Procurement Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Private Health Insurance Discounts

Employee assistant program

Novated Lease for EV cars

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated is seeking a Procurement Manager in its Construction practice to lead end-to-end procurement across a dynamic portfolio. You will work with Senior Project Managers to shape project-level strategies, lead tender processes, and ensure governance and market engagement practices are consistently applied.

You will collaborate across teams to optimize cost certainty and supplier performance, while managing schedules and risk across multiple projects in a global real

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction, Procurement, Commercial, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in construction procurement or a project delivery environment.
• Experience managing construction tendering processes across contractor markets.
• Strong commercial awareness, including pricing mechanisms, risk allocation, and contract structures.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end procurement activities across the Construction portfolio, including sourcing, tendering, and contract establishment aligned to project delivery schedules
• Collaborate with Senior Project Managers and Project Managers to develop and support project-level procurement strategies that drive value and mitigate risk
• Lead tender processes from start to finish, including RFQs, market engagement, tender queries, clarifications, evaluation and recommendations
• Coordinate contractor and supplier onboarding processes, ensuring alignment with approved panels, frameworks, and governance requirements
• Support commercial negotiations in partnership with the Construction team, applying strong commercial awareness to achieve optimal outcomes
• Maintain and monitor procurement schedules to align with project programmes and delivery timelines
• Identify and communicate market risks, capacity constraints, and pricing trends to inform decision-making
• Contribute to procurement plans and pipeline visibility across the portfolio
• Monitor supplier performance and contribute to vendor performance reporting for continuous improvement

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Commercial awareness

Tendering

Contract negotiation

Procurement systems

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Construction

Tools

Procurement platforms

Job description

JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.Shaping the future of real estate for a better world!At JLL, we see a Brighter Way forward for our clients, our people, our planet, and our communities. With over 200 years of real estate experience, we are, and always have been, in continual pursuit of brighter ways of working.We bring to life see a Brighter Way in all that we do by seeking better, smarter, more innovative ways of working. We approach our work in a warmer, more optimistic, and inclusive way.JLL is a global leader in helping clients envision where people live, work, play, shop, and eat.What this opportunity involves:As a Procurement Manager in JLL's Construction practice, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering effective procurement outcomes across a dynamic construction portfolio. This position sits at the intersection of strategic sourcing and project delivery, where you'll work closely with Construction teams to execute procurement activities that enable successful project outcomes. At JLL, we embrace more innovative ways of working, and this role is no exception—you'll lead sourcing activities, support project-level procurement strategies, and ensure consistent application of procurement processes, governance, and market engagement practices across all projects. Your work will directly impact cost certainty, program delivery, and supplier performance, making you an essential partner to Senior Project Managers and Project Managers throughout the delivery lifecycle. What sets JLL apart is our culture of collaboration, locally and across the globe, and you'll experience this firsthand as you coordinate across teams, engage markets, and drive competitive procurement outcomes that deliver real value for our clients.Key Responsibilities include:Execute end-to-end procurement activities across the Construction portfolio, including sourcing, tendering, and contract establishment aligned to project delivery schedulesCollaborate with Senior Project Managers and Project Managers to develop and support project-level procurement strategies that drive value and mitigate riskLead tender processes from start to finish, including preparation of RFQs, market engagement, managing tender queries and clarifications, and facilitating evaluation and recommendation activitiesCoordinate contractor and supplier onboarding processes, ensuring alignment with approved panels, frameworks, and governance requirementsSupport commercial negotiations in partnership with the Construction team, applying strong commercial awareness to achieve optimal outcomesMaintain and monitor procurement schedules to ensure seamless alignment with project programmes and delivery timelinesIdentify and communicate market risks, capacity constraints, and pricing trends, providing actionable insights to Construction teams to inform decision-makingContribute to the development and maintenance of annual procurement plans and pipeline visibility across the portfolioMonitor supplier performance and contribute to vendor performance reporting, supporting continuous improvement and accountabilitySounds like you? This is what we're looking for:Required qualifications:Degree in Construction, Procurement, Commercial, or related discipline5+ years of experience in construction procurement or a project delivery environmentStrong experience managing construction tendering processes across contractor markets (fit-out, logistics, industrial, and similar sectors)Demonstrated commercial awareness, including understanding of pricing mechanisms, risk allocation, and contract structuresProven ability to manage multiple concurrent procurement activities while maintaining quality and complianceStrong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to provide clear procurement advice to delivery teamsHigh attention to detail and disciplined approach to process management and documentationFamiliarity with procurement systems and contract administration platformsPreferred qualifications:Experience working across multiple projects or programmes within a portfolio environmentBackground supporting construction delivery in property or facilities management contextsKnowledge of procurement governance frameworks and compliance requirementsExperience working with preferred supplier panels or framework agreementsBenefits:Great employee discounts off fitness, wellbeing & other renowned brands18 weeks paid maternity leavePrivate Health Insurance DiscountsActive Social ClubEmployee assistant programNovated Lease for EV carsPaid time off for volunteer workCareer Opportunities with Australia's #1 Commercial Real Estate firmPremium officesWhat you can expect from us:You’ll join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture. One where the best inspire the best. Where like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things. Join us to develop your strengths and enjoy a fulfilling career full of varied experiences. Keep those ambitions in sight and imagine where JLL can take you.As an organization, we don’t just accept that we are a place of many different people, but we embrace it, we celebrate it, and we proactively support the needs that difference brings. JLL is committed to equal opportunity and building an inclusive workplace. This is why, for more than a decade, we continue to rank among the World’s Most Ethical Companies. We support applications from all underrepresented groups, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBT+, people with disability and people of all age, religions and race. We are dedicated to offering veterans from all ranks and services a successful civilian career as they transition out of the military. We recognize and appreciate the skills acquired in their service careers as vital and transferable to our workforce.Apply today, quoting job reference number REQ539971If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. 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.About JLL –We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.