Director, Strategic Sourcing

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

. Lead and grow a high-performing Grounds (Landscape & Snow Removal) S&P team for a large client .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado • United StatesLead💰 $120,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing and procurement for Integrated Facilities Management (IFM), with a strong focus on supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, and performance optimization. Proven ability to lead complex RFx processes and manage high-visibility service categories while ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence.

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Strategic Sourcing ExperienceIntegrated Facilities Management (IFM) ProcurementEnd-to-End RFx Process ManagementContract NegotiationStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Strategic SourcingContract NegotiationRFx Process ManagementData AnalysisSupplier Relationship ManagementPerformance OptimizationMarket Trend AnalysisRisk MitigationCommercial StrategySourcing Strategy Development

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadership Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeExcelPower QueryZoomMicrosoft Teams

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeMBA or Advanced Credentials Preferred

Industry Keywords

Facilities ServicesIntegrated Facilities ManagementSourcing ComplianceSupplier GovernanceOperational Intelligence

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and grow a high-performing Grounds (Landscape & Snow Removal) S&P team for a large client
Manage expectations and team deliverables with S&P account leadership, Account leadership, and the client
Own and execute the long-term sourcing strategy for the Grounds IFM category
Drive performance, cost optimization, risk mitigation, governance, and innovation across the Grounds portfolio
Provide strategic vision and subject-matter expertise for Landscape and Snow Removal sourcing, supplier relationships, and program management
Analyze market trends, supplier bases, and industry changes and report findings to stakeholders
Advise stakeholders on scope development, risk mitigation, contract structure, and supplier strategy
Lead large-scale RFI, RFP, and RFQ processes from initiation through contract award and transition
Develop sourcing strategies, scopes, commercial models, evaluation frameworks, and award recommendations
Lead supplier communications, negotiations, clarifications, final selection, documentation, compliance, and governance
Partner with operations teams to standardize RFP/bid and contracting processes
Identify risks and opportunities and recommend mitigation strategies
Oversee sourcing compliance, controls, technology tools, and adherence to the S&P Playbook
Independently negotiate master service agreements and performance-based contracts
Coordinate with Corporate Legal and Risk Management on contractual terms and approvals
Guide supplier relationship and performance programs, scorecards, QBRs, and quarterly reports
Mentor and educate suppliers and proactively resolve performance issues
Recruit, develop, coach, retain, and lead sourcing professionals
Establish priorities, assign deliverables, resolve operational issues, and ensure client satisfaction
Present sourcing strategies, award recommendations, and performance results to senior leadership and clients
Lead client meetings and strategy sessions and represent procurement in governance and executive forums
Deliver market, supplier, and operational intelligence and proactively escalate issues with recommended solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of strategic sourcing experience for services or indirect categories related to facilities services, with demonstrated experience in Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) procurement
Consistent availability during standard business hours (e.g., 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST)
Reliable access to desk, computer, phone, email, and video conferencing systems (Zoom / Microsoft Teams)
Proven people management experience
Proven experience independently leading end-to-end RFx processes in complex environments
Strong stakeholder management skills in complex environments
Executive presence and ability to influence senior leaders
Strategic mindset with comfort operating in ambiguity
Demonstrated bias for action
Demonstrated success managing high-visibility service categories, preferably IFM or facilities-related services
Experience in contract negotiation and commercial strategy
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, analytical, oral, and written communication skills
Excellent PC skills and proficiency in MS Office applications — Excel, Word & PowerPoint
Advanced proficiency in Excel and Power Query, with ability to clean, merge, and analyze large-scale datasets
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from a four-year college or university
Willingness to travel within the U.S. (approximately 30%)
MBA or advanced credentials preferred
Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

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
Remote work arrangement
Company-provided access to desk, computer, phone, email, and video conferencing systems for operational needs