Senior Sourcing Specialist
JLL · Houston, TX · 4 days ago
RemoteRemotePurchasingFull-time
About the role
The Strategic Sourcing Specialist supports all aspects of Jones Lang LaSalle’s Strategic Sourcing methodology, focusing on commodities within the RFP process. This high-transaction-volume role requires expertise in strategic procurement, contracts management, and familiarity with Federal Procurement Policy and/or Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) for facility services and construction.
Responsibilities
- Manage all aspects of sourcing, procurement, and vendor management, including specialized contracting for facilities management operations.
- Maintain contracts and vendor databases, research new suppliers, and negotiate prices and specifications.
- Oversee the Request for Proposal (RFP) process, including researching vendors, current contracts, pricing, and baseline spending.
- Coordinate RFP package preparation, release to vendors, and collection/summarization of proposal data.
- Collaborate with the Contracts Administrator to ensure compliance with JLL and/or client contracting and procurement standards.
- Collect, analyze, and prepare reports on client satisfaction based on Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and KPIs.
- Generate monthly and quarterly reports on contracts, spend, and savings.
- Create and run small RFPs, analyze price proposals, financial reports, and other data to assess price reasonability and contractor capabilities.
- Negotiate supplier scope of service and pricing.
- Conduct market and spend analysis programs to drive cost savings and supplier improvements.
- Operate in a fast-paced environment with strict timelines, prioritizing tasks to meet goals.
- Proactively manage internal and external customer expectations and deliver high-level communications.
- Develop innovative programs or processes to benefit clients and JLL.
- Continuously improve procurement operations, reduce turnaround time, and streamline work processes.
- Ensure compliance with JLL standard processes and procedures.
- Lead project management for equipment sourcing and installations at client locations.
Requirements
- 3–7 years of experience in a professional, fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access).
- Knowledge of SpendHQ and Corrigo is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational, and analytical skills; problem-solving ability.
- Self-starter and team player with a proven record of excellent internal and external customer service.
- Professional, clear, and concise communication (verbal and written).
- Adherence to the highest professional standards and JLL’s Code of Ethics policy.
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Familiarity with Federal Procurement Policy and/or Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) for facility services and construction.