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Regional Account Procurement Lead
JLL Workplace Management (WPM)
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
OVERALL ROLE
The Procurement Manager is responsible for all the sourcing management activities across all sites or in-scope region within the account. He will develop, get approval and ensure implementation of the sourcing strategies and manage areas of sourcing responsibility and process knowledge.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership (where applicable)
Support the development of the category strategies and lead sourcing plans and the implementation of those strategies
Serve as the subject matter expert for the category area and to maintain and develop this knowledge
Support and drive initiatives for the defined key suppliers of the category
Client/Stakeholder Management
Work closely with key stakeholders to ensure the collation of category requirements including spend, demand, supplier performance and service requirements in a logical format.
Drive business relationship with the other team members
Be the Main point of contact in the resolution of escalated supplier issues and ensure appropriate supplier management and performance metrics have been agreed
Business Operations
Design sourcing plans and deliver those strategies directly or indirectly as business requires. Balances the business needs, company risk and supply market capability to determine the optimum route to deliver maximum value
Ensure sourcing strategies are aligned to account strategy or Client deliverables.
Drive operational compliance in the areas of contract management and insurance certificates.
Manage, in conjunction with Account Manager, the supplier spend to achieve baseline targets including glide path savings
Support any ad-hoc tasks as assigned by Account Manager, not limited to the duties / responsibilities as described, to support the business requirements.
Management
Deliver sourcing plans in a consistent way and manage the Rfx on behalf of the Client.
Handle the development, implementation and maintenance of vendor, Rfx & other procurement/sourcing related documents and reports.
Build consensus and deliver “buy in” at account level for sourcing strategies. Steer consistent implementation across all sites within the account, acting as central point of contact for solving strategy
Track, review and report on sourcing project performance, plan implementation and use this information to determine opportunities for further improvement to category strategy definition and target setting
Define and initiate complexity reduction initiatives and standardisation programs through involvement of all sites.
Manage risk to the account through robust sourcing strategies and sourcing management and by ensuring adherence to corporate compliance, platform and policy.
CANDIDATE SPECIFICATION:
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA
Ideal Experience
Relevant Business qualification
Min 5 to 7 years of detailed knowledge and experience in specific area of expertise, including market place, key drivers and levers, supply base and balance of power
Professional knowledge of procurement principles and approach including category and sourcing management
Sound knowledge of corporate regulations and legislation to ensure creation of effective and binding group contracts
Critical Competencies for Success
Spend managed effectively and in line with procurement targets
Leveraging the scale of category spend, managing the risk to the group and delivering category value to the group (cost reductions, improved quality and service)
Delivery and management of robust and complex sourcing and procurement projects.
Stakeholder management and adaptable to matrix organization.
Other Personal Characteristics
Demonstrated superior Client relationship skills – able to interact and interact face to face with external Clients and influence decision making
Demonstrated superior people management skills – ability to lead and manage team to deliver effective results
Strong communicator – good presentation skills and possesses strong verbal & written communication skills (English & local language)
Capable of building relationship from scratch and ‘selling’ the benefits of procurement
Self-motivated and confident, high level of commercial awareness
Flexible – able to adapt to rapidly changing situations
Exhibits honesty & trustworthiness
Open to new ideas & willing to challenge status quo
KEY STAKEHOLDERS not limited to:
JLL Management Staff
Client Management Staff
Supplier Management Staff
EXTENDED SUPPORT to:
Account Manager / Account Director
REPORTING TO
Regional Account Director
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.
About JLL –
We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.
Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.
Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.