Corporate Associate Retail Buyer, Replenishment

Xanterra Travel Collection is a premier group of travel and leisure businesses with a focus on sustainability and exceptional service. Headquartered in Greenwood Village, Colorado, we operate iconic properties and services in stunning locations worldwide, including lodging, food and beverage, Windstar Cruises, short-line railroads, and adventure travel. We are dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences for our guests and providing transformative career opportunities for our team members.

We are currently seeking a Corporate Associate Retail Buyer for Replenishment. As an Associate Buyer of Replenishment at Xanterra, you will assume replenishment responsibility for a defined assortment of products and key items, from forecasting buys, managing demands forecasting algorithms and replenishment settings, order management, analyzing performance, and driving top-line revenue while supporting and maintaining inventory goals.

This role requires strong analytical and decision-making skills, proficiency in retail systems (especially MI9), and the ability to maintain data integrity. As an Associate Buyer of Replenishment, you will be a team leader, supporting colleagues on processes, systems, and best practices, while fostering an inclusive, collaborative work environment.The position works closely with the corporate retail team, vendors and property operations to execute profitable merchandise strategies in iconic national park locations.

• →Builds demand forecast and maintains accurate forecast utilizing the various methods that support the velocity and seasonality of the categories.
• →Responsible for managing replenishment settings that create purchase orders weekly for a assigned categories.
• →Create and maintain DRP item plans to support warehouse purchases
• →Consistently reviews and reacts to sales performance/selling reports and generates orders to maintain inventory targets and good product in stock levels.
• →Utilize the merchandising inventory management system to accurately prepare input data (vendor and product info, cost, retail pricing etc.) based on company margin and pricing strategies.
• →Takes on a leadership role for special projects and supports training for the Team as assigned
• →Track orders and troubleshoots supply chain and receiving issues with property personnel and DC managers.
• →Utilizes and is proficient in Xanterra’s merchandise management system as well as the Open to Buy system to manage product, purchase orders, forecasting/replenishment, inventory and pricing/promotions.
• →Works closely with vendors to track purchase orders, manage inventory flow and ensure good in stock levels while building and maintaining healthy and strong vendor relationships.
• →Supports Windstar Buyer and replenishment of designated categories
• →Responsible for full ownership of assigned Buying categories under the guidance of the Buyer.
• →Works closely with Buyer to develop merchandising planograms and works closely with the Manager of Store Design and Visual Merchandising on communication and execution of product placement, fixture approvals and signage/graphics needs.
• →Provide clear communication & collaboration with cross functional teams and vendors while fostering a positive workplace culture and community.
• →Travel to properties as required assisting support staff with store set up, physical inventory, evaluating merchandise mix, and gaining full understanding of property experience and to partner on needs and objectives.
• →Attend industry trade shows and vendor showrooms for product sourcing purposes.
• →Other duties and projects assigned

• →Working in a collaborative environment in office 5 days a week

• Strong MI9 Merchant knowledge
• Strong math and analytical skills with a full understanding of retail buying and inventory management analytics with the ability to process large amounts of data
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with team members and key stakeholders
• Understanding of the technical and logistical aspects of product sourcing and custom product development. Direct Import buying experience a plus
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office; Word, Excel, and PowerPoint with the ability to become proficient in internal systems, tools, and programs
• Must be accurate, detail oriented, organized with excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Must be self-motivated, responsible, and able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Bachelor’s Degree: Business, Fashion Merchandising or related field is preferred, or associate’s degree + 3 years related procurement/ assistant buying experience. 
• Assistant Buyer, Replenishment Buyer or Planner experience in a multi-unit environment, including product development.
• Experience in multi-unit retail buying as well as knowledge of the travel, leisure and destination retail segment is a plus
• Previous store operations experience is a plus
• Experience working with replenishment system, inventory management, planning, and data warehouse system

• Ability to accomplish physical aspects of the position including moderate to heavy lifting, long periods of standing and bending, and the ascent/descent of ladders
• Possess or be able to obtain a valid driver’s license

• Trade and Gift Shows
• Vendors
• All Xanterra properties
• Seasonal Store openings and inventories when needed
• Travel in season can be up to 10%-15% of work time and can include weekends, holidays, split shifts, and extra hours as needed.