[Hiring] Specialist - OSP Analyst @TDS

Role Description

As the Specialist - OSP Analyst, you will provide outside plant project support for a geographic area. This role will work closely with our internal and external partners supporting construction projects by:

• Monitoring and auditing the inbound shipments and utilization of materials.
• Maintaining inventory levels and ensuring accuracy in applicable tracking systems.
• Handling bill of materials and working with partners to ensure applicable receipt of construction materials with a high degree of accuracy.
• Providing administrative support to internal teams to track outside plant build status and milestones.
• Identifying process and system improvements for construction/material reporting.
• Supporting outside plant construction efforts.

This position has the ability to work remotely in any of the 40+ States in which TDS Telecom operates.

Qualifications

• Associates degree (or higher) -OR- 2+ years professional work experience.
• 1+ years of utility construction – AND/OR - engineering experience.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn new tools (i.e.: GIS, UTS, Clarity, etc.) as they are deployed.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Organized, self-motivated, detail-oriented, analytical, able to work with minimal supervision.
• SAP Experience/knowledge.
• 1+ years of telecommunications experience.
• Project Management experience/exposure.

Requirements

• Submits Bill of Materials (BOM) submissions required for construction project procurement.
• Tracks shipments and monitors damaged goods upon receipt.
• Utilizes internal GIS and material platforms to extract/submit BOMs, monitor utilization, and reconcile construction material quantities.
• Tracks usage and remaining inventory at storage location.
• Ensures inventory and usage tools are kept current (SAP, TPAT).
• Helps maintain appropriate inventory levels for applicable market and projects.
• Conducts cycle inventory counts and performs annual reconciliation as directed.
• Maintains records, documentation, and files critical to business and financial operations.
• Coordinates with internal teams for the disposal, transfer, or recycling of materials as needed.

Benefits

We believe in taking care of our team, which is why we offer comprehensive benefits to support your health, financial well-being, and overall happiness. Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to:

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Generous Vacation & Paid Sick Leave
• Seven Paid National Holidays & One Floating Holiday
• Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks after 12 months of employment)
• Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs

Associates working 30 or more hours per week additionally have access to:

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• TDS Service Discounts
• Education Assistance
• Paid Volunteer Time

In addition to these benefits, all associates will have the opportunity to participate in our Associate Resource Groups, which are designed to encourage community and facilitate professional development.