Ideal candidate will reside in Pacific, Mountain, or Central Time ZoneWhat this job involves: As the
Specialist, Strategic Sourcing - Construction & Project Management, you will serve as the primary procurement authority supporting a client account or portfolio. You will own the full lifecycle of construction and facilities sourcing-from category strategy and supplier management to complex RFx execution. Working independently with professional judgment and initiative, you will lead procurement for capital projects, maintenance programs, and facility upgrades from cradle to grave. A core focus of this role is standardizing processes, bid packages, scopes of work, and contracting practices to establish operational clarity, cost control, and data integrity across distributed project portfolios. You will analyze spend data, negotiate contracts, manage supplier performance, and drive continuous improvement while partnering with cross-functional teams including Facilities, Construction, Project Management, Finance, and Legal.
What your day-to-day will look like:- Serve as the primary procurement subject matter expert for construction and PDS categories, owning end-to-end sourcing strategy, supplier management, and governance for capital projects and facility upgrades.
- Independently manage RFI, RFP, and RFQ processes from initiation through contract execution, including bid strategy development, supplier due diligence, evaluation, negotiation, and award recommendation.
- Standardize and refine scopes of work, bid packages, project specifications, and contract templates to improve accuracy, consistency, and operational efficiency across multiple sites.
- Negotiate, draft, and execute supplier contracts and service agreements, ensuring clear scopes, SLAs, KPIs, pricing structures, and appropriate risk allocation while partnering with Legal, Risk Management, and Finance for compliance.
- Analyze and validate supplier proposals, perform bid leveling, and evaluate change orders for fairness and alignment with contract terms to ensure optimal client value.
- Perform data analysis using Microsoft Excel on large datasets including spend data, supplier performance metrics, cost structures, and project budgets to generate actionable insights and track cost savings.
- Monitor supplier performance against SLAs and KPIs, manage compliance documentation (contracts, COIs, insurance, licensing, safety certifications), and resolve service issues proactively.
- Coordinate with project managers and stakeholders on scope development, budget alignment, and procurement strategy while tracking project procurement timelines to ensure on-time delivery.
- Provide procurement guidance and market intelligence to operations and project teams, securing early involvement in project planning discussions and representing Sourcing as the category expert.
Required qualifications:- 3-5 years of strategic sourcing experience for construction, capital projects, or facilities-related services.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis including financial analysis, bid leveling, and analysis of large and complex datasets.
- Demonstrated ability to independently lead complex RFx processes from cradle to grave.
- Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from a four-year college or university.
Preferred qualifications:- Experience working within an Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) environment.
- Experience with JLL procurement and project systems (e.g., Jaggaer, Corrigo, Aravo, Ingenious).
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Estimated compensation for this position:84,600.00 - 103,600.00 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 -Dallas, TX, Las Vegas, NV, Phoenix, AZ, Salt Lake City, UT
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
