Senior Director, PDS Sourcing

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• Strategic Leadership & Portfolio Management Lead strategic sourcing excellence for Project Delivery Services (PDS) across multiple regions, driving enterprise-wide optimization of JLL managed services operations and sourcing strategies throughout the US. Establish vision and set strategic direction for sourcing initiatives aligned with corporate objectives and client business outcomes.
• Enterprise Sourcing Strategy & Innovation Own and execute comprehensive PDS strategic sourcing strategies by pioneering innovative approaches that optimize total cost of ownership across client portfolios and complex multi-site projects. Architect sourcing frameworks that balance cost efficiency, quality, risk mitigation, and supplier performance to deliver measurable business value.
• Organizational Development & Cross-Functional Leadership Transform and scale the PDS strategic sourcing organization through executive-level collaboration with corporate sourcing, project management, operations, and business development teams. Champion process innovation through strategic deployment of technology platforms, analytics tools, and communication frameworks that enhance organizational capability and drive productivity gains across account and project teams.
• Data-Driven Decision Making & Market Intelligence Leverage advanced category intelligence, predictive analytics, and comprehensive market data—including capital planning cycles and demand forecasting—to formulate sourcing strategies, inform investment decisions, and deliver quantifiable business results. Develop executive-level reporting and insights that drive strategic planning and operational excellence.
• Supplier Ecosystem & Partnership Development Advance and govern the preferred supplier program within PDS, demonstrating the strategic value proposition of JLL's market scale, supply chain leverage, and supplier partnerships. Cultivate executive relationships with key strategic suppliers to drive innovation, competitive advantage, and mutual value creation.
• Governance & Operational Excellence Provide strategic oversight and operational management of RFP/bid processes, contract negotiations, and supplier management frameworks for subcontracted goods and services across the enterprise. Proactively manage stakeholder expectations, anticipate business needs, and ensure alignment between sourcing activities and organizational objectives.
• Risk Management & Compliance Leadership Ensure enterprise-wide adherence to JLL's sourcing policies, contracting standards, risk management protocols, and ethical guidelines. Establish governance frameworks that protect organizational interests while enabling business agility.
• Legal & Risk Partnership Maintain executive-level partnerships with Corporate Legal and Risk Management to ensure all contractual instruments, terms, and conditions comply with corporate standards. Lead contract review processes and drive continuous improvement in contracting practices, risk mitigation strategies, and legal compliance frameworks.
• Team Leadership & Resource Optimization Establish strategic priorities, allocate resources effectively, and provide leadership direction to Operations teams, extended workforce, and project-specific personnel. Build high-performing teams that consistently deliver exceptional client and customer satisfaction while meeting business objectives.
• Diversity, Equity & Supplier Development Champion diversity and inclusion programs aligned with client requirements and corporate commitments. Lead supplier diversity initiatives,…