Performing periodic market trend analysis in specific categories, analyzing supplier base and industry changes, and reporting analysis to Supply Chain and business stakeholders in client-ready formats
Implementing, coordinating, and communicating regional and national programs while supporting Category Management team's supplier relationship and performance programs with key suppliers
Providing management, instruction, and follow-up to support operations teams' RFP/bid, contracting, and operational processes while proactively managing internal and external customer expectations
Ensuring compliance with JLL's sourcing and contracting policies, procedures, risk management programs, and ethics standards across all procurement activities
Establishing and maintaining relationships with Corporate Legal and Risk Management to ensure all contractual terms and conditions comply with standards and are formally reviewed and approved
Establishing work priorities, assigning deliverables, and resolving issues with Operations teams and project personnel to ensure client and customer satisfaction
Participating in and providing leadership to Preferred Supplier performance review meetings while supporting JLL e-commerce procurement initiatives and diversity programs
Requirements
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university
3+ years of strategic sourcing or related experience
Excellent interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and communication abilities (oral and written)
Proven ability to lead teams in a decentralized environment
Advanced presentation and analytical skills with strong attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and drive projects to completion
Excellent PC skills with proficiency in MS Office applications