Global Category Manager - Fleet

JLL•Washington, DC

2d•$150,000 - $180,000•Remote

About The Position

JLL is seeking a Global Category Manager to lead sourcing and project delivery within the Fleet category. This role, part of the Corporate Procurement team, will collaborate with JLL business leaders and the Global Category Director for Travel & Fleet to define strategies and achieve sourcing benefits. Operating globally, the position will manage various projects for JLL's fleet of over 4,000 vehicles worldwide. A significant focus will be supporting the transition of the commercial vehicle fleet to electric vehicles as part of JLL's commitment to a zero-emission fleet, alongside other fleet optimization and procurement activities, all in adherence to JLL standards and practices.

Requirements

Deep Fleet procurement expertise managing complex, global Fleet categories including vehicles, leasing, fuel management, maintenance, insurance, and telematics.
Manage large-scale global RFPs across multiple regions, ensuring alignment with business requirements and procurement best practice.
Strong understanding of Fleet total cost of ownership models, lifecycle management, and fleet optimization strategies.
Knowledge of global Fleet markets, manufacturers, leasing companies, and service providers.
Experience with fleet sustainability initiatives, including electric vehicles, alternative fuels, or emissions reduction programmes.
Working knowledge of ESG principles, emissions reporting, and sustainability considerations.
At least 5-7 years of Sourcing and Procurement experience with significant focus on Fleet category.
Experience managing large-scale procurement or transformation programmes.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and analytical abilities.
Ability to work globally across multiple regions and business units.
Strong procurement technical expertise with proven track record in strategic sourcing and global RFPs.
Excellent communication skills with ability to influence senior stakeholders.
Collaborative style with focus on teamwork and cross-functional partnership.
Proven ability to deliver results and drive change in complex, matrixed organizations.
Strong project management capabilities to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
Proficient in MS applications with ability to work with large data sets and build reports.
Experience with fleet management systems.
Flexibility to deal with projects in different time zones.
Bachelor's degree, ISM accreditation, or exceptional career progression to date.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Proven experience in electric vehicle fleet transition and fleet electrification programmes would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

Undertake the sourcing, negotiation, and contract of JLL business requirements on a global basis for the Fleet category.
Support the strategic transformation of JLL's fleet of 4,000+ vehicles globally, including the transition to electric vehicles to support JLL's Net Zero goals.
Forge and develop key strategic relationships with Fleet suppliers, vehicle manufacturers, leasing companies, fuel/energy suppliers, and service providers on behalf of JLL, ensuring long-term mutually beneficial and ethical partnerships while providing the business with access to supplier innovation.
Provide expert advice and guidance to JLL Business leaders on Fleet management, procurement strategies, total cost of ownership, and sustainability outcomes.
Ensure that all sourcing is undertaken in line with the overall category approach and procurement best practice.
Lead complex global and regional sourcing initiatives in fleet, including supplier selection, commercial negotiations, and contract structuring for critical, high-value arrangements.
Manage large-scale global RFPs across multiple regions, ensuring alignment with business requirements and procurement best practice.
Deliver financial targets and identify opportunities to optimize fleet total cost of ownership.
Manage procurement events, RFP processes, bid analysis, contract approvals, savings reporting, and compliance.
Rationalize supply base and develop strategic supply partner framework, maintaining senior-level supplier relationships.
Optimize fleet utilization, right-sizing, and vehicle lifecycle management.
Develop and implement fleet policies, standards, and best practices globally.
Support transition of JLL's fleet towards lower-emission and zero-emission vehicles, developing transition roadmaps aligned with business requirements.
Execute sourcing strategies for alternative fuel vehicles, electric vehicles, charging infrastructure, and energy supply requirements.
Lead emissions data collection and reporting to support JLL's ESG and regulatory requirements.
Partner with ESG leaders to deliver strategies supporting JLL's sustainability commitments.
Track and report on Net Zero fleet objectives and emissions reduction metrics.
Monitor market developments, government incentives, regulations, and emerging technologies.
Act as trusted advisor to Business Line COOs and senior stakeholders on Fleet strategy, performance, costs, and risks.
Build cross-functional partnerships with Finance, ESG, Legal, Risk and Technology.
Establish supplier governance, performance management, and risk mitigation frameworks.
Prepare high-quality papers and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
Ensure ethical standards and Global Procurement policy compliance.