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Procurement and Sourcing Leader – Construction
Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.. Establish and lead the sourcing function for the Project & Development Services team (Construction) .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in sourcing processes, vendor management, and procurement compliance within the construction industry. Proficient in developing performance management systems and utilizing procurement technology to enhance operational efficiency.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Sourcing Process DesignVendor ManagementCompetitive Bidding ExpertiseProcurement Software ProficiencyConstruction Industry Knowledge
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Hard Skills
Procurement ReportingVendor Prequalification ProgramsPerformance Management SystemsData AnalysisContracting KnowledgeRisk AllocationEvaluation MethodologiesConstruction Trades KnowledgeHigh-Volume Sourcing OperationsProcess Discipline
Soft Skills
Stakeholder CommunicationRelationship BuildingProblem SolvingNegotiation SkillsTeam Collaboration
Tools & Technologies
JaggaerAravoMicrosoft ExcelReporting PlatformsAnalytics Tools
Industry Keywords
Construction ManagementSupply Chain ManagementCorporate Real EstateProfessional ServicesEthical SourcingCompliance RequirementsContractual ObligationsVendor Performance FrameworksSourcing Event DocumentationMarket Monitoring
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Establish and lead the sourcing function for the Project & Development Services team (Construction)
- Design and implement comprehensive sourcing processes meeting contractual competitive-bidding obligations
- Establish standardized workflows from sourcing initiation through vendor selection and contract award
- Create sourcing event templates, evaluation criteria, bid packages, and selection methodologies
- Develop sourcing timelines and milestones aligned with project schedules
- Manage 150–500 sourcing events annually across approximately 50 projects
- Use and improve technology solutions supporting sourcing processes and cycle times
- Ensure sourcing compliance with contractual requirements, client policies, and JLL standards
- Build and maintain a comprehensive design and construction vendor library across North and South America
- Manage vendor prequalification, documentation, regional databases, segmentation, and deployment readiness
- Establish vendor performance frameworks, tracking systems, scorecards, dashboards, and business reviews
- Serve as primary liaison with client procurement teams and provide sourcing and compliance reporting
- Present sourcing outcomes and communicate strategies, challenges, and successes to stakeholders
- Maintain sourcing-event documentation and implement conflict-of-interest and ethical-sourcing protocols
- Monitor vendor compliance and mitigate procurement risks
- Coordinate with JLL Legal, Risk Management, and Compliance teams
- Conduct audits of sourcing processes and vendor files
- Monitor construction markets, contractor availability, and pricing trends across the Americas
- Develop category strategies, negotiate favorable terms, and identify panel or preferred-vendor arrangements
- Continuously improve processes, implement procurement technology, develop automation, and generate analytics
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Construction Management, or related field
- 5+ years of progressive procurement or sourcing experience, preferably in construction, corporate real estate, or professional services
- Proven track record managing high-volume sourcing operations with demonstrated process discipline and scalability
- Deep knowledge of construction trades, subcontracting practices, and vendor management
- Experience developing vendor prequalification programs, performance management systems, and contractor databases
- Strong understanding of competitive bidding processes, evaluation methodologies, and selection best practices
- Expertise creating procurement reporting and dashboards for executive and client audiences
- Experience working with client procurement organizations and building trusted advisor relationships
- Knowledge of construction contracting, insurance requirements, and risk allocation
- Proficiency in procurement software, vendor management systems, and data analysis tools, preferably Jaggaer and Aravo
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with reporting/analytics platforms
- Understanding of procurement regulations, compliance requirements, and ethical sourcing principles
- Candidates 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 position with flexibility to work across all time zones in Americas