Strategic Sourcing Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York, +3 more locations.

📋 Description

• Assist Integrated Facilities and Property Management clients as well as internal stakeholders in enhancing JLL-managed services operations and sourcing strategies.

• Provide insights on market, suppliers, and operational intelligence for service operations.

• Identify and lead field resources in the execution of strategic initiatives.

• Act as a subject matter expert in support of JLL sourcing strategies, supplier relationships, and program management.

• Collaborate with clients and JLL Sourcing, Facility, and Property Management teams to achieve immediate and long-term client benefits.

• Conduct periodic market trend analyses, evaluate supplier bases and industry changes, and present findings in a client-ready format.

• Implement, coordinate, and communicate regional and national programs.

• Assist with supplier relationship and performance programs involving key suppliers.

• Oversee management, instruction, and follow-up for RFP/bid, contracting, and operational processes.

• Ensure adherence to sourcing and contracting policies, procedures, risk management programs, and ethical standards.

• Collaborate with Corporate Legal and Risk Management on contractual terms and conditions.

• Set priorities, assign deliverables, and resolve issues in conjunction with Operations teams and project personnel.

• Aid in the development of diversity programs and mentor or educate suppliers.

• Engage in and provide leadership during Preferred Supplier performance review meetings.

• Support JLL e-commerce procurement initiatives.

⛳️ Requirements

• Exceptional interpersonal skills.

• Strong organizational abilities.

• Advanced analytical skills.

• Demonstrated capability to lead teams in a decentralized environment.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from an accredited four-year institution.

• Over 3 years of experience in strategic sourcing or a related field.

• Experience in project management and business transitions is preferred.

• Proficient in PC skills.

• Skilled in MS Office applications.

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

• This position does not offer visa sponsorship.

🏝️ Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching contributions from the company.

• 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.

• Supportive culture with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical, and emotional health.

• Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.