Account Sourcing Director

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Account Sourcing Director

Apply remote type Remote locations London, GBR time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id REQ351905

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What this job involves

The Client Sourcing Director (CSD) role will manage a portfolio of client accounts and be the key interface with the account management. The CSD will line manage 4-5 Account Sourcing Managers and be accountable for the delivery of sourcing targets within their area of responsibility.

• Responsible for management and performance of all strategic sourcing and procurement related activities for specific client requirements across the portfolio under management (includes all service lines as required).

• Accountable for implementation of strategic client accounts and pursuits, procurement planning, RFP management, bid analysis and recommendations, liaison with client governance teams for Contract approvals, Savings reporting, documentation and compliance.

• Manage team and stakeholders to ensure that scope of services/service level agreements are in place (collaboration with Account Manager, Facilities Managers, Operations Team and client contacts as appropriate).

• To track budget / savings from tenders / process re-design / negotiation initiatives and provide monthly/ Quarterly reports to Sourcing & Procurement Leadership

• To ensure that all vendor details and files are complete and immediately updated with notified changes and actively monitor and document any changes required to the vendor contracts.

• To manage framework relationships with JLL preferred suppliers. Review performance as outlined in the framework agreements.

• Transformation activities are supported by the team including audits, reports and actions.

• Gather knowledge on Market & Country intelligence, report information through the Knowledge Centre

• As required support the new business through Solutions Development with country/ regional knowledge and potential site visits. Assist in bid supplier solutions/ strategies

• Developing the Supply Chain to meet the business and client needs, strengthening the capabilities for opportunities of partnership and B2B.

• Develop team and give Training / guidance / support on the Sourcing & Procurement Strategic Sourcing activities, ensure understanding in the tools, systems, regulations, country/ regional practices are available.

• Leading Saves/ innovation summits by category within country

• Ensure Policies and procedures on the accounts relate to the appropriate country operations and practices. That they are reviewed annually and are current.

• Ensure Sourcing & Procurement Account Sourcing Managers develop and implement Sourcing plans for their client/country/region.

Interested? An ideal candidate would need to have the following qualifications

Desired experience and technical skills

• 5 to 10 years in similar position

• Excellent inter-personal, communication and negotiation skills

• Excellent numerical and commercial acumen

• Strong analytical ability required

• Strong written and verbal English language skills, additional WE language preferred/required

• Deep understanding of IFM services and supplier environment

• Sourcing procedures and protocols – particularly for service contracts

• Experience working with suppliers across the EMEA region

• Hold a business management or related degree

• MCIPS or Country Equivalent preferable.

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!

Location:

Remote –London, GBR

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! If you require any changes to the application process, please email EMEATA@jll.com or call + 44  ( 0 ) 20 7399 5010 to contact one of our team members to discuss how to best support you throughout the process. Please note, the contact details provided are to discuss or request for adjustments to be made to the hiring process. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.

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