Head of Strategy (Remote)

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. 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.
The Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing, leading, and executing commodity sourcing strategies for local, regional and national initiatives. The Sourcing Manager identifies the appropriate field resources to execute initiatives, manages supplier relationships and ensures contracting and procurement standards are maintained throughout the portfolio.
competitive bidding, partnership development, consolidation/reducing complexities of the buy, etc.) This includes analyzing category spend to understand current state, obtaining business requirements from key internal and external clients, identifying and leading cross-functional teams, conducting market research, and creating a sourcing strategy from these elements of due diligence
This includes identifying and leading cross-functional stakeholder teams, developing and managing the sourcing events (RFX's), and performing all business-related functions of the sourcing initiative, negotiating contracts, etc.
This includes development and tracking of key performance indicators for the category of spend, facilitating strategic supplier business meetings that drive adherence to contractual agreements, continuous improvement, innovation and partnership.
Partner with operations team by providing management, detailed instruction and continuous follow-up to support the operations teams in daily sourcing and supply chain related activities. Be proactive and manage internal and external customer expectations.
Ensure contracting and procurement standards are maintained throughout the portfolio and across business lines.
Identify and lead appropriate field resources to execute initiatives, manage supplier relationships as it relates to administrative and operational activities and issues
Ensure contracting and procurement standards, policies and procedures are maintained and followed throughout the portfolio
Partner with the client and Jones Lang LaSalle Facility Management team to drive both immediate and sustained benefits to the client
Bring strategic thought leadership to account to identify additional cost and operational efficiencies
Responsible for communication, coordination and implementation of local and regional sourcing initiatives and contract negotiations to suppliers and operations team
Proactively manage internal and external customer expectations
Conduct local and regional Preferred Supplier performance review meetings, manage supplier scorecards, contract compliance and service obligations
Analyze price proposals, financial reports and other data to determine the reasonability of price and contractor capabilities
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related discipline
MBA, a plus
facilities, highly desired)
Computer proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Superior customer service, relationship building and follow up skills
Excellent inter-personal and communication skills
Remote –Atlanta, GA, Austin, TX, Charlotte, NC, Chicago, IL, New York, NY
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay