead product and merchandising training across locations. Create incentive led programs to increase store knowledge and quality.
• Coordinate communication between vendors, buyers, warehouse teams, and store leadership to support timely deliveries and issue resolution.
• Contribute to department priorities related to safety, sustainability, compliance, and operational excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• All other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• College Degree or equivalent experience
• Prior work experience in a retail environment recommended
• Knowledge of windows based programs including Excel, Word, ect
• Written and verbal English skills
• Professional, well groomed appearance
• Must be able to drive a company vehicle
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs

Preferred Skills:

• Prior Retail Experience preferred
• Prior experience in buying duties recommended
• Prior customer service or accounting experience
• Prior experience with retail POS systems
• Good written and verbal communication skills

What's In It For You?

• FREE Dormitory Housing (including linens and all utilities)
• FREE Wi-Fi
• FREE National Park Pass to Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park
• FREE Participation in guest activities: Horseback rides, kayak and boat rentals, lake cruises & scenic raft tours, 200 miles of hiking trails and THE greatest perk ever – living in one of the most picturesque national parks!
• FREE Recreation Program and complimentary use of Rec Halls, Employee Gyms (Climbing Wall at JLL) and watersports equipment.
• 40% retail discounts plus online ProDeals
• 20% grocery and restaurant discounts

Before you apply, visit http://www.TetonEmployee.com for detailed information about housing and other information you will find helpful.

​We are committed to environmental stewardship and sustainability through zero waste, energy and water conservation, green dining and retail, volunteerism, and education. Grand Teton Lodge Company offers an amazing place to live and work, as well as staff housing. www.vailresortscareers.com 

The expected pay range is $44,000. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

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.

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  513388
Reference Date: 02/06/2026 
Job Code Function: Concessions