Vendor Relations Manager, Sourcing

JLL•Edmonton, AB

2d•Remote

About The Position

The Vendor Manager supports JLL sourcing strategies, supplier relationships, and program management with a specialized focus on Indigenous partnership development and reconciliation commitments. You'll shape JLL's sourcing strategies, cultivate supplier relationships rooted in respect and trust, and advance our Indigenous procurement commitments across Canada. This role combines strategic vendor management with culturally informed relationship building—driving both business performance and sustainable Indigenous partnerships that create lasting impact. You'll manage vendor performance across our supply base while developing trust-based relationships with Indigenous suppliers and communities. Success requires navigating performance conversations with cultural sensitivity, implementing change management initiatives that honor Indigenous business protocols, and ensuring compliance with both sourcing policies and Indigenous procurement frameworks.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in Supplier Management, Relationship Management, or Procurement
2+ years in third-party risk management
Experience in energy sector and with Indigenous vendors
Track record of conducting strategic supplier performance reviews and leading change management
Strong analytical thinking and strategic mindset
Proficiency in MS Office and Google Suite

Nice To Haves

MBA or advanced business degree
Facility Management operations experience
Knowledge of compliance frameworks and risk management programs

Responsibilities

Conduct market trend analysis in key categories, tracking supplier and industry changes to deliver actionable insights while driving cost optimization, risk mitigation, and ROI improvements
Oversee performance across the supply base, partnering with field teams on issue escalation and continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with sourcing policies and working with Legal and Risk Management on contracts
Cultivate authentic, trust-based relationships with Indigenous suppliers and communities through culturally sensitive engagement, active listening, and respect for Indigenous business protocols and decision-making timelines
Manage contract lifecycles and address performance gaps diplomatically, using cultural awareness to collaboratively develop solutions that preserve partnership integrity
Develop regional and national programs, bridge internal stakeholders with Indigenous partners, and coach teams on culturally appropriate engagement practices and reconciliation principles