Group Sourcing Lead

JLL • Chicago, IL

3d • $135,000 - $155,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Group Sourcing Lead oversees sourcing and procurement for 10–25 Financial Services client accounts, working with S&P leadership, account leadership, clients, and cross-functional partners. The role leads a high-performing sourcing and procurement team, manages client expectations and deliverables, and drives immediate and sustained value for clients and JLL through global program implementation, operational excellence, and account-level KPIs.

The position owns development and execution of global sourcing plans, compliance and controls, sourcing strategies, supplier performance, and the use of sourcing technology. It also partners with operations on standardized sourcing and contracting processes and uses analytical methods to monitor savings and sourcing effectiveness. The lead builds and develops teams, supports career growth, fosters an inclusive and collaborative culture, and establishes strong client and stakeholder relationships.

This is a remote position based in Charlotte, North Carolina, or Chicago, Illinois, with the ability to work from a home office and at client locations. Travel within the United States is approximately 25%. The position does not provide visa sponsorship; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Expected compensation is $135,000–$155,000 per year, with final compensation based on factors including qualifications, location, and market conditions.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of strategic sourcing experience for services or indirect categories related to facilities services is highly desired.
• People management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree; Business or Supply Chain Management preferred.
• Excellent PC skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• E-procurement experience.
• Willingness to travel within the United States, approximately 25%.
• Ability to work remotely from a home office and at client locations.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• MBA.
• CPM, CPSM, or CPSD certification.
• E-procurement experience with Jaggaer preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a high-performing sourcing and procurement team supporting 10–25 Financial Services client accounts.
• Manage, mentor, recruit, develop, rotate, and retain sourcing and procurement professionals; coach employees on performance and career development.
• Work with S&P leadership, account leadership, clients, and cross-functional partners to manage expectations and deliverables.
• Implement global S&P programs, monitor progress, maintain operational excellence, and meet account-level KPIs and goals.
• Oversee development and execution of annual global sourcing plans in partnership with the business.
• Identify client and stakeholder risks and opportunities and recommend strategies to achieve company goals while mitigating risk.
• Own global sourcing compliance and controls, and identify improvement opportunities with functional leaders.
• Ensure sourcing technology tools are leveraged across accounts.
• Partner with operations teams to support standardized RFP, bid, and contracting processes through management, instruction, and follow-up.
• Develop analytical methods to track savings, supplier performance, and sourcing effectiveness, and communicate results to the business.
• Lead and participate in client meetings and strategy sessions; align client sourcing plans with objectives.
• Build and maintain relationships with client and internal stakeholders, including Account Directors, FM Leads, Operations Leads, Finance Directors, Corporate Legal, and Risk Management.
• Provide strategic vision for sourcing, including best practices and innovation; develop sourcing strategies and manage suppliers and internal networks to deliver strong account performance.
• Ensure contractual terms and changes are reviewed and approved by legal or risk management as appropriate.
• Continually assess suppliers through the established supplier performance management program.
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative, client-centered culture and lead effectively across a complex matrix organization.
• Travel within the United States approximately 25% of the time.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care.
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay.
• Supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package prioritizing mental, physical, and emotional health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager