Vice President, Strategy

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Who We Are It's pretty exciting, to find yourself standing in a pivotal moment in time. It’s even more exciting to be out front leading it. At QTS, our world-class data centers are supporting our customers most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital transformation. As AI and cloud drive the demand for increased speed, capacity and capability, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds and operates some of the world’s most advanced, forward-thinking data centers. QTS is a portfolio company of Blackstone. QTS is Powered by People. People who play a vital role in our company’s culture, innovation and growth. People who are committed to contributing to the communities where we operate and work. People who are knowledgeable, resourceful and mission driven. Together, we do great things. Who You Are & The Impact You Will Have The Vice President, Strategy and Planning will serve as a strategic partner to the Global Business Support Services leadership team. This role is responsible for shaping long-term technology strategy, aligning with enterprise planning, driving performance management (KPIs, OKRs, metrics), and leading executive-level communications and business reviews. The role requires a strong presence, analytical rigor, and the ability to translate complex strategies into compelling narratives for senior stakeholders. As a key member of the Business Support Services leadership team, the VP will contribute to the broader business and technology strategy as both a thought leader and an operational driver. The VP will lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with senior leadership to embed demand management, agile principles, organizational change management, and enterprise architecture. The VP will report directly to the EVP of Technology. The ideal candidate will have a strategic mindset and entrepreneurial drive enabling them to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. What You Will Do Strategic Leadership & Vision Lead enterprise prioritization to ensure technology meets growing enterprise business requirements. Define processes for technology to manage roadmaps, complex business problems, and enterprise architecture. Enterprise Architecture Define and implement processes for architecture practices and governance. Lead the delivery and maintenance of the key Enterprise Architecture artifacts and repository. Establishment and maintenance of technology capabilities across the enterprise. Architectural leadership in the resolutions of inter-program and inter-project dependencies. Demand & Portfolio Management Lead development of resource and capacity management processes that align with resource and value requirements. Define long-term resource needs in collaboration with technology and business teams. Build modeling for staffing, budgeting, and financial management, ensuring alignment with engineering and company goals. Define, align, and measure performance metrics and OKRs to achieve organizational long-term strategies. Lead prioritization of technology initiatives across the organization to drive optimal value. Organizational Change Management Lead the integration of a comprehensive organizational change management framework into our program management approach, that can be tailored to specific technology initiatives as required. Design and implement detailed change management plans that address communication, training, stakeholder engagement, and readiness activities to ensure successful adoption. Team Leadership & Development Lead and mentor a high-performing team of Directors and Managers. Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. Build organizational capabilities in data management through strategic hiring, training, and development initiatives. What You Will Need to be Successful Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree in Business, Technology, or related field preferred. Fifteen or more years of experience in technology strategy, performance management, or enterprise planning roles. Proven track record of leading strategic planning and performance management in a global, matrixed organization. Exceptional communication and storytelling skills, with experience preparing materials for C-level audiences. Strong analytical and financial acumen, with the ability to synthesize data into actionable insights. Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing without authority. Strong organizational skills to manage deadlines, communicate strategy, and ensure readiness for strategic objectives. Structured and methodical, yet adaptable to changing needs and innovation. Experience working across diverse teams and enabling change. Deep understanding of technology trends, digital transformation, and innovation frameworks. Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving clarity in complex environments. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word), Smartsheet, and performance dashboards. Comfortable working across global, hybrid, and virtual teams. US Citizenship for this position is required by law due to federal customer contracts. The Perks (and these are just a few) QRest Sabbatical Employee Stock Purchase QTS scholarship for dependents Eagle Club award trip eligibility Paid volunteer days Tuition assistance, parental leave, and military leave assistance 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. The "Know Your Rights" Poster is included here:Know Your Rights (English)Know Your Rights (Spanish)QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. 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