Manager, Procurement Operations

QTS Realty Trust

Duluth (GA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus eligibility

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Volunteer days

Job summary

QTS Realty Trust seeks a Manager of Procurement Operations to lead the source-to-pay enhancements, ensuring procurement excellence and risk mitigation. You will guide systems strategy, process improvements, and mentor analysts across the organization.

The role focuses on building links with key partners, driving data-informed decisions, and deploying technology to improve efficiency and innovation in procurement practices.

Qualifications

Five+ years in procurement or related roles with data integrity.
Two+ years in people, project, or program management.
Bachelor’s degree in related fields; advanced degrees/certs preferred.
Experience driving change to improve user experience and mitigate risk.
Willingness to travel up to 10% annually.

Responsibilities

Oversee enhancement and execution of purchasing processes in cross-functional partnerships.
Lead P2P initiatives with technology and policy improvements.
Drive change management and data-driven decision making in procurement.
Develop training strategies for users to transact in ERP systems more effectively.
Manage transactional P2P to ensure swift, compliant purchasing.
Lead teams handling purchase orders and supplier lifecycle; analytics data.
Assist in creating procurement policies aligned with standards and sustainability.
Monitor and optimize procurement KPIs.
Support senior leadership in aligning procurement with org goals.
Develop, monitor and share P2P performance metrics.

Skills

Procurement leadership

P2P optimization

Change management

Data analysis

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field

Advanced degree or certifications preferred

Tools

Workday Financials/ Strategic Spend

Oracle Fusion

Job description

The Manager, Procurement Operations

The Manager, Procurement Operations is responsible for leading the enhancement of our source-to-pay value chain, ensuring tactical procurement excellence, and instituting purchasing guidelines that mitigate commercial risk. This leadership role is responsible for strategic management of procurement systems, process enhancement, and building foundational linkages between key partners, as well as the management and mentorship of a team of analysts. The successful candidate will be pivotal in ensuring our procurement practices align with organizational values and leverage technological advancements for efficiency and innovation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversee the enhancement, execution, and operational excellence of the purchasing process in cross-functional partnership with key stakeholders.

Act as a Procurement-to-Pay (P2P) leader by advancing procurement performance through technological enhancements and best practices in purchasing policies, and technology and digital readiness.

Drive meaningful change management initiatives within the procurement function, cultivating a culture of continuous improvement, data-driven decision-making, and scalability.

Develop internal communication and training strategies for QTS users to transact in ERP systems more effectively.

Oversee the transactional P2P function to execute swift and accurate purchasing in compliance with internal standards.

Lead team of professionals who own the purchase order or supplier lifecycle, create data for cleaner spend analytics, and partner with stakeholders across the whole organization.

Assist in the creation and education of procurement policies and processes that ensure alignment with company standards, regulatory requirements, and sustainability goals.

Monitor and optimize key procurement performance metrics.

Function as a leader and change agent, supporting senior management and executive-level stakeholders to align procurement strategies with the broader organizational goals.

Develop, monitor, and disseminate key metrics that show growth and continuous improvement within the procure-to-pay process.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

At least five years of experience in procurement, sourcing, compliance, risk management, or other role with strong data integrity requirements.

At least two years of experience in people, project, or program management.

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Information Technology, Business, Accounting, or related fields, with preference given to those with advanced degrees or certifications in relevant areas.

Experience driving change to improve user experience and/or mitigate risk.

Experience with making data-driven decisions.

Willingness to travel, up to 10% annually.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with Workday Financials/ Strategic Spend or Oracle Fusion.

Experience working for or supporting a data center provider (or experience in a fast-paced high growth environment).

Experience in team management.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring precision and consistency in all aspects of work.

Outstanding leadership, communication, and change management skills, capable of fostering an innovative, continuously improving, and sustainable culture within procurement teams.

Ability to work independently, influence all organizational levels, initiative-taking, critical thinking skills, and an important level of accountability.

Exhibit excellent people 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 critical thinking skills.

Proven skill in building culture within a team across multiple locations.

Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, on multiple, concurrent projects of varying complexity and competing priority.

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 role is bonus eligible and may be eligible for equity.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

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) Know Your Rights (Spanish). The pay transparency policy is available here: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster-Formatted 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. It’s exhilarating to find yourself at a pivotal moment in history— and even more so to be leading the way. At QTS Data Centers, we are proud to stand at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital transformation. Our world‑class data centers empower our customers’ most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us as a global leader in digital infrastructure. As AI and cloud technologies fuel the demand for increased speed, capacity, and innovation, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader. We are committed to connecting the globe for good. Driven by purpose and a spirit of innovation, we design, build, and operate some of the most advanced data centers worldwide. In addition to our cutting‑edge technology, we are dedicated to sustainability, incorporating renewable energy solutions to minimize our environmental footprint and drive meaningful impact. As a proud portfolio company of Blackstone, QTS is uniquely positioned to achieve ambitious growth and innovation goals. At QTS, we are Powered by People. Our team members are the cornerstone of our culture, innovation, and growth. They are mission‑driven, resourceful, and committed to making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. Together, we’re achieving remarkable things and shaping the future of digital infrastructure. And we’d like to invite you to join us.

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