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Quality Technology Services, LLC Facilities Procurement Manager in Overland Park, Kansas
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The Facilities Procurement Manager reports to the Director, Development Procurement responsible for planning, budgeting, strategic sourcing, supply chain management, critical supplier performance management and stakeholder management for the critical equipment categories assigned. The individual will support development of long-term business strategies aligned with key QTS stakeholders, executives, and other Global Procurement leaders to drive results directly linked to the business goals that contributes to QTS’s position as a leader in the market it serves.
RESPONSIBILITIES, other duties may be assigned.
Analyze capital plans to drill down equipment and services required to establish OFCI equipment budget and rolling 12-month procurement plans accounting for and adjusting to the sales projection updates
Critical Equipment Planning to ensure accurate cost and schedules are provided in a timely manner to the Development Program Managers in support of budget approvals and project schedule planning
Provide weekly Development procurement status, progresses, and recommendations to gain support from executives to align on the business objectives
Continually evaluate new critical infrastructure technologies with partners to ensure that QTS balances cost, availability, reliability and efficiency into its standard equipment offering.
Strategic Procurement
Analyze category spend management opportunities, conducts research to understand the supply market and commodity trends, and deploy appropriate strategic plans and track KPI’s
Categories would include, but not limited to: Electrical, Mechanical and Construction Management, Design, Engineering, Commissioning, and Testing Professional Services.
Ensure QTS policies and processes are followed and continuously improve processes and systems to drive best-in-class procurement performance
Collaborate with Global Procurement leaders to ensure alignment and execution of category strategies
Continuously identify and implement strategies to improve procurement initiatives, increase speed to market, improve quality, and achieve a lower total cost of ownership
Understand business impacts and align with stakeholders to effectively assess risk levels, manage supply continuity, develop contingency plans and establish risk management strategies to mitigate risk.
Lead ongoing category management activities within assigned scope of spend categories to achieve business objectives and benefit targets
Develop RFP packages and lead competitive sourcing events to ensure structuring of commercial value, risk mitigation, and performances requirements are secured in a contract to protect QTS’s interests.
Support Sales revenue generator by securing competitive NRC costing for customer deals as requested
Resolve unforeseen technical and commercial issues that arise from the assigned projects, engage with subject matter experts, and escalate as necessary to close processes utilizing approved corrective actions
Ensure the most up to date design standards are distributed to the OFCI suppliers to deliver the products as specified
Obtain OFCI equipment submittals to support the design, specification, and process approval for each assigned project as needed
Develop KPIs to measure supplier performance (on-site delivery performance, cost savings, etc.)
Continuously evaluates supplier performance to create and lead teams to improve supplier performance as necessary
Ensure mutual contracted obligations are met to ensure the negotiated values are realized
Liaise with QTS Site Operations teams, Suppliers, Finance to be the escalation point on issues that need resolutions and lead process improvement initiatives to drive efficiency and maximize value
Travel to QTS sites, OEM facilities, trade conferences, and networking events to facilitate strong relationships to benefit the strategic positioning of QTS and department objectives
Provide ad-hoc assistance to the Site Operations’ needs on certain difficult to source equipment, parts, and services
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Management, Operations, Finance, or Construction Management or equivalent professional experience
Experience in contract development, execution, and management
Experience developing long range sourcing plans for assigned categories to reduce total costs, optimize value from suppliers, and meet internal customer requirements
Experience in managing and leading change initiatives involving significant impacts to organization
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Two or more years of relevant experience in Sourcing, Procurement, or Project Management
Direct experiences in the following categories: Facility Management, Critical Electrical and Mechanical Equipment, Construction Design and Construction, and Professional Services
Experience in the data center industry
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with all levels of the organization
Capable, proven team player that both fosters and operates well within internal and external team environments.
Able to solve problems at a tactical and functional level
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Skilled in building relationships with key stakeholders to gather category requirements, specifications from departments, and category subject matter experts
Ability to resolve conflicts and solve problems
TOTAL REWARDS
This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits.
This position is bonus eligible.
We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.
The "Know Your Rights" Poster is included here:
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Know Your Rights (Spanish)
The pay transparency policy is available here:
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster-Formatted (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf)
QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to talentacquisition@qtsdatacenters.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
QTS Data Centers was built around the Core Values of Integrity, Character, and Trust. We prioritize family, faith and community involvement while leading with strong, honorable, and principled behavior. We started this journey in 2003 when our CEO, Chad Williams, purchased his first data center in Overland Park, KS. Humble beginnings that have led to 35+ data centers and growing. Recently privatized in a $10 billion transaction with Blackstone, one of the most notable real estate investments companies in the world, QTS is positioned to execute on a global expansion initiative and we are looking for the best and brightest to join our team.
At QTS, we’re fearlessly leading the way by redefining what it means to be a data center provider. QTS is entrusted with providing world-class data center solutions to enterprises, government agencies as well as the largest and fastest growing technology companies in the world. We deliver a fully-integrated platform from top to bottom – one enabled by technology and world-class infrastructure. Simply put, we’re innovating to stay ahead of the curve.
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In addition to a variety of benefit packages, QTS goes above and beyond for our employees:
Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting
Every employee is bonus or commission eligible
Generous PTO Accrual plus additional Paid Volunteer Days
Paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked
Pet and Legal Insurance
Q-Rest Sabbatical Program
Q-Anniversary Service Award Program
Parental Leave for primary and secondary caregivers
Military Benefits Package
QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program
QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents
QTS Crisis Fund
Wellness Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
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