Capital Equipment Procurement Manager

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JOB DESCRIPTION

The Capital Equipment Procurement Manager reports to the Capital Equipment Procurement Director and is responsible for planning, budgeting, strategic sourcing, supply chain management, critical supplier performance management and stakeholder management for their critical equipment and professional services categories assigned.

RESPONSIBILITIES, other duties may be assigned.

Critical Equipment Planning

• Analyze capital plans to drill down equipment and services required to establish Owner- Furnished Contractor-Installed (OFCI) equipment budget and rolling 36-month procurement plans accounting for and adjusting to the sales projection updates.

• 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 KPIs.

• Ensure QTS policies and processes are followed and continuously improve processes and systems to drive best-in-class procurement performance.

Stakeholder and Supplier Management

• Develop Key Performance Indicators 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

• Understand project scope, contract management and systems commissioning

• Lead periodic business reviews (such as weekly meetings, QBRs, problem resolution, etc.)

• 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

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Management, Operations, Finance, certificate in Construction Management, or equivalent experience

• Four or more years of relevant experience in Sourcing / Procurement / Project Management / Engineering

• Experience developing long range sourcing plans for assigned categories to reduce total costs, optimize value from suppliers, and meet internal customer requirements.

• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office suite

• Be able to travel 25% of the time

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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Six or more years direct experience in global supply chain management, project management, category management, strategic sourcing, contract negotiations, and vendor management in variety of categories - Equipment/Systems Integration

• Direct experiences in the following categories: System Integration, High Voltage, Schematics, Single Line Drawings

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Experience in managing and leading change initiatives involving significant impacts to organization.

• Experience in contract development, execution, and management

• Skilled in building relationships with key stakeholders to gather category requirements, specifications from departments, and category subject matter experts

• Ability to resolve conflict and solve problems

TOTAL REWARDS

This role is also eligible for a competitive bene?ts package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; ?exible 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 bene?ts. 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.

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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