Assistant Sourcing Specialist

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.

Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

About JLL

We're JLL. We're a professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We help organizations around the world achieve their ambitions by owning, occupying and investing in real estate.

We're a Fortune 500 company. We work across 80 countries, in 280 different offices, with a team of over 77,000 individuals. And we look after a property portfolio of over 4bn square feet, all on behalf of our clients.

If you're looking to step up your career, JLL is the perfect professional home. At JLL, you'll have a chance to innovate with the world's leading businesses, put that expertise into action on landmark projects, and work on game-changing real estate initiatives. You'll also make long-lasting professional connections through sharing different perspectives, and you'll be inspired by the best. We're focused on opportunity and want to help you make the most of yours.

Achieve your ambitions - join us at JLL!

Strategic Sourcing Specialist - What this job involves

Provide support of Project Delivery Services (PDS) clients and internal stakeholders related to optimization of JLL managed services operations and sourcing strategies across the US.

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• Responsible for executing PDS strategic sourcing by developing innovative ways to drive the best total cost of ownership across Client's portfolio of projects.

• Enhance PDS strategic sourcing organization and delivery through collaboration with the corporate sourcing and project management teams, developing innovative ways to simplify our processes through utilization of tools and communication to increase account/project team productivity.

* Use category intelligence and data analytics, including capital plans and project demands, to set strategy and drive results.

• Advance the preferred supplier program within PDS to demonstrate the value of our scale and supplier relationships.

• Provide management and execution of RFP/bid, contracting and operational processes around subcontracted goods and services. Be proactive and manage internal and external customer expectations.

• Ensure compliance to JLL's sourcing and contracting policies, procedures, risk management programs, and ethics.

• 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.

• Establish work priorities, assign deliverables and resolve issues with Operations teams, temporary help and/or project-specific dedicated personnel to assure client satisfaction, customer satisfaction.

• Support and assist development of diversity programs in accordance with clients and company requirements. Mentor/educate suppliers through meetings.

• Participate and provide leadership to Preferred Supplier performance review meetings.

• Support JLL e-commerce procurement initiatives.

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• Sound like you? To apply you need to have:

• Excellent Inter-personal skills, Organization skills, Strong Analytical Ability, Proven ability to lead teams

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  Excellent communication skills - oral and written.

  Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university and 5+ years strategic sourcing or related experience

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  Proven track record and deep experience of work within the construction management industry

  Project management and business transitions experience preferred

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  Knowledge of supply base and/or sourcing business practices specific to the Construction and Real Estate industry a plus

  Excellent PC skills, proficient in MS Office applications, Excel

• What you can expect from us

• You'll join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture. One where we succeed together - across the desk and around the globe. Where like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things.

  Our Total Rewards program reflects our commitment to helping you achieve your ambitions in career, recognition, wellbeing, benefits and pay. We'll offer you a competitive salary and benefits package.

  Join us to develop your strengths and enjoy a fulfilling career full of varied experiences. Keep those ambitions in sights and imagine where JLL can take you...

  Apply today!

  Apply at jll.com/careers.

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Estimated compensation for this position:

This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

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If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:

• 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

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you'repursuing.

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