Director, Strategic Sourcing

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented peopleand empowering them tothrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Position Summary We are seeking a highly strategic and influential procurement leader to lead and grow a high-performing Grounds (Landscape and Snow Removal) SandP team for a large client. Work directly with SandP account leadership, Account leadership and client to manage expectations and team deliverables. This includes accountability for effectively managing, mentoring, recruiting, and developing a team of world-class Sourcing and Procurement professionals. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional executive presence, possess the confidence to secure a seat at the table with account and client stakeholders, advanced Excel proficiency, and have proven experience independently leading complex RFx processes from cradle to grave, navigating passionate stakeholders, presenting to leadership audiences, and driving long-term value across a the Grounds portfolio. Key Responsibilities Strategic IFM Category Leadership * Own and execute the long-term sourcing strategy for a complex, Grounds IFM category * Drive performance, cost optimization, risk mitigation, governance, and innovation across the Grounds portfolio * Transition discussions from tactical procurement to strategic value creation * Provide strategic vision for Landscape and Snow Removal, including best practices and innovation * Serve as a subject matter expert in support of JLL sourcing strategies, supplier relationships, and program management * Perform periodic market trend analysis, analyzing supplier base and industry changes, and report analysis to Supply Chain and business stakeholders in a client-ready form Strategic Advisory and Stakeholder Enablement * Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders who require procurement expertise and structure * Confidently navigate initial resistance or ambiguity and establish procurement as a required strategic partner * Provide commercial guidance on Landscape and Snow Removal scope development, risk mitigation, contract structure, and supplier strategy *... For full info follow application link. JLL Is an Equal Opportunity Employer JLL is committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workforce. JLL strongly believes in equal opportunity extended to all individuals in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination without regard to race, color, religion, belief, creed, age, sex, pregnancy or maternity (including childbirth and related conditions), family responsibility (e.g. child care, elder care), nationality, ethnic or national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, veteran's status, genetic information, trade union membership, social position, political view or status as a qualified individual with a disability, protected leave status or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law. The company also endeavors to make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business and ensures that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.