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Quality Technology Services, LLC Capital Projects Procurement Manager in Duluth, Georgia
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The Capital Projects Procurement Manager is responsible for developing, executing, and managing corporate initiatives that enable effective operations and improvements of existing data centers. Responsibilities will extend beyond capital project procurement, to include support for strategic initiatives such as customer fit-out, site engineering partnerships, and spare parts programs.
The Capital Projects Procurement Manager will perform complex data analysis to support strategies for new sourcing & other cost optimization opportunities to generate cost savings for categories managed. Categories would include, but not limited to: Electrical, Mechanical, Capital Improvement Projects, SG&A, IT, MRO, Facilities Maintenance, Data Center Infrastructure Fit-outs and Data Connectivity. The Manager is responsible for negotiating complex/competitive programs & communicating to line of businesses and Senior Management the value propositions associated with Category proposals. Manager will work collaboratively with internal user departments to facilitate, optimize and execute the purchase and corporate governance of these spends categories within organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES, other duties may be assigned.
Support facilities management procurement strategy in partnership with the development, sourcing, and operations procurement teams to enable success for facilities operations
Foster strong stakeholder support and cooperation on assigned projects, which can range from facilities and construction services along with equipment and material support
Develop supply chain strategies that optimize spending, minimize risk, and ensure the successful delivery of capital projects within budget and on time.
Support development of pre-approved supplier list utilizing input from internal stakeholders and external engagement
Synthesize supplier, industry and market research for key facilities spend categories to develop pricing for equipment and labor contracts lead by the sourcing team
Administer, facilitate and answer vendor exchanges as part of the competitive bidding process, to mitigate QTS's exposure to risk and consolidate suppliers' spend
Support development & execution of procurement programs to optimize regional spend leverage across site services and consumable materials
Maintain day-to-day supplier relationships; act as the lead point of contact for all commercial issues
Support negotiations of commercial cost reduction opportunities and provide analytical support for Total Cost of Ownership models used to support sourcing decisions
Identify and implement system solutions and best practices that optimizes indirect sourcing and procurement work practices
Builds relationships with key stakeholders to gather category requirements and specifications from departments and category subject matter experts
Ensure tactical execution of purchasing activities to meet routine business needs
Drive value through innovation and collaboration with strategic suppliers and internal customers
Identify and leverage company-wide spend opportunities
Coordinate Facilities’ purchasing activities across national portfolio of data centers
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply-Chain, or Engineering or related field or equivalent professional experience
Seven or more years of relevant experience in Sourcing / Procurement / Supply-Chain
Experience in contract development, execution, negotiation and management
Skilled in building relationships with key stakeholders to gather category requirements, specifications from departments, and category subject matter experts
Experience in managing and leading change initiatives involving significant impacts to organization
Experience developing long range sourcing plans for assigned categories to reduce total costs, optimize value from suppliers, and meet internal customer requirements
Demonstrated company-wide procurement leadership experience within one or more indirect categories or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
MBA or Master’s degree in Supply Chain
Experience working for or supporting a data center provider (multi-tenant data center, hyperscale user, or equipment provider)
Procurement certification (e.g. ISM CPSM)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills with all levels of the organization.
Use organizational skills to determine prioritization and appropriate multitasking.
Perform necessary and timely follow-up, escalating appropriately if necessary.
Strong planning, organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, on multiple, concurrent projects of varying complexity and competing priority.
Ability to resolve conflicts and solve problems
Self-motivated and goal driven
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:
Know Your Rights (English) (http://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf)
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.
We are powered by people.
And we’d like to invite you to join us.
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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