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Jones Lang LaSalle

Advises on and manages commercial real estate

Senior Sourcing Manager

Procurement & SourcingPosted on Nov 10
Full-time

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field.
  • At least 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or contract management, preferably within commercial real estate or facility management.
  • Demonstrated expertise in contract negotiation and drafting, with a strong understanding of legal terms, conditions, and risk management principles.
  • A proven track record of managing complex, high-value contracts and achieving cost savings through strategic sourcing initiatives.
  • Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret financial data, conduct spend analysis, and develop business cases for sourcing decisions.
  • Stakeholder management and communication skills, including the ability to influence and collaborate across organizational levels.
  • Proficiency in procurement systems, contract management platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills.
  • Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end sourcing activities, including request for proposal development, vendor evaluation, contract negotiation, and supplier onboarding for Property and Facility Management services.
  • Develop and implement category-specific sourcing strategies that align with business objectives and drive cost savings while maintaining quality standards.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate complex service agreements, master service agreements, and statements of work, ensuring favorable terms and conditions that mitigate risk.
  • Collaborate with legal, finance, operations, and client account managers to ensure seamless contract execution and stakeholder alignment.
  • Manage a portfolio of vendor relationships, conduct regular performance reviews, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize service delivery.
  • Maintain comprehensive contract databases and documentation systems, ensuring accuracy, accessibility, and compliance with retention policies.
  • Monitor contract compliance and identify opportunities for consolidation, standardization, or renegotiation to enhance value delivery.
  • Conduct market research and benchmarking analysis to stay informed of industry trends, pricing dynamics, and emerging sourcing opportunities.
  • Support risk management activities by identifying potential contractual, financial, or operational risks and developing mitigation strategies.

Desired Qualifications

  • Professional certification such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM), or equivalent.
  • Experience working in a global, matrixed organization with exposure to international sourcing and multi-regional contract management.
  • Knowledge of property and facility management services, including hard services such as HVAC, electrical, and plumbing, and soft services such as cleaning, security, and landscaping.
  • Familiarity with sustainability and environmental, social, and governance considerations in supplier selection and contract structuring.
  • Experience with category management methodologies and supplier relationship management best practices.
  • Advanced negotiation training or certification demonstrating strategic negotiation capabilities.

About the Company

Jones Lang LaSalle

Advises on and manages commercial real estate

Jones Lang LaSalle, known as JLL, advises property owners, occupiers and investors on commercial real estate worldwide. Its teams broker leases and property sales, arrange financing, value assets, manage buildings and workplaces, and oversee construction projects for businesses, institutions and governments. LaSalle Investment Management invests client capital in private property and real estate securities, while JLL Technologies develops workplace software and data tools. The company earns commissions, service fees, investment management fees and software revenue, with some client operating costs reimbursed through contracts. JLL took its current form through a 1999 merger and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Founded
1999

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