AMER Sourcing Lead
About The Position
JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way . 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. What this job involves: The AMER Sourcing Director leads commodity sourcing strategies across North and South America, managing a team of sourcing professionals to deliver transformative procurement solutions. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution, developing category plans, negotiating contracts, and driving cost efficiencies for JLL's facility and project management services. You'll collaborate with global sourcing teams and directly impact client satisfaction through innovative supplier relationships and operational excellence.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related discipline
- 5+ years of experience in Sourcing/Supply Chain field with team management experience
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Proven experience developing and negotiating supplier contracts
- Strong analytical capabilities to evaluate deals and pricing structures
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with internal and external stakeholders
- Demonstrated project management and process development skills
Nice To Haves
- Global sourcing experience across multiple regions
- Experience with e-commerce procurement initiatives
- Knowledge of supplier diversity program requirements
- Experience supporting facility management and project services
- Background in budget preparation and management across multiple countries
- Familiarity with cross-functional stakeholder team leadership
Responsibilities
- Manage and mentor a team of sourcing professionals across all sourcing activities and initiatives
- Develop comprehensive category plans with spend visibility, supplier summaries, and market insights
- Lead RFP/bid processes, contract negotiations, and supplier relationship management
- Coordinate with global regional Sourcing Leads to ensure program continuity and standardized reporting
- Conduct supplier performance reviews, manage scorecards, and ensure contract compliance
- Analyze price proposals and financial data to determine optimal pricing structures
- Partner with operations teams to support daily sourcing and supply chain activities
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
- Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
