Procurement Associate

About the Role:
As a CBRE Procurement Executive, you will design, evaluate, and provide complex reports based on the collection of data related to the sourcing, contracting, management, and performance of suppliers and vendors.

What You'll Do:
Account & Supplier Transition Support

• Support the Division Procurement Lead with supplier transitions for newly onboarded CBRE accounts - helping align client supplier needs with CBRE's approved vendor network and assigning account-specific work to preferred suppliers.
• Coordinate handoff to contract support and account leads once the transition is complete.
• Serve as a procurement resource to account managers and local account leaders who own their P&L but need procurement expertise to execute.

Cost Savings & Sourcing

• Proactively identify and execute cost savings opportunities across the account portfolio - including supplier consolidation, renegotiation, and RFP-driven competitive sourcing.
• Lead RFP processes end-to-end: scope definition, bid solicitation, proposal evaluation, and award recommendation.
• Conduct market and supplier analysis to benchmark pricing and service levels.

Supplier Management & Reporting

• Oversee supplier performance tracking using CBRE's supplier management tools - including scorecards, satisfaction surveys, KPIs, and escalation management.
• Serve as a day-to-day resource for account teams on supplier issues, onboarding, and compliance.
• Design, generate, and present reports on supplier performance, spend, and sourcing outcomes for internal stakeholders.
• Maintain data integrity across procurement databases; collect and rationalize data from multiple sources.

Tactical Procurement Support

• Handle tactical procurement needs that fall outside account team capacity - acting as a support resource for the Division Procurement Lead.
• Support supplier onboarding, contract renewals, and managed procurement activities including negotiation support.
• Review forecasts, investigate trends, and make strategic recommendations to the business.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred with 2-5 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Ability to analyze possible solutions using technical experience to apply appropriate judgment and precedents.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
• Experience in indirect procurement, specifically facilities management - janitorial, maintenance trades, or similar service categories.
• Demonstrated ability to manage supplier relationships, lead RFPs, and negotiate contracts independently.
• Strong analytical skills: ability to build and present data-driven reports, conduct financial analysis, and identify cost savings opportunities.
• Ability to work fully remote and autonomously - this role requires strong self-direction with minimal day-to-day oversight.
• Availability during core business hours across PST time zones.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

Why CBRE:

We lead by example, guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build, and the world we live in. The more perspectives we have, the more dimensions we're able to see. A culture of respect, integrity, service, and excellence shapes our approach to every opportunity.

Our competitive and comprehensive benefits program was designed to make sure you feel valued with benefits that support the mental, physical, emotional, and financial health of you and your family.

Maintain your career momentum with the best tools and training in the industry. You'll have everything you need to thrive in your role: challenging work, dedication to results, fast-paced assignments, and a culture of constant learning.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are more than just values- they're a competitive advantage. By crafting a place where our employees are recognized for their contribution and given a chance to grow, we regularly open ourselves and our business opportunities.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Procurement Associate position is $70,500 annually and the maximum salary for the Procurement Associate position is $100,500 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.


Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at View email address on click.appcast.io or via telephone at View phone number on click.appcast.io (U.S.) and View phone number on click.appcast.io (Canada).


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