Powder is a year-round resort and real estate development project nestled throughout 12,000 acres in the Wasatch Mountains of Northern Utah. We are striving to be the premier place of being and doing, a destination that fuses outdoor recreation with a cultural and hospitality program that connects visitors with a deeper sense of self and purpose. Our core values come to life in a unique and natural setting of unparalleled beauty.
We're looking for Big-Hearted Champions Who Pick Up the Trash. If you're a passionate, caring team player who strives for excellence-and always tries to do the right thing, even when no one is watching-you'll fit right in at Powder.
We Are:Big Hearted - Passion, Caring & Warm, Joyful, Generous
Champions - Team - Not Family, Intolerant of Mediocrity, Tenacious, Seeks Feedback
Who Pick Up the Trash - Does What is Best for Powder and Our Guests, Resourceful, Selfless
Our Commitment to Equality: Together we are one team, not an "us vs. them" mentality. We are focused on being a progressive employer with pay equity, inclusion, while building diverse teams.
About the Role: Powder Mountain is seeking an innovative Applications Manager to join our IT team at our headquarters in beautiful Eden, Utah. If you're passionate about technology's role in enhancing business operations and guest experiences, and thrive in a dynamic resort environment, this is your chance to make a significant impact.
As our Applications Manager, you will be the strategic leader and technical owner for Powder Mountain's diverse portfolio of business applications. You'll drive the application roadmap, manage critical systems (POS, PMS, E-commerce, Finance, Marketing & more), lead implementation projects, build strong vendor partnerships, and collaborate closely with departments across the resort. This is a hands-on leadership position requiring daily onsite presence to effectively integrate with our team and operations.
Perks of Joining Our Big-Hearted Champions: - Health, Vision, Dental Benefits
- 401K Plan and company match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Company provided Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
- Seasonal Ski & Summer Passes for self, self & dependents + Buddy Vouchers
- Life Style Spending Account
- Education Assistance
- UTA Ski Bus Pass and Employee Shuttle Service
- Powder Mountain Retail/Rental Discount and On-Mountain F&B Discounts
- Powder Mountain Snowsports School Discounted Lessons
- Access to Outdoor Prolink and partner discounts.
- Powder Mountain on-snow uniform for specific roles.
- Free On-site Gourmet Employee Lunches
- Flexible and Hybrid Workplace Environment
- New Modern Office with Indoor/Outdoor Meeting Spaces
Requirements
Key Responsibilities: - Lead Application Strategy: Define and manage the lifecycle and roadmap for our entire application stack.
- Provide Technical Ownership: Oversee the configuration, integration, stability, and support escalation for key systems (Axess, Toast, Sage Intacct, HubSpot, Shopify, PMS, etc.).
- Drive Vendor Management: Manage vendor relationships, contracts, performance (SLAs), and influence product direction.
- Manage Application Projects: Lead implementations, upgrades, and integration initiatives from planning through execution.
- Collaborate for Solutions: Work with operational departments to understand needs, define requirements, and leverage technology to improve processes.
- Ensure Operational Excellence: Maintain application stability and support readiness, especially during peak ski season.
What We're Looking For: - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in IT, CS, Business, or related field.
- 7+ years of progressive experience managing, implementing, and supporting enterprise business applications.
- Proven experience with core hospitality/resort systems (POS, PMS, E-commerce, Finance/ERP, CRM).
- Strong track record in vendor management and leading application projects.
- Excellent technical troubleshooting, business analysis, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong leadership potential and outstanding communication/collaboration skills.
- Ability to work onsite at our headquarters in Eden, UT with hybrid flexibility.
- Experience in the ski resort or hospitality industry is a major plus. Direct experience with Axess, Sage Intacct, Toast, HubSpot, or Shopify is highly desirable.