Supply Chain Operations Analyst

QTS Realty Trust; Kansas; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

QTS Data Centers is expanding its supply chain capabilities to support rapid growth. The Delivery Project Manager will lead upstream logistics, coordinating with vendors, warehouses, and project sites nationwide to ensure timely equipment delivery and accurate tracking.

Success requires strong emotional intelligence, stakeholder influence, and the ability to thrive in a fast-moving environment across multiple time zones in the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain, or related field.
• Experience in planning, logistics, or supply chain management with inbound/outbound operations.
• Proficiency in Oracle suite and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Generate orders (transfer, inbound, outbound) and coordinate with warehouse personnel.
• Track shipments and communicate updates to stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Coordinate inventory, allocations, and supplier/site needs to meet schedules.
• Identify risks and adjust equipment allocations at a program level.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain, or related field

Tools

Oracle

Microsoft Office

Palantir

Tableau

Job description

Who we are: As a global leader in digital infrastructure, QTS designs, builds and operates advanced data centers that support strategic AI, cloud and digital transformation initiatives. We are driven by a mission to connect the world for good and our people make it possible. Every single day, the creativity, dedication and genuine care for our communities are what push us forward and make this a truly special place to be.

SUMMARY QTS Data Centers is building out its supply chain capabilities to better support rapid growth. The Delivery Project Manager will be a key member of the upstream supply chain team, managing the connection points between our vendors, our warehouse network, and our project sites across the country. We are seeking a Logistics to lead the coordination, execution, and management of Systemic equipment delivery for projects. Collaborating closely with suppliers, internal teams, and onsite personnel, you will ensure the timely delivery, accurate tracking, and resolution of any logistical issues related to equipment procurement. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring project success by effectively managing the logistics of equipment delivery and allocation. Being effective in this role requires a highly resourceful individual who thrives in a fast-moving, complex environment requiring strong emotional intelligence and self-motivation. The ability to influence & energize a diverse set of stakeholders towards a common goal will be a key factor for success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Generate Orders (Transfer, inbound, outbound) to flow to warehouse personnel for completion inside Oracle system.
• Coordinate with upstream and project site leaders to ensure accuracy of material being requested and order planning as gauged against existing, inbound, and reserved inventory in Oracle.
• Ensure accurate tracking of shipments by sites.
• Track shipments and communicate updates to relevant stakeholders, proactively addressing any issues or discrepancies.
• Coordinate with the onsite teams to understand their equipment needs by specified dates and validate them against current ship dates and inventory reservations in Oracle.
• Identify risks and potential delays in equipment delivery and communicate them to senior leadership for evaluation.
• Assist senior leadership in evaluating and adjusting equipment allocations at a program level, based on identified risks and priorities.
• Coordinate business process documentation inside Oracle and improvement strategies with internal stakeholders, process owners, and subject matter experts.
• Establish business metrics and reports to monitor and improve equipment delivery.
• Analyze project requirements, bills of materials (BOMs), and customer specifications to transform, configure, stage, kit, and allocate inventory to meet project-specific deployment needs.
• Coordinate inventory modifications, repackaging, relabeling, serialization validation, and material consolidation activities to ensure project readiness prior to shipment creation.
• Validate inventory accuracy, availability, and compliance with project requirements while resolving material discrepancies and shortages.
• Collaborate with project teams, procurement, warehouse operations, and logistics partners to align inventory with scheduled deployment dates and customer requirements.
• Manage inventory staging and allocation processes to ensure materials are properly configured, documented, and prepared before shipment release.
• Review and adjust inventory structures to optimize fulfillment efficiency, minimize shipment errors, and support successful project execution.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain, or related field preferred.
• Previous experience in planning, logistics, or supply chain management, with a focus on managing inbound and/or outbound operations.
• Proficiency in Oracle suite.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in Palantir and Tableau.
• Experience or familiarity with data center design and construction is advantageous.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment, adapting to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Ability to work with multiple sites in differing time zones.

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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