Sourcing Analyst

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Kolkata District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site in Kolkata

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated is seeking a Sourcing Analyst to lead strategic procurement initiatives across APAC, developing category strategies, negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships to drive measurable value.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams in finance, operations and business units, analyze market trends, and ensure compliance with procurement policies while delivering cost savings and continuous improvement across diverse markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management with regional or multi-country exposure.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex sourcing projects and delivering measurable cost savings across diverse markets.
• Strong negotiation skills with proven ability to structure and execute favourable contract terms across different business environments and cultures.
• Proficiency in procurement systems, spend analytics tools, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel/PowerPoint).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail and data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies for assigned categories across APAC.
• Lead end-to-end procurement processes including supplier identification, RFx management, proposal evaluation, and contract negotiation.
• Analyse market trends, supplier capabilities, and total cost of ownership across APAC countries.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure SLAs and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across finance, operations, and business units in APAC to align sourcing activities.
• Monitor contract compliance, manage supplier performance scorecards, and conduct regular business reviews.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytics

Stakeholder management

Communication

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. 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. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. 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.

What this job involves:

As a Sourcing Analyst at JLL, you will lead strategic procurement initiatives that drive value across our APAC operations. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing category-specific sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and negotiating contracts that align with our business objectives across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams spanning multiple countries to identify cost savings opportunities, mitigate supply chain risks, and ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures. At JLL, we are collectively shaping a brighter way — for our clients, ourselves and our fellow employees, and as a Sourcing Manager, you will play a critical role in enabling our organisation to deliver exceptional outcomes. What sets JLL apart is our culture of collaboration, locally and across the globe, and you will leverage this environment to build strong partnerships with internal stakeholders throughout APAC and external vendors across the region. This position requires a strategic thinker who can balance cost optimisation with quality and service delivery while fostering supplier innovation and continuous improvement across diverse APAC markets.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Develop and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies for assigned categories that support business needs across APAC markets while driving measurable value
• Lead end-to-end procurement processes including supplier identification, RFx management, proposal evaluation, and contract negotiation with vendors across the APAC region
• Analyse market trends, supplier capabilities, and total cost of ownership across multiple APAC countries to inform sourcing decisions and recommendations
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers across the region to ensure service level agreements are met and performance is continuously improved
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across finance, operations, and business units in APAC locations to understand requirements and align sourcing activities with organisational goals
• Monitor contract compliance, manage supplier performance scorecards, and conduct regular business reviews to identify improvement opportunities across the region
• Identify and execute cost savings initiatives while maintaining quality standards and managing risk exposure in accordance with regulatory requirements across APAC markets
• Prepare reports and presentations that communicate sourcing strategies, savings achievements, and supplier performance metrics to regional and global leadership

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, Finance, or related field
• Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management with regional or multi-country exposure
• Demonstrated success in managing complex sourcing projects and delivering measurable cost savings across diverse markets
• Strong negotiation skills with proven ability to structure and execute favourable contract terms across different business environments and cultures
• Proficiency in procurement systems, spend analytics tools, and Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel and PowerPoint)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail and data-driven decision-making approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to influence stakeholders at all organisational levels across diverse cultural contexts
• Understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements across key APAC markets

Preferred qualifications:

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline
• Experience in commercial real estate, facilities management, or professional services industries in APAC
• Knowledge of contract law, risk management principles, and regulatory compliance requirements across multiple APAC countries
• Experience with e-procurement platforms, ERP systems (such as SAP or Oracle), and spend management software systems
• Track record of managing vendor relationships and sourcing operations across multiple APAC countries with understanding of regional market dynamics
• Familiarity with sustainable procurement practices and corporate social responsibility initiatives
• Willingness to work effectively across multiple time zones

Location: On-site -Kolkata, WB

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 48

At JLL, we give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success, because we value what makes each of us unique. We help our people thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong. Together, we strive to be exceptional and shape a better world.

For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500 company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities see a brighter way.

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services.

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at [e-mail]. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page.

JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.com.