Operations Analyst III – Contract Operations Analyst
Duluth, MN - USA
Job Summary
As a global leader in digital infrastructure QTS designs builds andoperatesadvanced data centers that support strategic AIcloudand digital transformation are driven by a mission to connect the world forgoodand our people make it possible. Every single day thecreativitydedicationand genuine care for our communitiesare what push us forward and make this atrulyspecial place to be.
The Procurement Operations Analyst will partner with Technology Procurement Legal Accounts Payable suppliers and business stakeholders to support procurement processes supplier onboarding contract execution reporting and issue resolution. The ideal candidate is analytical organized relationship-focused and comfortable working across enterprise systems to deliver accurate data improved processes and strong stakeholder support.
- Support Technology Procurement and Legal teams through business procurement and legal processes using enterprise systems.
- Review modify and approve service orders and Master Service Agreements to ensure alignment with legal procurement and business requirements.
- Assist Category Sourcing with the execution of service agreements contracts and supplier documentation.
- Identify and implement process improvements that reduce risk increase efficiency and support strong compliance standards.
- Support the onboarding and ongoing management of telecommunications suppliers.
- Serve as a data steward for procurement and inventory data ensuring information is accurate complete and usable for analysis.
- Conduct research and analysis using relevant systems to translate raw data into actionable insights for business decision-making.
- Provide ad hoc reporting and research related to vendor contractual commitments and service-level agreement enforcement.
- Support supplier savings tracking business updates vendor audits reporting and special projects.
- Partner with Accounts Payable suppliers and internal teams to resolve payment-related issues in a timely manner.
- Help employees understand procurement processes system usage policies and approval workflows.
- Serve as a liaison between the Technology and Procurement organizations to improve coordination and execution.
- Bachelors degree in Engineering Business Administration Management Operations Procurement Supply Chain or a related field.
- Two or more years of relevant experience in sourcing procurement supply chain account management supplier management or another role requiring strong relationship building and stakeholder support.
- Experience with or understanding of telecommunications providers networks and products.
- Strong analytical critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- High attention to detail with the ability to prioritize multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency using Microsoft Excel and enterprise systems to analyze data prepare reports and support business decisions.
- Excellent written verbal and presentation skills.
- Strong business acumen and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships resolve conflicts and support change management initiatives.
- Self-motivated goal-oriented and curious with a continuous improvement mindset.
This role is eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes medical dental vision life and disability insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; an employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship opportunities for dependents; a wellness program; and other company benefits. This position is equity eligible.
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 Paid Volunteer Days Plus Floating Holidays
- Stock Purchase Plan (SPP)
- 11 paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked
- Pet and Legal Insurance
- Q-Rest Sabbatical Program
- Q-Anniversary Service Award Program
- Parental Leave
- Military Benefits Package
- QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program
- QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents
- QTS Crisis Fund
- Wellness Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
QTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Learn more: Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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
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