Twitter Internship – Sourcing and Supply Chain Specialist In Overland Park
<h2 class=”mt5 t-20 t-bold mb4″>About the job</h2>
<p><strong><u>Company Description</u></strong></p>
<p>Twitter is what’s happening and what people are talking about right now. For us, life’s not about a job, it’s about purpose. We believe real change starts with conversation. Here, your voice matters. Come as you are and together we’ll do what’s right (not what’s easy) to serve the public conversation.</p>
<p><strong><u>Job Description</u></strong></p>
<p>As a Supply Chain Specialist, you will collaborate with Vendor Management, Hardware Engineering, Network Engineering and Mission Control Engineering (MCE) in managing purchase requests, tracking of delivery status, providing rack and component delivery guidance to data center teams and manage Invoices on hold. You will also handle sourcing requests for capacity deployment for Twitter’s growing hardware fleet. The specific responsibilities include,</p>
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<li>Create Purchase Requisitions for data center hardware and services; solving issues with Oracle IT/Procurement; support month-end inventory close –</li>
<li>Follow-up with suppliers on purchase order delivery status; address delivery discrepancies and documentation; provide weekly supply updates to Demand team on server deliveries –</li>
<li>Resolve purchase order invoice issues with suppliers and Accounts Payable</li>
<li>Oversee items delivered to the datacenter are received in Oracle</li>
<li>Implement process improvements and automation where necessary to reduce cycle time from request to purchase order.</li>
<li>Manage internal customer requests for requisition, and track all steps within the workflow up to receipt in Oracle.</li>
<li>Work with network and datacenter teams on tracking delivery to the Point of Presence (POP)</li>
<li>Manage and work with Fixed Assets team to coordinate with 3rd party vendor resources for out Point of Presence (POP) location logistics of shipments to/from POPs as well as various logistics needs</li>
<li>Lead data analysis including service renewals and cost updates</li>
<li>Maintain & publish business metrics for data center server and network hardware purchases –</li>
<li>Review buy requirements and purchase order status at vendor operations meetings –</li>
<li>Develop and maintain accurate and complete standard operating procedures</li>
<li>Create part numbers for new items in Oracle, making sure the proper part number taxonomy is followed.</li>
<li>Support MCE Team with CapEx and OpEx purchase requests for power utilization, rent and other miscellaneous requests.</li>
<li>Manage your quarterly and year’s goals and operational key results.</li>
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<p><strong><u>Qualifications<br />
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<li>4+ years of experience working in Supply Chain or equivalent logistics/ purchasing/sourcing roles</li>
<li>2+ years of experience working with Advanced Excel reports.</li>
<li>Well organized and detail oriented</li>
<li>Educational Background Engineering or BS College Degree or equivalent OR 4 additional years of experience in lieu of a degree.</li>
<li>Strong verbal and written communication skills</li>
<li>A quick learner and self-starter in a fast paced subject-to change environment</li>
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<p><strong><u>Preferred Requirements<br />
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<li>Experience working with vendors within the Data Center, Telecommunications or Hardware Commodity industries</li>
<li>Working knowledge with networking concepts, Points of Presence (POPs) as well as routers and switching hardware is preferred.</li>
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<p>Additional Information</p>
<p>We are committed to an inclusive and diverse Twitter. Twitter is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any legally protected status.</p>
<p>San Francisco applicants Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.</p>
<p><u>Notice (Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act)</u></p>
<p>The expected salary range for this role to be performed in Colorado is USD$167,000.00 – USD$234,000.00. Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. This range may be modified in the future. This job is also eligible for participation in Twitter’s Performance Bonus Plan and Equity Incentive Plan subject to the terms of the applicable plans and policies.</p>
<p>Twitter offers a wide range of benefits to U.S.-based employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) program with employer match, generous time off for vacation, sick time, and parental leave. Twitter’s benefits prioritize employee wellness and progressive support to our diverse workforce.</p>
