Global Sourcing Director

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated is seeking a Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing in the United States to lead enterprise-level procurement across global operations, with a focus on Integrated Facilities clients and managed services. You will design advanced sourcing strategies and manage high-value supplier relationships to deliver measurable value.

You will advise senior stakeholders and executives, optimize the supplier base, and drive cost savings and operational excellence through

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Experience in commercial real estate, facilities management.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing across assigned categories with spend analysis, market research, supplier selection, contract negotiation and transitions.
• Develop category strategies aligned with objectives, including total cost of ownership, risk, sustainability and innovation with measurable ROI.
• Run RFx processes for high-value procurements, ensuring competitive positioning and quality.
• Build strategic relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders as primary contact for escalated issues and strategic discussions.
• Analyze spend and market data to identify consolidation opportunities, cost reductions and process improvements.
• Lead cross-functional teams across business units, legal, finance, operations and facilities management.
• Negotiate master service agreements, pricing and terms for enterprise engagements while managing risk exposure.
• Present executive-level insights and recommendations to Supply Chain leadership and C-suite clients.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

RFx processes

Cost reduction

Category strategies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/SCM/Finance

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.

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 Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing at JLL, you'll lead enterprise-level procurement initiatives that drive measurable value across our global operations, with particular focus on Integrated Facilities clients and managed services operations. In this role, you'll design and execute sophisticated sourcing strategies for complex categories, managing high-value supplier relationships while ensuring alignment with broader business objectives for a Life Sciences account.

You'll serve as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, translating procurement expertise into strategic business outcomes.

At JLL, we are collectively shaping a brighter way-for our clients, ourselves and our fellow employees-and your work will directly contribute to this mission by optimizing our supply base, mitigating risk, and unlocking innovation through strategic vendor partnerships. You'll navigate ambiguity with confidence, balancing competing priorities while maintaining unwavering focus on delivering sustainable cost savings and operational excellence. Accountable for delivering sophisticated market intelligence, supplier analytics, and operational insights across services operations, you'll direct cross-functional teams and field resources to execute complex strategic initiatives with measurable business impact.

You'll architect and implement standardized, best-in-class sourcing frameworks and processes across multiple accounts to enhance efficiency, scalability, and competitive advantage. We embrace more innovative ways of working and prioritize opportunities to strengthen and advance your career, providing you with exposure to diverse categories and senior leadership while building your influence across the organization as you partner strategically with C-suite clients and senior JLL leadership to deliver transformational and sustained value.

What your day-to-day will look like

• Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing projects across assigned categories, from spend analysis and market research through supplier selection, contract negotiation, and seamless operational transitions
• Develop comprehensive category strategies that align with business objectives, incorporating total cost of ownership analysis, risk mitigation, sustainability goals, responsible procurement initiatives, and innovation opportunities with measurable ROI
• Conduct sophisticated RFx processes for high-value, complex procurements, ensuring competitive market positioning while maintaining quality standards and supplier relationship integrity
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders, serving as the primary point of contact for escalated issues and strategic discussions while proactively managing expectations at all organizational levels
• Analyze spend data and market intelligence to identify consolidation opportunities, cost reduction initiatives, and process improvements that drive enterprise value
• Lead cross-functional project teams through complex sourcing initiatives, facilitating alignment across business units, legal, finance, operations, Facility Management, and Property Management
• Negotiate master service agreements, pricing structures, and contract terms for enterprise-level engagements, ensuring favorable commercial terms while managing risk exposure
• Lead Quarterly Business Reviews with strategic suppliers, driving performance accountability, continuous improvement, and enhanced supplier relationship management across enterprise accounts
• Provide executive-level reporting, insights, and strategic recommendations to Supply Chain leadership, senior business stakeholders, and C-suite clients with clarity and confidence

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field preferred
• Experience in commercial real estate, faci