Assistant Specialist, Strategic Sourcing

JLL; Trenton (NJ); Remote; USD 63,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Real Estate and Investment Management is seeking a skilled individual in strategic sourcing to join their supportive team. This role offers comprehensive benefits, including a competitive salary and flexibility for remote work. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with a focus on providing support to operations teams and ensuring compliance with contractual agreements.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) plan with matching contributions

Paid parental leave at 100% of salary

Paid time off and company holidays

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of strategic sourcing experience.
• Self-motivated with strong communication and analytical abilities.
• Ideal candidate has organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support and guide operations teams regarding RFP/bid and contracting processes.
• Create and track Sourcing Requests for contract renewals and new services.
• Ensure compliance with contractual terms via liaison with Shared Services and Corporate Legal.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical ability

Written communication skills

Oral communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS)

Job description

Employer Industry: Real Estate and Investment Management

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary up to $75,250 per year
- Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) plan with matching contributions, medical, dental, and vision care
- Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Opportunity to work remotely from multiple locations across the U.S.
- Supportive culture that prioritizes mental, physical, and emotional well-being

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Provide support and guidance to operations teams regarding RFP/bid, contracting, and operational processes
- Create and track Sourcing Requests for contract extensions, renewals, and new services
- Serve as a liaison between Shared Services, Corporate Legal, and Risk Management to ensure compliance with contractual terms
- Assist the Sourcing Leader with work priorities and timely completion of deliverables
- Conduct system audits to ensure accurate KPI reporting

What is Required (Qualifications):
- 2-5 years of strategic sourcing experience
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
- Strong analytical ability and proven capacity to work independently in a decentralized environment
- Excellent oral and written communication skills

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from a four-year college or university
- Experience in project management and business transitions

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