Sr. Manager, Strategic Sourcing

JLL; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL is seeking a Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing to drive enterprise-level procurement initiatives across global operations, with a Life Sciences focus. You will design and execute sophisticated sourcing strategies for complex categories, manage high-value supplier relationships, and align with executive objectives.

You will lead RFx processes, negotiate master service agreements, and deliver measurable cost savings while guiding cross-functional teams, including legal, finance, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field; 7–10+ years in strategic sourcing/procurement.
• Experience in life sciences, pharma, or regulated environments is a plus.
• Proven track record delivering cost savings and supplier performance across multi-site portfolios.
• Strong leadership, influencing senior stakeholders across geographies.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing projects across assigned categories, from spend analysis to supplier selection and contract negotiations.
• Develop category strategies aligned with business objectives, including TCO, risk, sustainability, and innovation.
• Conduct RFx processes for high-value procurements with supplier relationship integrity.
• Build strategic supplier relationships and serve as primary contact for escalated issues.
• Analyze spend data and market intelligence to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
• Lead cross-functional teams across legal, finance, operations, and facilities management.
• Negotiate master service agreements and terms for enterprise engagements with favorable terms.
• Lead quarterly business reviews with strategic suppliers and provide executive-level reporting and recommendations.
• Provide strategic guidance to supply chain leadership and senior stakeholders or C-suite clients.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Advanced Excel/Modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field

MBA preferred or CPSM/CPM/CIPS certification

Tools

Jaggaer

Ariba

Job description

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.

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, facilities management, or professional services environments
• 7-10+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or category management, with demonstrated success managing complex, high-value sourcing initiatives (facility services expertise strongly preferred)
• Demonstrated leadership in managing high-performing teams and influencing senior stakeholders across multiple organizational levels and geographies
• Proven track record of leading enterprise-level negotiations and delivering significant cost savings and process improvements in complex, multi-site environments
• Strong analytical capabilities with expertise in spend analysis, market research, total cost modeling, and financial evaluation of sourcing decisions
• Exceptional stakeholder management and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build consensus, translate sourcing strategies into tangible business outcomes, and present complex information to executive audiences
• Advanced knowledge of sourcing methodologies, contract structures, procurement best practices, compliance protocols, and risk management frameworks
• Advanced proficiency with procurement systems, spend analysis tools, and Microsoft Office suite (particularly Excel including advanced formulas/pivot tables, PowerPoint, and Word)

Preferred qualifications

• Master's degree (MBA preferred) or professional certification (CPSM, CPM, CIPS, or equivalent)
• Demonstrated experience in Life Sciences, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related highly regulated industries
• Strong understanding of FDA regulations, GMP requirements, and quality systems relevant to Life Sciences procurement
• Demonstrated success implementing strategic sourcing programs or procurement transformations
• Experience managing direct reports, developing high-performing teams, and mentoring on advanced RFP/bid methodologies and operational excellence
• Extensive experience with enterprise procurement platforms (Jaggaer, Ariba, or similar e-sourcing and supplier management systems)
• Knowledge of contract law, sustainability frameworks, responsible procurement best practices, and compliance requirements