Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated

Director, Sourcing

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated$160K — $220K *
Business Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years in strategic sourcing for services or indirect categories, ideally in facilities services
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management preferred
  • MBA is a plus
  • CPM, CPSM, or CPSD certification is preferred
  • Proficient in MS applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Experience with e-procurement systems, especially Jaggaer
  • Willingness to travel within the U.S. (approximately 25%)

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a high-performing Sourcing and Procurement (S&P) team
  • Drive results through program implementation and KPI management
  • Oversee compliance, develop innovative sourcing strategies, and identify improvement opportunities
  • Manage annual sourcing plans and execution, including benchmarking
  • Own sourcing compliance and controls, and identify areas for improvement
  • Collaborate with operations teams on supplier performance management
  • Foster relationships with key stakeholders to ensure alignment and compliance

Benefits

  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care
  • Paid parental leave at 100% salary
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
Full Job Description
Job Summary:
  • Lead and grow a high-performing S&P team for a large technology client. Work directly with S&P leadership, Account leadership and clients to manage expectations and team deliverables. This includes accountability for effectively managing, mentoring, recruiting, and developing a team of world-class Sourcing and Procurement professionals.
  • Provide impactful leadership in a cross-functional and collaborative environment to drive immediate and sustained benefits to our client and JLL.
  • Drive results through S&P program implementation, monitoring progress, managing to operational excellence guideline, AND meeting account level KPIs and goals.
  • Oversee compliance and controls, develop new and innovative sourcing strategies, and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Proactively manage internal and external expectations by understanding business needs and priorities.


Achieves Financial and Compliance Results
  • Oversight of annual sourcing plan development, actively managing that plan with the business, and executing against it. This includes an Annual Benchmarking of existing 3rd Party Contractor spend against external data points to help drive decision-making on sourcing plan.
  • Identify risks and opportunities to clients/stakeholders and recommend strategies to achieve company goals while mitigating risk.
  • Own sourcing compliance and controls, including, but not limited to, Contract and COI compliance, RFx/Process Improvements, Diverse Spend, and adherence to Procurement Playbook. Identify and share opportunities for improvement with appropriate functional leaders.
  • Manage 3rd Party Supplier Performance Management Program, including collaboration with operations teams to develop scorecard through survey and CMMS metrics, sharing results and reviewing with select 3rd Party Subcontractors via QBR process, and delivering a quarterly report to Operations Teams and Client.
  • Ensure all sourcing technology tools are leveraged across all assigned accounts.
  • Partner teams closely with operations by providing management, detailed instruction and follow up to support the operations teams in standardized RFP/bid and contracting processes.
  • Develop and maintain systematic, analytical, and results-based method for savings, monitoring supplier's performance, sourcing effectiveness and communicate these results to the business.


Develop and Lead High Performing Teams
  • Recruit, develop, rotate, and retain top S&P talent.
  • Support the career development of key roles through mentoring and visible leadership.
  • Create high-performing, integrated sourcing teams that are committed to delivering sustainable operational excellence.
  • Manage and coach teams on their performance, progress and developmental goals including analyzing strengths, and areas of opportunity for growth into actionable career development plans.
  • As an S&P leader, foster an inclusive and collaborative team culture within and outside of direct reports.


Establishes and Nurtures Strong Relationships
  • Ensure the vision and strategy of the client sourcing plan are implemented and aligned with necessary objectives.
  • Lead and participate in client meetings /strategy sessions.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with Account Director and other client leadership.
  • Provide strategic vision for all S&P aspects of business including best practices and innovation.
  • Effectively develop and lead complex short-term and longer-term sourcing strategies, effectively manage suppliers and internal networks to deliver best in class performance across the associated accounts.
  • Establish relationships with key stakeholders including Corporate Legal and Risk Management to ensure all contractual terms and conditions comply with standard or other contract changes are formally reviewed and approved by legal/risk management.
  • Continually manage/assess suppliers through the established supplier performance management program.


