Are you a strategic leader who sees beyond buildings and envisions high-performing environments that power an entire organization? We’re seeking an exceptional Facilities Manager to lead with vision, elevate operations, and create spaces that are safe, efficient, and built for success.
In this pivotal role, you’ll shape the future of our facilities by driving strategy, overseeing critical infrastructure, and ensuring every aspect of our environment supports our people and our mission. From capital planning and operational excellence to sustainability and compliance, you’ll balance big-picture thinking with flawless execution—delivering workplaces that are not only functional, but truly exceptional.
What You Bring to the Team
· Minimum of 5 to 7 years of progressive experience and responsibility in a maintenance field, two of which were holding a supervisory position directing a multifunctional staff
· The ability to work unsupervised with a high degree of integrity and responsibility
- Change management skills and the ability to act as Change Leader
- Proven leadership skills encompassing sound judgment, strong decision-making abilities and a collaborative approach
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret financial reports
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Consistent follow-through and commitment to project completion
- Proven and successful project management experience
What You’ll Do
· Develop and implement a long-term facilities strategy that supports business growth and operational needs.
· Lead capital planning, facility upgrades, and infrastructure investments.
· Oversee the management, maintenance, and functionality of all organizational facilities.
· Direct facilities teams responsible for maintenance, building operations, and property management.
· Monitor expenditures and drive cost efficiency without compromising operational quality.
· Lead procurement and contract negotiations for facility services, vendors, and contractors.
· Lead relationships with external service providers, contractors, and facility partners.
· Collaborate with internal stakeholders including operations, HR, finance, and executive leadership.
· Establish a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
What You’ll Love About The Vermont Country Store
- A team-oriented culture filled with truly “good” people
- An onsite wellness center including free wellness, acute care visits and programs with Licensed Family Nurse Practitioner
- Onsite fitness facilities
- We offer a generous employee discount
- We offer a competitive salary package, 401-K, commuter benefit, dental, vision, an ICHRA employer contribution for medical insurance, contributions to the cost of childcare, employer paid life, short-term and long-term disability, voluntary life insurance, accident, hospital and critical illness.
- Potential for quarterly bonus
- Numerous philanthropic programs including paid volunteer hours and matching charitable contributions
Who We Are
The Vermont Country Store is one of the most unique and beloved companies in America. Orton family-owned since 1946, the company offers a comprehensive assortment of high-quality, practical and hard-to-find goods through its catalog, website and two stores in Weston and Rockingham, Vermont. In contrast to the company’s image as an old-fashioned country store, The Vermont Country Store is a champion of innovation in our marketing, our operations and as an employer of choice. For two years running, The Vermont Country Store has earned the #1 ranking in the Universal Service Provider category of Newsweek Magazine’s Best Online Shops, placing ahead of Amazon, WalMart, Target and other industry leaders. Come join our high-performing team who collaborate, innovate, and deliver strong results. We're committed to seeking life-long learners, promoting from within, and creating long-term opportunities for those who excel. We welcome you to apply even if you don’t check all the boxes. We hope you'll consider joining us and see where a career with us can lead you.