Manager, Strategic Sourcing

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Job description

About JLL -

We're JLL-a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 91,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That's why we're committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We're using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people and our communities.

Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we're honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.

Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we're headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all of the requirements below. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

OVERVIEW

Provide support of Integrated Facilities and Property Management clients and internal stakeholders related to optimization of JLL managed services operations and sourcing strategies.

Responsible for developing and delivering market, supplier and operational intelligence of services operations; Identifying and leading appropriate field resources to execute strategic initiatives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

* Be subject matter expert in support of JLL sourcing strategies, supplier relationships and program management, ensuring contracts and procurement standards are maintained throughout the portfolio
* Lead team of sourcing professionals to strategic outcomes.
* Closely participate in and with the client and JLL Sourcing and Facility Management teams to drive both immediate and sustained benefits to the client
* Develop annual sourcing initiatives that provide detailed service commodity strategies, identifying objectives, leveraged spend (in association with client sourcing and Jones Lang LaSalle commodity strategies), and milestone timelines
* Responsible for communication, coordination, and implementation of local and regional sourcing initiatives and contract negotiations to suppliers and operations team
* Lead the strategy development, contract negotiation, and contract execution process for complex service contracts as well as drive efficiency through continuous process improvement and creative cost savings initiatives
* Leverage expertise in developing contract language and negotiating with Suppliers on contract terms & conditions
* Manage complex databases, performs advanced analytics, and model potential outcomes in order to develop professional solutions and recommendations
* Support the Mergers & Acquisitions team with complex contract transfers adopted through M&A activity
* Be proactive and manage internal and external customer expectations
* Be proactive and seek continuous process improvement
* Establish relationship with Corporate Legal and Risk Management to ensure all contractual terms and conditions comply with standard or other contract changes are formally reviewed and approved by legal/risk management
* Develop, implement and maintain a supplier diversity program in accordance with client and company requirements. Mentor/educate suppliers through meetings
* Conduct Supplier Performance Review meetings and manage supplier scorecards, contract compliance and service obligations
* Support JLL e-commerce procurement initiatives
* Analyze supplier proposals, financial reports and other data to determine the reasonability of price and supplier's capabilities
* Establish work priorities, assign deliverables and resolve issues with Operations teams, temporary help and/or project-specific dedicated personnel to assure client satisfaction, customer satisfaction.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

* Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Business, Purchasing & Supply Chain Management 10+ years of strategic sourcing experience, and 3+ years of management experience
* MBA, preferred
* Experience supporting facilities services outsourcing, including critical environments and data centers, through procurement of goods and services
* Experience preparing and managing the RFP Process and experience negotiating contracts with suppliers, for both goods and services

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

* Excellent Inter-personal skills, Organization skills, Strong Analytical Ability, Proven ability to lead teams in a decentralized environment
* Hands-on role requiring willingness and ability to be both the strategist and tactician
* Expertise in Strategic Sourcing with demonstrated ability to manage change
* Excellent communication skills both oral and written
* Proven ability to deliver results, including cost savings, while maintaining contractual service levels
* Excellent PC skills, proficient in MS applications (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint)

Benefits:

JLL offers competitive wages and benefits to eligible employees, including:

* 401(k) plan
* Medical, Dental &Vision Insurance
* Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
* Executive Benefits
* Parental Leave Pay
* Short and Long Term Disability Leave

Compensation Range:

Salary up to $120K.

What you can expect from us

We succeed together and believe the best inspire the best, so we invest in supporting each other, learning together and celebrating our success.

Our Total Rewards program reflects our commitment to helping you achieve your career ambitions, recognizing your contributions, investing in your well-being and providing competitive benefits and pay.

We can't wait to see where your ambitions take you at JLL. Apply today!

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