Senior Manager, Procurement PMO

QTS Data Centers; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible spending and HSA

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Paid volunteer days

Employee assistance program

Tuition assistance

Parental leave

Military leave assistance

QTS scholarship for dependents

Wellness program

Equity eligibility

Job summary

QTS Data Centers seeks a Senior Manager, Procurement PMO to lead our procurement transformation, drive risk management, change initiatives, and continuous improvement across departments. You will mentor a team, partner with Accounting, Third Party Risk Management, and Legal, and navigate ambiguity to support global growth.

The role emphasizes strategic oversight, governance, and data‑driven decision making while building talent and leadership within the procurement function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a business/SCM field; advanced certs are a plus.
• 7+ years in procurement or PMO with risk/compliance focus.
• Strong procurement processes, risk management, and audit knowledge.
• Excellent project management across multiple projects.
• Effective cross‑dept collaboration and communication.
• Detail‑oriented with strong analytics and problem solving.
• Proficient in project management software/tools.

Responsibilities

• Establish governance for risk management; benchmark and report trends.
• Lead organization‑wide change management and track impact for executives.
• Roadmap for long‑term procurement process optimization and scalability.
• Oversee procurement project portfolio and prioritize initiatives.
• Build partnerships with shared services at leadership level; align across departments.
• Drive a data‑driven culture with analytics tools and training.
• Monitor risk practices to align with industry standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Facilitation skills

Communication & organization

Time management

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or related field

PMP/CIPS certification (plus)

Tools

Oracle Communication

Job description

The Senior Manager, Procurement PMO is a vital member of the Procurement organization, currently in the process of large- scale transformation to support a rapidly growing organization. This role will be instrumental in ensuring the cohesion and efficiency of our Procurement organization through overseeing communication strategies, managing change initiatives, facilitating continuous training, mitigating risks for the organization, and driving continuous improvement best practices. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with excellent project management skills, capable of leading continuous improvement initiatives while partnering effectively with shared service departments such as Accounting, Third Party Risk Management, and Legal, as well as leading a team. The ability to independently navigate ambiguity and new scope is key to QTS Procurement’s long-term growth and global expansion.

RESPONSIBILITIES, other duties may be assigned.

• Establish governance structures for ongoing evaluation of risk management practices. Encourage innovation and industry benchmarking, empowering team members to adopt proactive strategies and reporting risk trends to senior leaders.
• Champion change management at an organizational level by setting a vision for Procurement process improvements. Provide strategic oversight, ensuring team buy-in and engagement during major transitions, and report on the impact of changes to executive leadership.
• Develop a roadmap for long-term process optimization within the Procurement organization. Own exploratory and execution work to team members, while ensuring scalability and alignment with corporate goals.
• Oversee the portfolio of Procurement projects, ensuring strategic alignment and effective prioritization.
• Build and nurture strategic partnerships with shared service departments at a leadership level. Advocate for Procurement priorities and ensure cross-departmental alignment by participating in executive-level discussions.
• Be a key driver in building a data-driven culture within the Procurement organization. Provide tools, frameworks, and training to empower team members to use analytics effectively while using insights to shape departmental strategy.
• Continuously monitor and review risk management practices to ensure they align with industry best practices and organizational objectives.
• Prepare and present project reports, status updates, and recommendations to senior management.
• Strategically allocate resources across projects based on skill sets and capacity. Identify development opportunities for team members through project assignments and build a pipeline of future leaders.
• Oversee the design and implementation of training programs for the Procurement organization, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and compliance requirements. Own content development while ensuring the training strategy supports team growth and operational excellence.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Advanced degree or certification (e.g., PMP, CIPS) is a plus.
• Proven experience (7+ years) in procurement, project management, or a related field with a focus on risk management and compliance.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, risk management principles, and audit practices.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate across departments.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with Senior Management.
• Strong facilitation skills.
• Strong communication, organization, and management skills.
• Strong time management and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

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 equity eligible.

SKILLS

• Written Communication.
• Oracle Communication.
• Change Management.
• Attention to Detail.

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