Category Manager, Hard Services

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

. Develop and manage hard service categories including MEP, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, critical environment, and fire and life safety .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $110,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, with a strong focus on developing and executing category strategies, managing supplier relationships, and delivering financial targets. Proficient in data analytics and reporting, with the ability to facilitate strategic partnerships and drive operational improvements.

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Procurement ManagementCategory Strategy DevelopmentSupplier Relationship ManagementData AnalyticsContract Negotiation

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Hard Skills

Category ManagementSourcingRFP ManagementFinancial Target DeliverySupplier Due DiligenceMarket IntelligenceData AnalysisReport PreparationOperational TransitionCompliance Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsAnalytical AbilityCommunication SkillsTeamwork

Tools & Technologies

JLL ToolsMS Applications

Industry Keywords

MEPMechanicalElectricalPlumbingCritical EnvironmentFire and Life SafetyResponsible ProcurementIndirect Corporate Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and manage hard service categories including MEP, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, critical environment, and fire and life safety
Develop, execute, and maintain short-, mid-, and long-term category strategies
Build strategic relationships with suppliers and industry leaders
Manage category-specific segmentation of service providers and supply partners
Share market intelligence, best practices, and category expertise
Drive category opportunity agendas and deliver financial targets
Plan procurement events, manage RFPs and quotations, analyze bids, and recommend awards
Liaise with stakeholders for contract approvals, savings reporting, documentation, and compliance
Use supply chain data analytics to assess needs and portfolios
Rationalize the supply base and maintain a strategic supply partner framework
Identify and qualify new suppliers using market and industry intelligence
Identify risks and provide mitigation solutions
Manage supplier relationships using JLL tools
Act as internal issue resolution point and review supplier performance
Provide functional leadership and peer group alignment
Develop and implement policies and procedures
Prepare reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders
Lead sourcing functions including supplier due diligence, RFPs, bids, contract negotiations, and operational transition
Partner with functional leads and business stakeholders to drive immediate and sustained benefits
Manage savings tracking and supplier initiatives
Conduct supplier performance reviews, manage scorecards, contract compliance, and service obligations
Incorporate Responsible Procurement
Serve as subject matter expert and main point of contact for the category

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree / Degree in Procurement or Supply Chain preferred
5-7 years procurement-related technical category management experience
Excellent interpersonal and organization skills
Strong analytical ability
Ability to work on a regional scale and across different time zones
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proven ability to facilitate strategic supplier relationships and work with senior business executives and procurement leadership
Collaborative and influencing style with a focus on teamwork
Proven ability to deliver results in challenging environments
Expertise in sourcing with demonstrated ability to manage change
Ability to sell and present initiatives and/or new ideas
Experience in sourcing indirect corporate services and products
Excellent PC skills and proficiency in MS applications
Excellent ability to work with large amounts of data and build reports
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strict timelines
Ability to work with senior leadership and global teams
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
No visa sponsorship provided

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
Supportive culture prioritizing mental, physical and emotional health
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities