Jll
Real Estate
StrategicSourcingManager
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“Strategic Sourcing Manager at Jll. Skills: strategic sourcing, negotiation, supplier relationship management, data analysis. Develops and implements category-specific sourcing strategies aligned with business needs and budget objectives. Identifies cost savings opportunities through market analysis, supplier consolidation, and process improvements. Conducts comprehensive supplier evaluations and competitive bid processes, including RFx (RFP, RFQ, RFI) development and management. Negotiates terms”
What You'll Achieve.
Optimize costs, improve supplier performance, and ensure reliable delivery of goods and services. Achieve optimal value and risk mitigation. Support organizational objectives.
Industry & Context.
analytical problem-solving; process improvements; data-driven decision making
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, finance, or related field. The position requires 5-7 years of progressive procurement or sourcing experience, preferably in facilities management, real estate, professional services, or related industries. Negotiation skills with demonstrated success achieving cost savings and favorable contract terms are essential. Proven experience managing strategic supplier relationships and conducting competitive sourcing processes is required. The role demands excellent analytical skills with proficiency in spend analysis and data-driven decision making. Project management capabilities including managing multiple concurrent initiatives are necessary. Proficiency with procurement systems, contract management platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) is expected. Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills are critical.
Nice to Have
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 is beneficial. Experience in global or multi-regional sourcing environments and familiarity with facilities management, real estate services, or corporate services procurement are valued.
What You'll Do.
Develops and implements category-specific sourcing strategies aligned with business needs and budget objectives.
Identifies cost savings opportunities through market analysis, supplier consolidation, and process improvements.
Conducts comprehensive supplier evaluations and competitive bid processes, including RFx (RFP, RFQ, RFI) development and management.
Negotiates terms, pricing, and service level agreements with suppliers to achieve optimal value and risk mitigation.
Manages supplier relationships throughout the contract lifecycle, monitoring performance against established KPIs and addressing performance issues or service gaps.
Collaborates with internal stakeholders including operations, finance, legal, and business unit leaders to understand requirements and align procurement activities with organizational goals.
Ensures compliance with procurement policies, contract terms, and applicable regulations while maintaining appropriate documentation and audit trails.
Analyzes spend data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks, leading cross-functional sourcing teams for complex initiatives, and developing supplier scorecards and performance metrics.
Stays current on market conditions, pricing trends, 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.
Communication Scope
communication
Process & Methodology
project management, managing multiple concurrent initiatives
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. **Position Overview** The Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and executing strategic sourcing initiatives to optimize costs, improve supplier performance, and ensure reliable delivery of goods and services. This role manages supplier relationships, leads competitive bidding processes, negotiates contracts, and drives continuous improvement in procurement operations to support organizational objectives. **Key Responsibilities** The Sourcing Manager develops and implements category-specific sourcing strategies aligned with business needs and budget objectives. They identify cost savings opportunities through market analysis, supplier consolidation, and process improvements. Responsibilities include conducting comprehensive supplier evaluations 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. The position manages supplier relationships throughout the contract lifecycle, monitoring performance against established KPIs and addressing performance issues or service gaps. The Sourcing Manager collaborates with internal stakeholders including operations, finance, legal, and business unit leaders to understand requirements and align procurement activities with organizational goals. They ensure compliance with procurement policies, cont
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