Vendor Relations Manager, Sourcing

JLL

1d • 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. This role shapes JLL's sourcing strategies, cultivates supplier relationships rooted in respect and trust, and advances Indigenous procurement commitments across Canada. It combines strategic vendor management with culturally informed relationship building—driving both business performance and sustainable Indigenous partnerships that create lasting impact. The role involves managing vendor performance across the 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

Benefits

• JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees