Assistant Specialist, Strategic Sourcing

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated is hiring for the Assistant Specialist, Strategic Sourcing role, focusing on optimizing managed services operations. You will collaborate with various teams to ensure contractual compliance and operational excellence while leading strategic initiatives.

This position involves supporting operations teams, tracking sourcing requests, and conducting compliance reporting analysis.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in contract management or procurement.
• Familiarity with vendor optimization strategies.
• Understanding of KPI development in facilities management.

Responsibilities

• Support operations with RFP processes and contracting procedures.
• Create and track Sourcing Requests for service agreements.
• Conduct analysis and generate compliance reports.

Skills

Contract management

Procurement

Compliance

Project management

Strong analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Supply Chain Management

Tools

Work order management systems

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. Assistant Specialist, Strategic Sourcing – JLL

What this job involves:

As an Assistant Specialist, Strategic Sourcing, you will play a critical role in optimizing JLL's managed services operations and sourcing strategies for Integrated Facilities and Property Management clients. You will serve as a key liaison between operations teams, Shared Services, Corporate Legal, and Risk Management, ensuring contractual compliance and driving operational excellence. This position offers the opportunity to lead strategic initiatives, deliver supplier improvements, and directly contribute to client satisfaction through meticulous contract management and process optimization.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Support operations teams with RFP/bid processes, contracting procedures, and operational workflows while proactively managing internal and external customer expectations
• Create and track Sourcing Requests for contract extensions, renewals, and new service agreements
• Coordinate between Shared Services, Corporate Legal, and Risk Management to ensure all contractual terms comply with standards and receive formal approval
• Conduct analysis and generate compliance reports identifying risks and gaps between procurement and work order systems
• Complete system audits to validate KPI reporting accuracy and data integrity
• Verify and update compensation rates in Work Order systems to align with service agreements and contractual increases
• Assist the Sourcing Leader with work priorities, deliverables, and issue resolution to ensure client and customer satisfaction

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field or applicable experience
• 3+ years of experience in contract management, procurement, or compliance within facilities management or property services

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with JLL systems or similar integrated facilities management platforms
• Knowledge of legal and risk management review processes for service contracts
• Familiarity with supplier relationship management and vendor optimization strategies
• Project management skills with experience leading cross-functional initiatives
• Understanding of KPI development and performance metrics in facilities management
• Background in shared services environments or centralized procurement operations
• Demonstrated knowledge of RFP/bid processes and contract negotiation fundamentals
• Proficiency with work order management systems and procurement platforms
• Strong analytical skills with experience in compliance reporting and risk assessment
• Excellent communication skills with ability to coordinate across legal, operations, and risk management teams
• Detail-oriented approach with proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Location: Remote

At JLL, we are collectively shaping a brighter way — for our clients, ourselves and our fellow employees. We choose to take the more inspiring, innovative, and optimistic path on our journey toward success. What sets JLL apart is our culture of collaboration, locally and across the globe, which allows us to create transformative solutions for the real estate industry. We support each other's wellbeing and champion inclusivity and belonging across teams. JLL is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

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

Location: Remote –Malvern, PA

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

• 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

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.

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