Director – Data Centers, Client Sourcing/Procurement (REMOTE)

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Medical, Dental & Vision

Parental leave

Paid Time Off

Daily Pay

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) seeks a Divisional Director – Data Centers, Client Sourcing, to lead strategic sourcing across its data center portfolio. You will build and mentor teams, drive supplier performance, and partner with leadership to align with client objectives and market intelligence.

Travel up to 25% (US based). Location preference: Chrome, IL hybrid; remote options available. Competitive compensation US$170k–$215k per year and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university
• 15–20 years experience in sourcing and procurement
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Proven track record leading teams
• Experience in a matrix client organization
• Travel: 25% (US based).
• Locations: Chrome, IL hybrid (preferred); Open to other US locations (remote options).

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead high-performing data center sourcing teams.
• Execute data center sourcing strategies aligned with leadership goals.
• Manage supplier relationships, performance, risk and savings programs.
• Collaborate with Americas Leadership, Solutions Development and business units.
• Lead renewals, expansions, and new business with senior leaders and client objectives.

Skills

Excellent communication

Leadership

Matrix client organization

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS)

MBA

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:

The Divisional Director – Data Centers, Client Sourcing leader within the procurement team exists to drive strategic sourcing excellence across JLL's Data Center portfolio, ensuring that transformation and operational excellence happen through disciplined supplier management, strategic vision, and high-performing teams. This leader will be the critical link between Data Center leadership goals, market intelligence, and client-specific sourcing strategies, delivering sustainable value and best-in-class performance. This is a role for someone who runs toward complexity, who gets energy from building high-performing teams, who can balance strategic vision with tactical execution, and who understands that supplier relationships and business outcomes are deeply interconnected. As Data Center Sourcing Leader, you will serve as the strategic sourcing partner to Data Center leadership and clients, while building and leading a world-class sourcing organization. You will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies that incorporate Data Center leadership goals, market intelligence, subject matter expertise, and individual client strategies. Your remit is fourfold: Develop and lead high-performing sourcing teams. You will recruit, develop, and retain top sourcing talent, creating integrated teams committed to delivering sustainable operational excellence. You will manage and coach Group Sourcing Leads, Team Leads, and Large Account Leaders, developing succession plans and fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture. Execute sourcing strategies with excellence. You will develop Data Center sourcing strategies that align with leadership goals and client objectives. You will establish and maintain relationships within Americas' Leadership across all business lines, proactively manage suppliers to meet performance expectations, and provide strategic vision for all sourcing and procurement aspects of the business. Grow the business through strategic partnerships. You will manage interactions with sourcing teams across Category Management, Solutions Development, and Sourcing Enablement to support the sales process. You will take a visible role as the subject matter expert on renewals, expansions, and new business, working in active partnership with Managing Directors, Account Directors, Solutions Development, and Business Development. Achieve financial and compliance results. You will identify risks and opportunities, manage suppliers through established performance management programs, own sourcing compliance and controls across Data Center accounts, and develop systematic methods for savings monitoring, supplier performance tracking, and sourcing effectiveness.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university, MBA preferred
• At least 15-20 years of experience working with sourcing and procurement
• Excellent communication skills – oral and written
• Proven track record leading successful teams of leaders
• Demonstrated experience working in a matrix client organization
• Travel: 25% (US based)
• Locations: Chrome, IL hybrid (preferred) Open to other US locations (remote options)

Competencies:

• Collaborative and influential leader – persuasive and instills confidence among stakeholders; significant gravitas to have impact and respect among peer group throughout
• Work Dynamics: Collaborative approach – works effectively across a complex matrix organization with a team and firm-first orientation; teams with constituents who vary in approach and style to achieve results
• Company and Industry Knowledge – demonstrated understanding of JLL Work Dynamics, the real estate industry, competitive landscape, and specific industries as applicable
• Influential Communication and Presentation Skills – ability to persuasively engage internal and client stakeholders via formal and informal conversations/presentations to achieve industry goals
• Leadership – engage and inspire proactive collaboration within and outside of S&P organization, build talent, communicate effectively, and build relationships; inspire trust, adapt, and learn
• Client Centric – ability to lead with a focus on client needs to create and deliver on solutions expectations by every measure and are valuable to the client and JLL
• Negotiation Skills – ability to bridge differences to deliver win‑win agreements by understanding our value, positions, and points of flexibility
• Transformational leadership – leads change with energy and resilience to propel the business forward; has the courage to make difficult decisions and take calculated risks; adjusts style to accommodate individuals and the various phases of growth
• Strategic and critical thinking – exhibits strong levels of insight and has a reputation as a forward thinker

Benefits:

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth: JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.

Some of these benefits include:

• 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.

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

Location: Remote –Atlanta, GA, Chicago, IL, Dallas, TX, Denver, CO, New York, NY, Phoenix, AZ

Expected compensation for this position: 170,000.00 – 215,000.00 USD per year

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

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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.

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