PDS Sourcing & Procurement Lead

JLL • Chicago, IL

14h • Remote

About The Position

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way . Our people at JLL 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. PDS Sourcing & Procurement Lead - What this job involves The Project and Development Services (PDS) Sourcing & Procurement Lead will lead, manage and direct the strategic sourcing and vendor management processes for PDS to achieve company, business, account, and client goals, including project assessment, strategy development, supplier evaluation and negotiation of terms to meet quality, cost, performance, and supplier diversity targets. This individual will lead the Sourcing & Procurement (S&P) PDS teams to develop sourcing strategies, supplier communications, request for proposals (and related due diligence), cost analytics, category strategies, supply market analysis, deal strategy, pricing strategy, deal negotiations (contract terms and conditions, scopes of work, pricing, service levels, etc.), contract development, and contract administration. The Sourcing Lead will oversee the S&P sourcing teams and will be accountable for effectively managing, mentoring, and developing a team of world-class S&P associates. The Sourcing Lead will be a key stakeholder and decision-maker for S&P projects.

Requirements

• Excellent Inter-personal skills, Organization skills, Strong Analytical Ability, Proven ability to lead teams in decentralized environment.
• Self-motivated and able to perform the role with minimal supervision; takes ownership and demonstrates sense of urgency while managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication skills – oral and written.
• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university and 15+ years strategic sourcing or related experience; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of supervisory experience
• Excellent PC skills, proficient in MS Office applications
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Project management and business transitions experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and/or execute on strategy for direct oversight of Sourcing & Procurement (sourcing, contract, risk management, and vendor management) functions.
• Provide superior client service through providing objective recommendations.
• Provide strategic vision for all Sourcing and Procurement aspects of the PDS business including best practices and innovation.
• Drive the use of the PDS preferred supplier program (Synergy) to drive value to Project Managers, Accounts, Clients, and our Synergy supplier partners
• Identify risks and opportunities to management and recommend strategies to achieve company goals.
• Effectively develop and lead complex short-term and longer term sourcing strategies, effectively manage suppliers and internal networks to deliver best in class performance.
• Responsible for Business Intelligence spend analysis to identify sourcing and value creation opportunities.
• Effectively manage supplier(s) to ensure overall performance expectations are met across the region and associated accounts.
• Continually manage/assess suppliers through scorecards.
• Own sourcing compliance and controls across PDS. Identify and develop opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and maintain systematic, analytical, and results-based method for savings, monitoring supplier’s performance, sourcing effectiveness and communicate these results to the business.
• Establish and maintain relationships within Americas’ Leadership across all business lines.
• Comply with all JLL and client policies and procedures, including but not limited to ethics and business practice.
• Work closely with HR to track internal and external bench, assess needs and fit, and manage HR requests such as IPMP, Talent Review, Promotions, and other corporate talent development initiatives.
• Provide superior employee management in a matrixed organization.
• Establish defined Career Paths for teams, and succession and growth planning concepts.

Benefits

• JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.
• Some of these benefits may include:
• 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

What This Job Offers

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