💼 About This Role

You'll define and lead the strategy for Backcountry's ski, snowboard, and backcountry hardgoods category, owning end-to-end category vision. You'll deliver differentiated assortments and strong financial performance in a highly seasonal business. This role blends deep industry expertise with global market awareness.

🎯 What You'll Do

• Define and execute multi-year category strategy across ski and snowboard hardgoods
• Build tiered assortments serving multiple customer segments and price points
• Lead end-of-season closeout buying strategies to optimize turns
• Develop strategic vendor partnerships and exclusive assortments

📋 Requirements

• Deep expertise in ski and snowboard hardgoods
• Strong understanding of global snow market and vendor landscape
• Proven ability to manage highly seasonal businesses and inventory planning
• Experience building assortments across multiple price tiers

✨ Nice to Have

• Experience developing SMUs and exclusive programs
• Background in retail service models like demo fleets
• Familiarity with ski industry vendor dating programs

🎁 Benefits & Perks

• 💻 Remote-first work environment
• 🏔️ Employee discounts on outdoor gear
• 💰 Competitive compensation with 401(k)/RRSP match
• 🏥 Medical/dental/vision insurance
• 🏖️ Paid time off policies

📨 Hiring Process

Step 1: Conversation, Step 2: AI/product challenge, Step 3: Deep-dive interviews, Step 4: Offer.