Sr Manager, Supply Chain Capital Planning
Ashburn, IL - 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.
Who You Are:
The Sr Manager Supply Chain Capital Planning is an executionfocused planning professional who may serve as a people leader depending on organizational design and team structure. This role is responsible for managing core capital planning activities across QTSs supply chain and long lead equipment multiyear program ensuring that planning inputs analyses and reporting outputs are accurate timely and aligned to enterprise standards while translating broader strategic direction into practical execution.
The role is focused on supply chain capital planning capital spend governance cash flow forecasting and reportingproviding the financial visibility needed to manage capital commitments purchase order activity invoice reporting and forecast accuracy so stakeholders can rely on timely decisionready information. Working under the guidance of the Director Capital Planning or Senior Director Capital Planning this role partners closely with Procurement Finance Accounting Development project controls and construction delivery to support planning cycles drive disciplined capital deployment and stronger controls and provide clear insight into how procurement activity translates into project delivery and financial performance. The Manager also plays a critical role in developing junior talent reinforcing planning discipline and ensuring the function can scale effectively as the portfolio grows.
What You Will Do:
- Manage execution of recurring supply chain capital planning workstreamsincluding data collection validation consolidation and reportingand lead preparation of portfolio level analyses on capital timing phasing variances and emerging risks to support planning and governance discussions.
- Lead and where applicable supervise analysts and associates responsible for capital planning deliverables translating planning priorities into structured workplans timelines and output expectations while coaching junior team members and building a strong bench of talent within the Capital Planning function.
- Lead governance for procurement capital spend including approval thresholds commitment tracking and alignment between capital plans purchase orders and invoice activity with controls for procurement cash flows and forecast to actual reporting across capital projects and procurement categories.
- Monitor commitments change orders and spending variances to identify issues early and support corrective action and support audit readiness and policy compliance by ensuring capital procurement data is complete auditable and aligned across ERP and reporting systems.
- Own procurement capital reporting outputscommitments spend invoice status cash flow timing forecast accuracy and cancellation liabilityand build and maintain reporting standards definitions and dashboards that provide a clear view of capital deployment by project category vendor and timeline.
- Partner with Procurement Accounting Finance Development and project teams to reconcile commitments to actuals resolve data gaps challenge assumptions and improve cash flow forecasting driving alignment between procurement platforms ERP tools and reporting data sets so leadership receives consistent decision ready information.
- Present procurement capital performance cash flow updates and reporting insights to senior leadership with clear commentary on risks trends and required actions and develop KPIs for procurement capital management such as committed versus approved spend forecast variance invoice cycle timing and reporting timeliness.
- Lead cross functional reviews to resolve reporting gaps improve source data quality and standardize capital procurement processes across teams and regions while driving adoption of planning templates tools governance routines and automation that improve repeatability transparency efficiency and analytical rigor.
What You Will Need to Be Successful:
- Bachelors degree in Business Finance Accounting Economics Real Estate Engineering or a related field.
- 8 years of progressive experience in capital planning development finance portfolio analysis project controls or related disciplines.
- Experience leading workstreams supervising analysts or associates or managing planning deliverables in a complex operating environment.
- Strong analytical and financial skills with experience building executive reporting dashboards and analytics that translate procurement and capital activity into clear recommendations and executiveready materials.
- Proficiency with ERP procurement and reporting tools with the ability to reconcile data across source systems and improve reporting integrity.
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate and influence crossfunctional stakeholders across Procurement Finance Accounting and Development manage priorities and improve process consistency in a matrixed environment.
Nice to Have:
- Experience in data center development real estate infrastructure energy or other asset-intensive industries.
- Familiarity with integrated business planning capital governance and portfolio-level reporting routines.
- Experience developing junior talent and building repeatable team processes in a fast-growing environment.
Other Key Skills:
- Ability to manage planning deliverables with discipline while balancing speed accuracy and stakeholder needs.
- Ability to lead teams and workstreams effectively while building trust and credibility across crossfunctional partners.
- Ability to strengthen planning rigor process consistency governance compliance and data quality across a growing capital planning function.
- Advanced analytical problemsolving and communication skills with the ability to present complex procurement and capital data as clear financial insights.
In accordance with applicable law the following represents a reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation for this role if hired in Virginia. Please note that this information is provided for those hired in Virginia only and this role is open to candidates outside of Virginia with compensation that aligns with your location. The successful candidates starting salary will be determined based on permissible non-discriminatory factors such as skills experience and geographic location.
The estimated pay range for this role if based in Virginia is:
$156292.50 - 239012.91Please note that this information is provided for those hired in Virginia only and this role is open to candidates outside of Virginia with compensation that aligns with your location. The successful candidates starting salary will be determined based on permissible non-discriminatory factors such as skills experience and geographic location.
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:
Manager
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