Procurement Operations Analyst

Procurement Operations Analyst

At QTS Data Centers, we are proud to stand at the forefront of today's dynamic digital transformation. Our world-class data centers empower our customers' most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us as a global leader in digital infrastructure. As AI and cloud technologies fuel the demand for increased speed, capacity, and innovation, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader. We are committed to connecting the globe for good. Driven by purpose and a spirit of innovation, we design, build, and operate some of the most advanced data centers worldwide. In addition to our cutting-edge technology, we are dedicated to sustainability, incorporating renewable energy solutions to minimize our environmental footprint and drive meaningful impact. As a proud portfolio company of Blackstone, QTS is uniquely positioned to achieve ambitious growth and innovation goals.

At QTS, we are Powered by People. Our team members are the cornerstone of our culture, innovation, and growth. They are mission-driven, resourceful, and committed to making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. Together, we're achieving remarkable things and shaping the future of digital infrastructure.

And we'd like to invite you to join us.

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 for primary and secondary caregivers
• Military Benefits Package
• QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program
• QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents
• QTS Crisis Fund
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

The Procurement Operations Analyst supports the QTS Procurement organization in managing supplier relationships, purchase order execution, and the procurement of long-lead time capital equipment. This role focuses on Oracle ERP procurement activities and serves as a key liaison between the Capital Equipment and Supply Chain teams to ensure timely material availability for data center construction and operations projects.

The individual in this role serves as a central point of contact for Oracle-related procurement processes, ensuring data accuracy, operational efficiency, and compliance across all purchasing activities.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Procurement organization by performing daily purchasing activities within Oracle ERP, including review, modification, and approval of blanket purchase agreements, purchase orders, and requisitions.
• Maintain ownership of assigned spend categories supporting the Capital Equipment Procurement (CEP) team, managing vendor relationships, purchase execution, and sourcing activities.
• Partner with the Capital Equipment and Supply Chain teams to ensure accurate forecasting, timely order placement, and on-time receipt of long-lead time materials and equipment.
• Participate in vendor calls to support purchasing discussions, system clarification, and issue resolution related to Oracle POs, invoicing, or supplier enablement.
• Assist Category Sourcing teams in the execution of contracts for capital equipment and related services.
• Ensure data accuracy and compliance in Oracle for supplier setup, part numbers, and inventory transactions.
• Act as a data steward for procurement and inventory data, ensuring accuracy and reliability for analytics and reporting.
• Partner with Accounts Payable to ensure timely resolution of payment and receiving discrepancies.
• Assist QTS employees with understanding and adhering to procurement processes, including system usage, purchasing policies, and approval workflows.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Engineering, Business Administration, Operations, Finance, or related field.
• Two or more years of relevant experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Sourcing.
• Experience with Oracle ERP (Oracle Cloud, EBS, or Fusion) preferred.
• Experience in capital equipment procurement and coordination with warehouse or logistics teams preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional coordination.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and related data tools for procurement analysis and reporting.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with internal teams, suppliers, and system users.
• Comfortable representing Procurement on vendor calls and providing system-related guidance.

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.

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.