What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Sourcing Specialist position at JLL?
LOCATION: Poughkeepsie, NY - On-site 4 days a week with the ability to flex after 90 days.
Sr. Specialist, Strategic Sourcing- What this job involves
Provide guidance and support of Integrated Facilities client and internal stakeholders related to optimization of JLL managed services operations and sourcing strategies.
Responsible for delivering market, supplier and operational intelligence of services operations; Identifying and leading appropriate field resources to execute strategic initiatives.
Responsible for managing bidding process, evaluating and communicating results, and proposing Vendor choice based on category and knowledge of vendor base, diverse spend, and statement of work.
Responsible for communicating and proposing solutions with the project and facility team, and the client.
Responsible for tracking and reporting measurements for internal S&P goals.
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, report, and ensure adherence to 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.
Develop, maintain, and report KPIs for key vendors. Participate in the platform Supplier Performance Management planning and implementation.
Interested? An ideal candidate would need to have the following qualifications
Desired experience and technical skills
Required
5-7 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 and report on 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)
Preferred
Experience with procurement systems (i.e. Jaggaer or Ariba, Aravo and Avetta ) highly desired
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university or equivalent experience.
3-4 years of Project Management
JLL Is an Equal Opportunity Employer JLL is committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workforce. JLL strongly believes in equal opportunity extended to all individuals in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination without regard to race, color, religion, belief, creed, age, sex, pregnancy or maternity (including childbirth and related conditions), family responsibility (e.g. child care, elder care), nationality, ethnic or national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, veteran’s status, genetic information, trade union membership, social position, political view or status as a qualified individual with a disability, protected leave status or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law. The company also endeavors to make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business and ensures that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.
Sr. Specialist, Strategic Sourcing- What this job involves
Provide guidance and support of Integrated Facilities client and internal stakeholders related to optimization of JLL managed services operations and sourcing strategies.
Responsible for delivering market, supplier and operational intelligence of services operations; Identifying and leading appropriate field resources to execute strategic initiatives.
Responsible for managing bidding process, evaluating and communicating results, and proposing Vendor choice based on category and knowledge of vendor base, diverse spend, and statement of work.
Responsible for communicating and proposing solutions with the project and facility team, and the client.
Responsible for tracking and reporting measurements for internal S&P goals.
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, report, and ensure adherence to 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.
Develop, maintain, and report KPIs for key vendors. Participate in the platform Supplier Performance Management planning and implementation.
Interested? An ideal candidate would need to have the following qualifications
Desired experience and technical skills
Required
5-7 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 and report on 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)
Preferred
Experience with procurement systems (i.e. Jaggaer or Ariba, Aravo and Avetta ) highly desired
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university or equivalent experience.
3-4 years of Project Management
JLL Is an Equal Opportunity Employer JLL is committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workforce. JLL strongly believes in equal opportunity extended to all individuals in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination without regard to race, color, religion, belief, creed, age, sex, pregnancy or maternity (including childbirth and related conditions), family responsibility (e.g. child care, elder care), nationality, ethnic or national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, veteran’s status, genetic information, trade union membership, social position, political view or status as a qualified individual with a disability, protected leave status or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law. The company also endeavors to make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business and ensures that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.
