Procurement Technology Director

CBRE; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE seeks a Procurement Technology Director in Richardson, TX to provide strategic vision and supervision of the Procurement Technology platform. You will lead a team, manage budgets, and partner with vendors to deliver innovative technology solutions for CBRE’s global procurement needs.

You will drive talent development, oversee recruitment, and coordinate cross‑functional initiatives with senior leaders to optimize service delivery and cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of relevant experience in leadership roles.
• Experience staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, and performance appraisal.
• Knowledge of AI/LLM technologies and applying AI to improve operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Procurement Technology team and drive performance.
• Oversee recruitment, staffing, and talent development.
• Define and manage budgets and vendor relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Staffing

AI/LLM

Vendor management

Budgeting

Recruitment

Presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Role

As a CBRE Procurement Technology Director, you will assist with providing strategic vision and supervision to the department responsible for supporting the CBRE Procurement Technology platform. The role is part of the Business Systems Job Function. They are responsible for working with internal partners and business units to develop, install and enhance new and current systems.

What You’ll Do

• Lead, mentor, and formally supervise employees, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the team.
• Drive performance excellence through comprehensive evaluations, targeted coaching, and strategic talent development initiatives.
• Orchestrate the full recruitment and hiring lifecycle, ensuring the attraction and retention of top-tier talent.
• Strategically coordinate and optimize daily team operations, meticulously establishing work schedules, task assignments, and comprehensive cross‑training programs.
• Champion accountability by setting and rigorously tracking critical deadlines for both individual staff and departmental objectives, providing expert mentorship and coaching as needed.
• Lead the continuous review and enhancement of systems and processes, ensuring superior service delivery to internal stakeholders.
• Flawlessly execute departmental internal controls, financial policies, and procedures, meticulously managing projects to ensure adherence to cost and time constraints while providing insightful performance and status reports to senior management.
• Cultivate and maintain robust relationships with key technology vendors, optimizing partnerships for mutual benefit and strategic advantage.
• Actively contribute to the sales team's efforts, aggressively pursuing new small to medium‑sized business ventures. Expertly develop compelling RFP responses and deliver persuasive sales pitches to showcase innovative technology solutions.
• Strategically manage and forecast annual departmental budgets, driving financial performance through astute budgeting, rigorous evaluation, and insightful interpretation of business trends.
• Facilitate seamless platform implementation during new client transitions, adeptly allocating resources and collaborating closely with clients to validate and exceed service delivery expectations.
• Leverage a robust, multidisciplinary knowledge base, deep business acumen, and a keen understanding of key drivers to significantly impact departmental and cross‑functional performance.
• Proactively identify and resolve complex, multi‑dimensional operational and organizational challenges by strategically deploying appropriate internal and external resources.
• Establish and rigorously uphold high service level expectations for the support of standard technology platforms, ensuring consistent excellence.
• Strategically coordinate system strategies with field management, accounting, other client support groups, and senior business leaders to achieve synergistic objectives.
• Proactively review and refine existing and proposed systems and procedures, implementing impactful changes that guarantee consistent delivery of superior‑quality services.
• Pioneer and implement significant improvements to existing methods, processes, and standards within the job discipline, driving innovation and efficiency.
• Exemplify and model behaviors consistent with CBRE RISE values, inspiring and influencing managers and colleagues to drive action guided by organizational business plans. Masterfully negotiate with external partners, vendors, and customers of diverse interests to achieve common, mutually beneficial goals.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor's Degree preferred with 8-12 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Experience in the areas of staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising, and rewarding performance and retention is preferred.
• Ability to apply robust knowledge of multiple disciplines, the business and key drivers which impact departmental and cross functional performance.
• Ability to lead the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficult information, convey performance expectations, and handle problems.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Demonstrated expertise in emerging AI and large language model (LLM) technologies, including use case development, prompt engineering, and the application of AI solutions to improve operational efficiency and business outcomes.
• A genuine people person with exceptional communication and presentation skills, able to partner with stakeholders globally to conceptualize solutions, align business needs, and drive meaningful outcomes.
• Expert organizational skills and an advanced inquisitive mind.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward‑thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Authorization & Hiring

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

About CBRE Group, Inc.

CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).