Logistics Project Manager (VMI)
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Job Location:
Overland Park, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
11 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Logistics Project Manager is responsible for implementing and controlling the management of materials between different QTS locations. The Logistics Project Manager will integrate and strategize with Strategic Procurement Project Managers and other internal customers to ensure material needs are met with various projects within QTS.
RESPONSIBILITIES other duties may be assigned.
Manage inventory tracking and shipping with 3rd party vendors to maximize efficiency in a timely and cost-effective manner
Develop facilitate and document processes to continually improve the organizations ability of transferring assets from one site to another within expected time frame for maximum efficiency
Develop manage and maintain effective 3rd party relationships with transportation carriers warehouses etc. to ensure execution of required business outcomes
Responsible for reporting on inventory levels supply chain progress and procedural efficiencies to ensure that supply chain needs are being properly achieved
Forecast equipment needs based on proposed business plan
Maintain a high level of knowledge and understanding of building types and how that drives equipment needs to guide design decisions
Proactively identify and facilitate resolution of unique equipment needs of each site while working closely with business groups to mitigate risks and issues to QTS
Develop write and establish logistics processes for Procurement Development department to optimize logistics/supply chain network
Create and communicate status updates to support efficient decision making
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors degree in business logistics systems engineering supply chain management or equivalent experience
Minimum of five years of experience in a similar role
Experience working with inventory management software and forecasting strategies
Experience conducting tracking and data analysis
Very strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience working in a Data Center or similar environment
Experience conducting tracking and data analysis
Experience working for or with Construction Management Firms
Experience working for or with Industrial Equipment Manufacturers
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Problem solving skills
Verbal and written communication
Organization and logistics skills
Strong attention to detail
Data analysis
Team oriented
Proactive critical thinking
Negotiation skills
Scheduling and time-management skills
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 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 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 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Shipping & Receiving
- Inventory Control
- Data Entry
- AS400
- Transportation Management Systems
- EDI
- Microsoft Outlook
- Warehouse Experience
- Office Experience
- Dispatching
- Microsoft Excel
- Logistics
About Company
QTS Realty Trust, LLC is a leading provider of data center solutions across a diverse footprint spanning more than 9 million square feet of owned mega scale data center space within North America and Europe. Through it's software-defined technology platform, QTS is able to deliver sec ... View more
