Receiving Manager - The Little Nell

Company Description

Owned and operated by Aspen Hospitality, The Little Nell is Aspen's only Five-Star, Five-Diamond, ski-in/ski-out hotel and offers luxury services and unparalleled access to America's most famous mountain town. A Relais & Châteaux resort, the Nell is frequently recognized for its award-winning wine and culinary programs and dedicated service. The property boasts a variety of amenities, including two restaurants, three bars, a wine cellar and a speakeasy. The Little Nell is also home to the new The Nell Spa. During ski season, Nell guests have access to a slopeside ski concierge and numerous winter adventures. In summer months, guests enjoy lush gardens along with off-road adventures, stargazing, fly fishing and mountaintop yoga; plus, a pool, hot tub, and a newly renovated spa and health club. The Little Nell has been acknowledged with numerous awards including being named a Forbes Five-Star hotel since 1995, a AAA Five-Diamond hotel since 1991, a Wine Spectator Grand Award winner since 1997, recognition as one of America’s 100 Best Wine Restaurants from Wine Enthusiast and frequently nominated for its Outstanding Wine Program by the James Beard Foundation. The Nell will debut its first hotel outside of Aspen at Rockefeller Center in New York City in 2026. For more information, visit www.thelittlenell.com or follow @thelittlenell on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. 

Job Description

Position Summary 
The Receiving Manager will oversee the daily operations of the loading dock facilities.  Responsible for the overall leadership, planning, administration and management of the receiving and shipping operations and logistics.  The Receiving Manager will collaborate with various internal departments, clients, vendors and contract partners to coordinate and execute the move-in and move-out processes, ensuring compliance with policies.  Additionally, the Receiving Manager will oversee the receiving and shipping personnel to ensure efficient and safe movement of materials from the dock. This position reports to the Executive Chef. 

The budgeted salary range for this position is $65,000 - $75,000. Actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience.

Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until April 13, 2025.

Essential Job Functions/Key Job Responsibilities
•    Oversees and evaluates all activities of the dock and dock employees, ensuring safe and efficient loading and unloading of all freight
•    Conducts daily inspections, ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, local and internal compliance, regulations and policies
•    Ensures product handling and delivery practices meet internal and external customer expectations, and daily, weekly, monthly and annual business objectives
•    Assesses efficiency and performance of dispatch and distribution activities; identifies and recommends improvement to shift, department and facility
•    Teaches and implements safe lifting and loading techniques and regularly evaluates employees’ compliance 
•    Maintain accurate records of dock activities, including scheduling, staffing, packages, and equipment usage
•    Manage, maintain and reinforce safety policies and procedures, including regular safety inspections training for employees related to loading dock area
•    Interview, hire, train staff and handle discipline and separation of employee in accordance with company policy
•    Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education & Experience Requirements 
•    High school diploma or equivalent required
•    Previous supervisory experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities  
•    Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards in the industry
•    Knowledge of OSHA and OSHA reporting
•    Proficient understanding of logistics operations, inventory management, and shipping/receiving processes
•    Must possess the ability to work independently and thrive in a constantly changing environment
•    Strong leadership, collaboration and interpersonal skills
•    Skill in assigning tasks and responsibilities to team members based on their strengths 
•    Proficiency in planning, managing, and executing projects within scope and deadlines 
•    Excellent organizational and multi-tasking, with a keen eye for detail
•    Ability to manage and lead diverse teams, fostering a positive and productive work environment 
•    Skills in managing relationships with both internal and external stakeholders 
•    Ability to work effectively with different departments to achieve business objectives

Additional Information

Work Environment & Physical Demands 
•    Ability to be on your feet, kneel and bend for extended periods of time  
•    Regularly work in adverse conditions and requiring the use of protective apparel/equipment to prevent exposure to the elements as well as an office environment and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces 
•    Must be able to lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance (weight limits can vary according to position, but no more than 50) 

Job Benefits 
This position is classified as a regular full-time position eligible for the following benefits:
Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.  
•    Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Programs
•    Flexible Spending Account Programs
•    Life Insurance Programs
•    Paid Time Off Programs
•    Paid Leave Programs
•    401(k) Savings Plan
•    Employee Ski Pass and Dependent Ski Passes 
•    Other company perks

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. By accepting a position with Aspen One, Aspen Snowmass, Aspen Ventures or Aspen Hospitality you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700.         

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Aspen One is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran). At Aspen One, inclusion, equity, and diversity are fundamental to fulfilling our vision of building a better workplace and better world. From our hiring practices through the entire employee experience, we embrace and celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives and cultural backgrounds that each employee brings to the workplace. We encourage diverse points of view which allows us to develop innovative solutions to the ever-evolving world of work. Aspen One strives to foster an environment where our employees feel respected, valued and empowered, and our team members are at the forefront of helping us promote and sustain an inclusive workplace that works for all.

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