Jll

SeniorSourcingSpecialist

$135–153k Austin, Texas, United States FULL TIME
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HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Senior Sourcing Specialist at Jll. Skills: strategic vendor management, sourcing strategies, negotiations, RFP processes, supplier relationship management, spend analysis, data-driven decision making. develops and implements category-specific sourcing strategies aligned with business needs and budget objectives. Conduct comprehensive spend analysis and market research to identify consolidation opportunities, cost savings, and process improvements”

What You'll Achieve.

identify consolidation opportunities, cost savings, and process improvements; achieve optimal value and risk mitigation; deliver transformational value through innovative procurement solutions; monitoring performance against established KPIs and addressing performance issues or service gaps; align procurement activities with organizational goals; achieving cost savings and favorable contract terms

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

analytical problem-solving abilities

Eligibility Requirements

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, occasional travel to supplier sites, company locations, or industry events

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

at least 5 years of progressive procurement or sourcing experience, negotiation skills with demonstrated success achieving cost savings and favorable contract terms, Proven experience managing strategic supplier relationships and conducting competitive sourcing processes, excellent analytical skills with proficiency in spend analysis and data-driven decision making, Ability to manage multiple strategic initiatives simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and quality, Proficiency with procurement systems, contract management platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Intermediate/Expert in Excel), Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills, understanding of contract law, risk management, and procurement best practices, understanding of contract law, commercial terms, and risk management principles, familiar with legal aspects of contracting including reading and interpreting contracts and related documentation, ability to prepare amendments, and ability to explain to stakeholders the specifics of the contracts

Nice to Have

Bilingual English/Spanish fluency, professional certifications such as CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager), CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management), or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional), Experience with e-procurement platforms and sourcing tools, knowledge of sustainability and responsible sourcing practices, Experience in global or multi-regional sourcing environments, familiarity with facilities management, real estate services, or corporate services procurement, Advanced experience in cost savings and direct negotiations, Knowledge of quality and compliance for GxP spaces

What You'll Do.

develops and implements category-specific sourcing strategies aligned with business needs and budget objectives

Conduct comprehensive spend analysis and market research to identify consolidation opportunities

and process improvements

conducting comprehensive supplier business reviews and competitive bid processes

RFI) development and management

and service level agreements with suppliers to achieve optimal value and risk mitigation

Present strategic recommendations and business cases to executive leadership with compelling narratives supported by rigorous financial and qualitative analysis

manages supplier relationships throughout the contract lifecycle

monitoring performance against established KPIs and addressing performance issues or service gaps

ensures compliance with procurement policies

and applicable regulations while maintaining appropriate documentation and audit trails

Contribute to the development of procurement standards

and training materials

Represent the procurement function on strategic initiatives and task forces requiring Sourcing expertise

analyzing spend data to identify trends

leading cross-functional sourcing teams for complex initiatives

developing supplier scorecards and performance metrics

staying current on market conditions

and industry best practices to inform sourcing decisions

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborates with internal stakeholders including operations, finance, legal, and business unit leaders to understand requirements and align procurement activities with organizational goals; leading cross-functional sourcing teams for complex initiatives; relationship building across diverse stakeholder groups

Communication Scope

Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills; Present strategic recommendations and business cases to executive leadership with compelling narratives; ability to explain to stakeholders the specifics of the contracts

Process & Methodology

Ability to manage multiple strategic initiatives simultaneously

Full Job Description

**JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way**. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. **Senior Sourcing Specialist** **Position Overview** JLL is seeking a highly experienced Senior Sourcing Specialist to join our procurement team. This role will drive strategic vendor management, develop sophisticated sourcing strategies, lead high-stakes negotiations, and oversee complex RFP processes across multiple categories. The ideal candidate will serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, mentor junior team members, and deliver transformational value through innovative procurement solutions for Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) across a global Life Sciences/Biopharma/Manufacturing client. **Key Responsibilities** The Senior Sourcing Specialist develops and implements category-specific sourcing strategies aligned with business needs and budget objectives. Conduct comprehensive spend analysis and market research to identify consolidation opportunities, cost savings, and process improvements. Responsibilities include conducting comprehensive supplier business reviews and competitive bid processes, including RFx (RFP, RFQ, RFI) development and management. The role involves negotiating terms, pricing, and service level agreements with suppliers to achieve optimal value and risk mitigation. Present strategic recommendations and business cases to executive leadership with compelling narratives supported by rigorous financial and qualitative analysis. The position manages supplier relationships th

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