Sr. Procurement Specialist

Cushman & Wakefield; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield in Chicago seeks a Sr. Procurement Specialist to lead supplier consolidation, RFP activities, contract management, and supplier audits for client accounts.

You will collaborate across teams to ensure compliant, cost-effective sourcing solutions. The ideal candidate holds a related bachelor’s degree, with advanced degrees a plus, and brings strong Excel/PowerPoint skills, procurement experience, and excellent stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required or equivalent.
• Advanced degree is a plus.
• Experience in Facilities Management/Indirect Procurement or equivalent is desired.
• Familiarity with contracting, amendments, and explaining contract specifics to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze the supply base to consolidate suppliers and improve service levels for client accounts.
• Develop bid packages including SOW, service levels, KPIs, pricing matrix under supervision.
• Manage RFP activity, load into e-sourcing tool, coordinate with suppliers and site tours.
• Conduct supplier audits to ensure use of preferred suppliers and contract templates.
• Evaluate supplier proposals, conduct QBRs, and support stakeholder presentations.
• Collaborate with suppliers to draft contracts using templates and ensure accurate SOW, pricing, site, and equipment lists.
• Coordinate with C&W and clients to evaluate contract compliance and engage Legal and Risk as needed.
• Use Contract Management systems for lifecycle management of supplier contracts.
• Maintain records and track multiple sourcing events.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Stakeholder communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Contract management software

Job description

Job Title

Sr. Procurement Specialist

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Our Core Values Driven

We celebrate determination in pursuit of excellence. Resilient: We navigate uncertainty with courage and adapt to deliver impactful outcomes. Inclusive: We value curiosity and collaboration. We seek out different perspectives, listen actively and turn feedback into solutions. Visionary: Our continuous quest for improvement is guided by our desire to design a better future. Entrepreneurial: We act like owners. We are resourceful, creative, and agile, and we balance competing needs to create impactful solutions for the real estate industry.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze the supply base to implement supplier consolidation and enhance service levels for client accounts.
• Under the supervision of the Procurement Manager and Account Manager, develop bid packages including the statement of work, service levels, KPIs, pricing matrix.
• Manage RFP activity including loading RFPs into the e-sourcing tool, transmitting to invited suppliers, facilitating site tours, and coordinating answers to supplier questions.
• Conduct supplier audits to ensure utilization of preferred/approved suppliers, contract templates, and other tools and templates.
• Evaluate supplier proposals, conduct supplier QBRs, and assist in evaluation presentations to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with suppliers to draft and facilitate contracts, utilizing templates and processes to ensure accuracy in areas like the final negotiated Scope of Work, pricing, site, and equipment lists.
• Liaise with C&W and/or client to evaluate contract compliance and policies, review compliance of service agreements terms and conditions, COI Escalations, and engage Legal and Risk Departments where necessary.
• Use Contract Management systems for supplier contract lifecycle management.
• Maintain organized records and establish tracking to manage the workflow of multiple concurrent sourcing events.
• Serves as subject matter expert during client presentation delivery by conducting all meetings with internal and external customers using a high degree of persuasive ability, professionalism, tact, good judgment, and diplomacy.
• Perform other miscellaneous related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Advanced degree is a plus.
• Related Facilities Management/Indirect Procurement or equivalent experience desired.
• Must be familiar with legal aspects of contracting including reading and interpreting contracts and related documentation, ability to prepare amendments, and ability to explain to stakeholders the specifics of the contracts.

Targeted Competencies

• Self-motivated and working independently to find solutions.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical & presentation skills (Excel & PowerPoint expertise required).
• Ability to deliver excellent customer service and people management skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and the flexibility to handle multiple competing priorities.
• Skilled in stakeholder communication and relationship management across various levels of leadership Strong understanding of the Strategic Sourcing processes and demonstrated proficiency with e-tools such as e-Sourcing, and contract management systems.
• Proficiency with excel data analysis, reporting, project management and demonstrated capabilities with managing multiple projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Leverage predictive analytics to identify long-term sourcing opportunities in spend data, contract cycles, and supplier performance patterns.
• Experience in the Commercial Real Estate and/or Facility Management environments desired.

Benefits and Compensation

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

The compensation for the position is: $ 76,500.00 - $90,000.00

Equal Opportunity Statement

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email [e-mail]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

About Cushman & Wakefield

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About Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for occupiers and investors with approximately 53,000 employees in over 350 offices and nearly 60 countries. In 2025, the firm reported revenue of $10.3 billion across its core service lines of services, Leasing, Capital markets, and Valuation and other. Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award-winning culture. For additional information, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com