Manager, Strategic Sourcing

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Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies 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.

• Team Lead - managing multiple accounts and direct reports.
• The position interfaces with key internal and external clients to obtain their sponsorship, understand their sourcing needs, perform market research, devise sourcing strategies, lead supplier selection process (e.g., competitive bidding, partnership development, consolidation/reducing complexities of the buy, etc.) and negotiate agreements.
• Develop sourcing strategies within assigned category. This includes analyzing category spend to understand current state, obtaining business requirements from key internal and external clients, identifying and leading cross-functional teams, conducting market research, and creating a sourcing strategy from these elements of due diligence.
• Execution of sourcing strategies. This includes identifying and leading cross-functional stakeholder teams, developing and managing the sourcing events (RFX’s), and performing all business-related functions of the sourcing initiative, negotiating contracts, etc.
• Supplier relationship management. This includes development and tracking of key performance indicators for the category of spend, facilitating strategic supplier business meetings that drive adherence to contractual agreements, continuous improvement, innovation and partnership.
• Partner with operations team by providing management, detailed instruction and continuous follow-up to support the operations teams in daily sourcing and supply chain related activities. Be proactive and manage internal and external customer expectations.
• Ensure contracting and procurement standards are maintained throughout the portfolio and across business lines.
• Support service lines in the preparation and management of budgets.

• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Project or Power Project, Excel, Word, Outlook
• 5 plus years of experience in Sourcing/Supply Chain field
• Experience negotiating contracts
• Strong analytical capabilities to evaluate deals and understand what fair and optimal pricing structures are
• Experience in developing and negotiating contracts with suppliers
• Ability to communicate effectively with business unit clients, internal and external;
  Excellent presentation skills
• Ability to develop, enhance and execute on processes and procedures; regularly contributes to development of new or enhancement of existing business process methodologies and tools.
• Strong project management skills
• An understanding of the roles of managing suppliers and the interaction between the services they provide and the internal team
• Excellent planning, organization, delivery skills and comfortable in high pressure situations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and effective communication to work successfully with a range of stakeholders including consultants, contractors, customers and staff
• Leadership Skills for managing contractors, subcontractors and consultants to meet clear deadlines

–  USD per year

The total compensation range is an estimate and not guaranteed. An employment offer is based on an applicant's education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity and alignment with market data.

Remote –Atlanta, GA, Austin, TX, Charlotte, NC, Chicago, IL, Columbus, OH, New York, NY

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

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