Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to support Integrated Facilities clients and internal stakeholders by optimizing JLL managed services operations and sourcing strategies within the Life Sciences vertical. This role plays a key part in delivering market intelligence, leading sourcing initiatives, and ensuring compliance with policies and risk management.
What You'll Do
- Provide support of Integrated Facilities client and internal stakeholders related to optimization of JLL managed services operations and sourcing strategies in the Life Sciences vertical.
- Deliver market, supplier and operational intelligence of services operations.
- Identify and lead appropriate field resources to execute strategic initiatives.
- Be a subject matter expert in support of JLL sourcing strategies, supplier relationships and program management.
- Help to build out and implement standardized and efficient sourcing processes for the account to help streamline current program.
- Develop sourcing plan and strategy for the account focused on cost savings, supplier consolidation, sustainability and supplier diversity.
- Closely participate in and with clients and Jones Lang LaSalle Sourcing, Facility and Property Management teams to drive both immediate and sustained benefits to the client.
- Lead and manage all sourcing-related functions: performing due diligence and assessment of prospective suppliers, executing RFPs/bids and ensuring effective transition to operations during implementation.
- Regularly provide detailed status updates and communication to Supply Chain and business stakeholders.
- Provide management, instruction and follow-up in support of operations teams RFP/bid, contracting, supplier onboarding and operational processes.
- Be proactive and manage internal and external customer expectations.
- Help lead Quarterly Business Reviews with key suppliers.
- Support Category Management team’s supplier relationship and performance programs with key suppliers.
- Ensure compliance to JLL’s and client’s sourcing and contracting policies, procedures, risk management programs, and ethics.
- Help maintain data integrity in all systems and ensure required documentation is received and required process steps are completed.
- Establish relationship with Corporate Legal and Risk Management to ensure all contractual terms and conditions comply with standard or other contract changes and are formally reviewed and approved by legal/risk management.
- Support and assist development of diversity programs in accordance with clients and company requirements.
- Mentor/educate suppliers through meetings.
What We're Looking For
- 3-5 years of strategic sourcing experience for services or indirect categories (e.g. facility services, highly desired)
- Exhibits strong interpersonal skills, organization skills and analytical ability
- Proven track record of excellent internal and external customer service
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while delivering results in a fast paced and challenging environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence and communicate professionally
- Proficient skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Nice to Have
- Experience with procurement and workflow systems (i.e. Jaggaer, Corrigo, Aravo) highly desired
- PDS/Construction sourcing experience a plus
- Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university
Technical Stack
- Jaggaer
- Corrigo
- Aravo
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Benefits & Compensation
- 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
Compensation: $100,000.00 – $110,000.00 USD per year
Work Mode
This role supports a global work model with team members located in Dallas, TX; Denver, CO; Las Vegas, NV; Phoenix, AZ; and Salt Lake City, UT. The position is remote-friendly within these regions.
Team & Environment
JLL fosters a supportive culture that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. We are committed to empowering employees to thrive and grow meaningful careers, and dedicated to hiring the best, most talented people to help shape a brighter way forward.
Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act, criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment. Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest. Pursuant to Columbia, SC ordinance, this position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate. Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, JLL will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