Competencies For Role
  • Influential leadership - persuasive and instills confidence among stakeholders across any form of communication.
  • Collaborative approach - works effectively across a complex matrix organization with a team and firm-first orientation; team with constituents who vary in approach and style to achieve results.
  • Company and Industry Knowledge - Demonstrated understanding of JLL Work Dynamics, the Real Estate industry, competitive landscape, and specific industries as applicable.
  • Communication and Presentation Skills - Ability to persuasively engage internal and client stakeholders via formal and informal conversations/presentations to achieve Vertical goals.
  • Client Centric - Ability to lead with a focus on client needs to create and deliver on solutions expectations by every measure and are valuable to the client and JLL
  • Negotiation Skills - Ability to bridge differences to deliver win-win agreements by understanding our value, positions, and points of flexibility.
  • Transformational leadership - leads change with energy and resilience to propel the business forward; has the courage to make difficult decisions and take calculated risks; adjusts style to accommodate individuals and the various phases of growth.
  • Strategic and critical thinking - exhibits strong levels of insight and has a reputation as a forward thinker


Job Requirements Preferred
  • 8+ years of strategic sourcing experience for services or indirect categories related to facilities services highly desired along with people management experience.
  • Bachelor's Degree - Business or Supply Chain Management preferred.
  • MBA, a plus
  • CPM, CPSM or CPSD certification preferred.
  • Excellent PC skills, proficient in MS applications - Excel, Word & PowerPoint
  • E-procurement experience, preferably Jaggaer.
  • Willingness to travel within the U.S. (approximately 25%)


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

Estimated compensation for this position:

160,000.00 - 220,000.00 USD per year

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.

Location:

Remote -Atlanta, GA, Austin, TX, Charlotte, NC, Chicago, IL, Pensacola, FL, Phoenix, AZ

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

About Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated

Jones Lang LaSalle is a financial and professional services firm that specializes in commercial real estate services and investment management. Its services include: tenant representation for organizations that lease office, industrial and retail spaces; consulting, which supports companies to develop workplace strategies such as occupancy planning, relocations, and energy and environmental sustainability initiatives; project and development services to manage ground-up creation, building construction, and major interior renovations; capital markets and real estate investment banking, which helps organizations buy and sell properties, and improve the financial impact of their real estate; facilities management for a variety of properties including office towers, retail and exhibition centers, and government, collegiate and industrial complexes; property management services, that provide on-site administration to help owners of office, industrial, retail and specialty properties reduce costs and enhance their property values; and valuations that provide impartial assessments of real estate worth through more than 200 corporate offices in 70 countries. Jones Lang LaSalle was formed by the merger of Jones Lang Wootton, a British firm with origins dating back to 1783, and LaSalle Partners, an American company formed from a predecessor launched in 1968. Jones Lang Wootton opened its first US office in New York in 1975. In 1997, the initial public offering was completed by LaSalle Partners for the company's common stock in the market.

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated Careers

Join the dynamic team at Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL), a global leader in real estate services, where your career journey is just as important as the professional milestones you aim to achieve. At JLL, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for growth, innovation, and leadership in an industry that shapes the world around us.

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JLL is dedicated to the professional growth of its employees. We offer robust training programs, including leadership development and diversity training, to ensure you are equipped for success. Our benefits extend beyond the basics, encompassing health, wellness, and financial planning to support you and your family at all stages of life.

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At JLL, networking doesn’t end with your hire date. Continue to connect with leaders and peers through our various professional networks and community engagement initiatives. Lead the way in industry discussions, participate in global conferences, and contribute to innovative solutions that drive the future of real estate. At Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers that make a difference. Join us in shaping the future of real estate, one innovation at a time.
Learn more about Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated
Size
98,000 employees
Market Cap
$7.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$402.5 million
Founded
1783
5 Year Trend
+8.3%
Revenue
$16.5 billion
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