Assistant Specialist, Strategic Sourcing

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Dallas, Fort Worth (TX, TX); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with match

Medical-Dental-Vision coverage

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Daily Pay - Early access to earned w/3

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL) is seeking a Contracts Administrator to manage end-to-end contract lifecycle activities, including drafting service agreements, renewals, and terminations. You will onboard vendors, administer submissions in Jaggaer, Aravo, and Corrigo, and generate critical procurement reports for leadership across Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain, and Facilities Management.

Remote role based in Dallas, TX with strong compliance focus, data analysis, and process improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 2–6 years of contracts administration.
• Experience with contract renewals, negotiations, and compliance monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end contract lifecycle activities, including drafting, renewals, and terminations.
• Onboard vendors and handle system submissions in Aravo, Jaggaer, and Corrigo.
• Produce weekly/monthly reports for Sourcing, Supply Chain, and Facilities leadership.
• Support property transitions and wind-down activities.
• Review data for anomalies and ensure 95%+ compliance; implement improvements.
• Create process documentation and participate in RFP activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet stakeholder expectations.

Skills

Contract management

Renewals & negotiations

Compliance monitoring

Vendor management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS)

Tools

Jaggaer

Aravo

Corrigo

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

• Manage end-to-end contract lifecycle activities: Draft service agreements, process renewals and extensions through Jaggaer, ensure compliance with JLL Legal and client terms, and coordinate termination requests with formal vendor notifications.
• Execute vendor onboarding and system administration: Process vendor submissions through Aravo, create Corrigo registration records, upload and verify Time & Materials Rate Cards, and maintain vendor data integrity across multiple platforms.
• Generate critical operational reports: Produce Weekly Sourcing Request Reports, Contract Expiration Reports, and Monthly MBR tracking documents for distribution to Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain, and Facilities Management leadership teams.
• Support property transitions and closures: Manage Property Closure Requests for decommissioned sites, distribute closure notices to vendors, and coordinate contractual wind‑down activities during site transitions.
• Conduct data analysis and quality assurance: Review contract and vendor data to identify anomalies and risks, perform system audits to maintain 95%+ compliance rates, and recommend corrective actions for process improvements.
• Develop process documentation and support strategic initiatives: Create and update Quick Reference Guides for sourcing processes, participate in RFP/bid activities, and contribute market intelligence for strategic sourcing decisions.
• Collaborate across functions: Partner with Sourcing Leaders, Facilities Management, Engineering, and Supply Chain Operations teams to prioritize deliverables, resolve operational issues, and maintain stakeholder satisfaction through proactive communication.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from four‑year college or university, or 2‑6 years of contracts administration, strategic sourcing operations, or vendor management experience, preferably in Indirect Services.
• Demonstrated capability in contract management, including renewals, negotiations, and compliance monitoring.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with contract or sourcing management systems (e.g., Jaggaer, Aravo, Corrigo) required; demonstrated system administration capability preferred.
• Experience maintaining 95%+ compliance rates in contract or vendor management systems.
• Project management capabilities and ability to contribute to challenging work within team environment.
• Detail‑oriented approach with strong commitment to accuracy, quality control, and compliance in high‑volume environments.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while knowing when to elevate issues appropriately.
• Proactive, results‑driven professional with strong initiative and consistent track record of achieving objectives under demanding workloads.
• Customer‑focused problem solver committed to timely issue resolution and continuous process improvement.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with proven ability to manage multiple tasks and deliverables within established guidelines and policies.
• Analytical ability to review, interpret, and analyze data with minimal support, exercising independent judgment on projects with reasonable complexity.
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written – with ability to manage internal and external stakeholder expectations proactively.
• Proficient PC skills with expertise in MS Office, Google Suite, and AI applications.

Expected compensation for this position: 87,100.00 – 106,600.00 USD per year. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location: Remote – Dallas, TX

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act, criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment.

Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest.

Pursuant to Columbia, SC ordinance, this position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job‑related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, JLL will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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. Fortune500 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 WAYSM. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.com.