Procurement and Sourcing Leader – Construction

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois, +5 more states.

📋 Description

• Establish and oversee the sourcing function for the Project & Development Services team (Construction).

• Design and execute thorough sourcing processes that fulfill contractual competitive-bidding requirements.

• Create standardized workflows from the initiation of sourcing to vendor selection and contract award.

• Develop templates for sourcing events, evaluation criteria, bid packages, and selection methodologies.

• Construct sourcing timelines and milestones that align with project schedules.

• Manage between 150 and 500 sourcing events annually across approximately 50 projects.

• Utilize and enhance technological solutions that support sourcing processes and cycle times.

• Ensure sourcing activities comply with contractual obligations, client policies, and JLL standards.

• Build and maintain a comprehensive library of design and construction vendors throughout North and South America.

• Oversee vendor prequalification, documentation, regional databases, segmentation, and readiness for deployment.

• Establish frameworks for vendor performance, including tracking systems, scorecards, dashboards, and business reviews.

• Act as the primary liaison with client procurement teams, providing sourcing and compliance reports.

• Present sourcing results and communicate strategies, challenges, and successes to stakeholders.

• Maintain documentation for sourcing events and implement protocols for conflict-of-interest and ethical sourcing.

• Monitor vendor compliance and work to mitigate procurement risks.

• Collaborate with JLL Legal, Risk Management, and Compliance teams.

• Conduct audits of sourcing processes and vendor documentation.

• Keep track of construction markets, contractor availability, and pricing trends across the Americas.

• Develop category strategies, negotiate favorable terms, and identify panel or preferred-vendor arrangements.

• Continuously enhance processes, implement procurement technologies, develop automation, and generate analytics.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related field.

• 5+ years of progressive experience in procurement or sourcing, preferably within construction, corporate real estate, or professional services.

• Demonstrated success in managing high-volume sourcing operations with a strong emphasis on process discipline and scalability.

• Extensive knowledge of construction trades, subcontracting practices, and vendor management.

• Experience in developing vendor prequalification programs, performance management systems, and contractor databases.

• Strong understanding of competitive bidding processes, evaluation methodologies, and best practices for selection.

• Expertise in creating procurement reports and dashboards tailored for executive and client audiences.

• Experience collaborating with client procurement organizations and fostering trusted advisor relationships.

• Knowledge of construction contracts, insurance requirements, and risk allocation strategies.

• Proficiency in procurement software, vendor management systems, and data analysis tools, particularly Jaggaer and Aravo.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and experience with reporting and analytics platforms.

• Understanding of procurement regulations, compliance requirements, and ethical sourcing principles.

• Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

🏝️ Benefits

• 401(k) plan with company matching 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.

• Remote position offering flexibility to work across all time zones in the Americas.